NSW Independent Planning Commission approves three renewable energy projects amid local opposition.

The New South Wales Independent Planning Commission has approved three significant renewable energy projects in rural Australia: Engie's Hills of Gold wind farm, Wallaroo Solar Farm, and Birriwa Solar Farm. Despite local opposition, these initiatives support the federal goal of increasing renewable energy's share in the national grid to 82% by 2030. Critics argue that these projects may negatively impact agriculture and rural communities.

September 21, 2024
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