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Join us in shaping the future of energy in the New England REZ. Our community reference groups give locals a chance to have their say as we develop the project, and on broader REZ issues.  If you’re a resident, have an interest in the project and are passionate about renewable energy infrastructure in your community, apply today: energyco.nsw.gov.au/ne Applications are open until 5pm on 8 November 2024. 

Last week, Chloe Hicks, our Executive Director of Strategy and Policy represented EnergyCo at the FACCI Sustainability Forum, hosted by the FACCI - French-Australian Chamber of Commerce & Industry.    Chloe’s participation follows EnergyCo’s recent engagements with the British Chambers of Commerce and La Camara, The Spanish-Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry as we continue to strengthen our relationships with some of the key investors in the NSW energy transition.       This week our EnergyCo Board Chair Paul Binsted also participated in the AFR Energy & Climate Summit roundtable discussion on Australia’s roadmap to decarbonisation. He shared updates on our Renewable Energy Zones, highlighting the progress of key projects that will contribute to NSW’s goal of securing 12 gigawatts of renewable energy by 2030.       We want to thank everyone who participated in these events and continues to support NSW’s clean energy future.  📸 Photo by Flavio Brancaleone from the AFR Energy & Climate Summit event.     #EnergyTransition #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #NSW

We are excited to share that we have released detailed maps showing 19 highway upgrades. These upgrades will support the transportation of wind turbines and other large items from the Port of Newcastle to the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ). These improvements are important for moving these components along key roads in New South Wales. They will make it easier and safer to transport them from the Port of Newcastle to Elong Elong. You can explore the detailed maps of these 19 highway upgrades that will connect the Port of Newcastle to the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone here 🚚🚚🚚: https://lnkd.in/gEFjQXpj

Congratulations to this year’s winners of the 52nd NSW Koori Knockout! 🏆 🏉 🌟   We supported the Koori Knockout over the October long weekend in Bathurst, sharing a stall with the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure.   Our team spoke with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members from across NSW about: 🏉 The renewable energy transition 🏉 Upcoming skills and employment opportunities 🏉 Local community benefits 🏉 Aboriginal cultural heritage The Koori Knockout has become one of the largest annual events for Aboriginal people in NSW. This year was no exception with 140 teams playing and about 30,000 people attending.     Congratulations to Walgett Aboriginal Connection (WAC), the winners of the men’s competition for the second consecutive year and the Redfern All Blacks (RAB) for the women’s competition!

Great news! The Hon Penny Sharpe MLC, Minister for Energy has granted ACEREZ a transmission operating licence for the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ). This allows ACEREZ to design, build, and operate the REZ's transmission system, connecting renewable energy projects and supplying electricity to NSW homes. For more information follow the link - https://lnkd.in/g5qTggJ6

Did you know? Businesses can get a fixed price and fixed supply of renewable energy through a power purchase agreement, or PPA. PPAs guarantee that you, the buyer, can purchase energy from renewable energy projects like offsite solar farms or wind farms at an agreed price, volume and term.   The 2 most common types are wholesale and retail PPAs.  You can learn more about them – and whether they’re right for your organisation here: https://lnkd.in/gBFpTWuD 

We would like to invite community members to actively participate in shaping the future of energy infrastructure in New England REZ. Our community reference groups offer a valuable opportunity for local voices to collaborate, share insights, and guide future projects. Whether you're a resident, community group, or stakeholder, your input will play a vital role. 👉 Register today to be part of this initiative: energyco.nsw.gov.au/ne

🌟 Team spotlight: Meet Lucinda Bourke, our Place Manager at New England Renewable energy zone 🌟   Today, we're shining a spotlight on Lucinda, who works on the ground in Armidale as part of the New England Renewable Energy Zone. Lucinda is dedicated to fostering positive social impact by bridging the gaps between government, developers, landholders, and communities.   With degrees in law and public policy, she has a unique blend of experience working in politics, business, philanthropy, and local communities. Her advocacy for access to justice, mental health, and social enterprise has empowered many. Growing up in regional Australia, she’s passionate about lifting regional voices and creating opportunities for local communities. Join us in celebrating Lucinda and her work with EnergyCo.

South West Renewable Energy Zone update ⚡   The NSW Government has received strong interest in the first tender for access rights in the South West REZ. Projects representing over 15GW of wind, solar, and battery power have been submitted—almost four times the available 3.98GW capacity.     The projects chosen will contribute millions of dollars to local communities and help provide reliable energy to our state. Penny Sharpe said: “NSW continues to lead Australia’s energy transition, ensuring affordable, clean, and reliable power for consumers.”     #SouthWestREZ #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #SustainableFuture #NSW 

🌱 Highlights on key events we attended this past week🌱   Over the past few weeks, we’ve been privileged to attend and contribute to key discussions at several major energy summits across Australia, showcasing the vital role of infrastructure planning and the future of renewables. Here's a recap of our involvement: 🔹 Chloe Hicks panel at the Clean Energy Council's Australian Wind Industry Summit 2024 in Melbourne – Chloe shared insights on Network Infrastructure Planning as part of an engaging panel. 🔹 Chloe's session at the Women in Energy and Renewables Summit 2024 in Sydney – Discussing strategies on "How to rapidly increase the pace of renewable development to meet 2030 targets." 🔹 Jim Chesterfield's panel at the Better Futures Forum 2024 in Canberra – discussing the ways Renewable Energy Zones help solve energy transition challenges as part of States & Territories: Opportunities for Decarbonisation.   It’s been fantastic to contribute to these critical conversations, and we look forward to seeing how the discussions will help shape the renewable energy landscape. A big thanks to everyone involved!   #EnergyCo #Renewables #EnergyTransition