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National Electricity and Gas rules update: July 2023
We examine the progress of new and existing rule change requests to the AEMC across July. We take a closer look at the AEMC's draft framework to apply an emissions reduction component to its rule-making and review processes in line with proposed changes to the national energy objectives. ...
Queensland releases draft Wind Farm Code for consultation
Updates to the State code 23: Wind farm development (proposed Code) and associated Planning Guidance (proposed Guidance) were released for public consultation on 7 August 2023. Submissions close on 4 September 2023. ...
Future-proofing the energy transition: strategies for mitigating project disputes
In this Insight, we explore the major trends that we believe will prove the most fertile ground for future projects disputes. ...
Understanding the 2023 Queensland Renewable Energy Zone Roadmap
The Queensland Government has now released a draft Renewable Energy Zone Roadmap (REZ Roadmap) for consultation. The REZ Roadmap is open for consultation until 22 September 2023. In this Insight we provide details on the focus questions and explain how to submit your feedback. ...
Federal Government to underwrite 1 GW of green hydrogen projects
The government has recently released the Hydrogen Headstart program and a consultation paper on the review of the National Hydrogen Strategy. In this Insight, we provide an overview of these consultation papers and the key takeaways for the hydrogen industry. ...
Smooth sailing: navigating offshore wind applications in the Hunter region
In this Insight, we reflect on key takeaways from the Gippsland feasibility licence application round and give practical tips for when you are applying for a feasibility licence in the Hunter declared area. ...
Awakening a sleeping giant: the growing authority of Australia's carbon market regulator
The enforcement powers of the Clean Energy Regulator (CER) continue to expand, and these developments have implications for numerous stakeholders across the energy, resources and carbon market sectors and beyond. ...
Big Batteries are now 'premises': NSW Land Registry Services
The NSW Land Registry Services (NSWLRS) is expected to release updated guidance regarding the registration of leases for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in New South Wales. In this Insight, we outline the change and explore its benefits, as well as offer a comparison to the position in other Australian states. ...
Queensland's new critical minerals strategy unveiled
The Australian Government's recent Critical Minerals Strategy 2023-2030 has been followed by the release of the Queensland Critical Minerals Strategy. We outline the four key objectives of the new Strategy and explore how the QLD Government intends to strengthen Queensland's position in the critical minerals global value chain. ...