Murray Niebling’s Post

Let me translate this new reality for #Queenslanders. As a Queenslander having propped up the #State longer than this guy ever will.. This shall mean (from OUR experience): 1. 80%++ higher energy costs over 12-20yrs. Not less. False ROI, high capex & short service life of #renewables. This is above current out-of-ctrl living & inflation costs. You'll get unreliability, common black outs, imperilment of the elderly, infirm, the vulnerable & business. Then start all over again. Landfill volumes superseded with HIGHLY TOXIC, VOLATILE FLAMMABLE batt & solar waste. Not to mention wind turbine components. Fibre glass breaking down is an irritant, crystalline & a fibrous hazard. You don't want to breath that. Or have it enter Ag/food/water supply chains. NO to the above. At all costs! QLD 𝗥𝗘𝗙𝗨𝗦𝗘𝗗 a recycling or decommissioning plan. 2. #RE 𝙄𝙎 #FF incarnate, hand-in-hand. Entails #ModernSlavery, dependancy & destructive wasteful #mining practises = more emissions/pollution. It does NOT benefit Australia. It hobbles us. 3. Imagine the Premier reaching 2M+ homeless & struggling? 🤣 𝗡𝗢𝗣𝗘. 4. ABSOLUTELY NOT. We dealt with & witnessed a huge post-CV19 socio-economic decline, high crime, heightened vulnerability to disasters, fires, lethal accidents. A grossly-incompetent treasonous Gov is why I stopped investing in QLD after 35+yrs and left !!!

Today is a historic day for the Sunshine State. We've just passed our landmark laws to lock in: ✅ 80% renewable energy by 2035. ✅ 75% emissions reduction by 2035. ✅ 100,000 new jobs for Queenslanders. ✅ Generational economic security. The transformation of Queensland’s energy grid will create more than 100,000 new jobs in manufacturing, renewable energy generation, power transmission and the industries of the future. We’ve locked in public ownership of key energy assets and a world-first Job Security Guarantee for our energy workers. Under our plan Queensland will be a renewable energy powerhouse: producing cheap, clean, reliable power for households and businesses. We will build the renewable energy generation and transmission assets needed to power big industries in Gladstone, Mackay, Townsville, Mt Isa and more. That will create thousands of jobs for generations to come. I believe Government has an obligation to secure the economic, social, and environmental future of the state. That’s exactly what we’re doing. Mick de Brenni

Great to hear. However rou have a major problem right now … with Callide C power coal fired station coming back online; QLDs carbon intensity has just kicked up into the wrong direction and fast. What’s the plan for Callide C and coal in general? I hope there is a plan that steps out how this is goikg to be corrected and moved quickly into the right direction, accounting for the forecast for power to produce hydrogen.

Power / Utilities in Australia - what can we learn from other heavy industry ? While attending the Power + Utilities Australia conference yesterday I was sitting in on some very interesting topics. One in particular talking about the issues we are starting to navigate around landowners, new infrastructure and community engagement as more projects begin construction. One speaker noted that while Australia as a whole is largely behind it gives us one benefit we've not really taken advantage of. We've watched other countries and industries navigate these somewhat tricky and sensitive issues and come out the other side. Why haven't we used this knowledge to adapt our approach. Why aren't we doing it better? Unfortunately not everyone (communities in general) has a shared goal / desire to build more energy infrastructure for more renewable energy projects. In communities where multiple infrastructure projects are going into construction at a similar time no matter the sector Do you think that approaching and engaging with communities should be done as a whole rather than as a project / company / industry ? Or do you have another idea ?

Since 2013, AES Indiana has taken significant steps toward reducing our carbon footprint by planning for a future that includes generation investments focused on cleaner, more efficient options, including natural gas, wind, solar and battery storage. Our recent plans to invest $1.1 billion in Pike County - including the proposed repowering of Petersburg Units 3 & 4 from coal to natural gas in addition to solar and battery storage - aligns with the state’s all-of-the-above energy policy focused on five pillars: reliability, resilience, stability, affordability, and environmental sustainability. Our proposed investments will allow us to maintain affordability and reliability for our customers. It also means we can continue our 50+ year commitment to the Pike County community. By transitioning from coal to natural gas, we are making our energy generation more efficient and less harmful to the environment, which means lower costs and cleaner energy for our customers. #AESIndiana #energypolicy #Indiana

#NewsIE | 📢 The U.S.D.I Bureau Of Land Management published final rules to govern leasing and rental rates for #renewableenergy projects on public lands. The final rules closely follow recommendations from the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA). They will (1) Reduce rents and fees for renewable #energyprojects through 2035 and eliminate duplicative payments for renewable energy developers; (2) Extend lease terms for renewable projects to 50 years; (3) Remove competitive leasing requirements in priority development areas; and (4) Make it easier to develop standalone energy storage projects on public lands. Abby Hopper, president and CEO of SEIA on BLM’s final rules, says “Today the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) codified SEIA’s recommendations to make it faster, easier, and cheaper to build clean energy projects on public lands. We need to pull every lever we can to efficiently deploy clean energy, and our nation’s public lands remain an untapped resource. BLM’s new rules are a smart step forward and will help to reverse decades of preferential treatment for fossil fuel interests". ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dwvfCCeE FYI: Misty Chioffe, Stephanie Bosh, Petra Hoke, Jen Bristol, Jennifer Cangelosi, Justin Baca, Gilbert Campbell, Gizelle Wray, Alyssa Edwards, Kelsey Hopkins, MPA, Laura Stern, Jessica Lawrence-Vaca, Scott Hughes, Melissa Alfano

This afternoon's Queensland Budget saw a welcome $7 billion boost to the Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan, bringing the total commitment to the Sunshine State's #cleanenergy transition to $26 billion over the next four years.   "It is imperative that Queensland stays the course and meets our energy and emissions reduction targets, to maximise jobs and economic opportunities, particularly in regional communities," our Regional Director of Policy and Impact - Queensland, Tracey Stinson, said.   Some of the key commitments in this year's Budget include: - $16.5 billion committed to supporting the development of renewable energy and storage projects across the state - $8.5 billion towards upgrading the Queensland SuperGrid, including the Copperstring 2032 transmission project and renewable energy zones - $500 million to support network batteries and support of local grid solutions - $192 million to establish Transmission and Training Hubs in Townsville and Gladstone - $8.686 billion in capital investment to be delivered in the 2024-25 financial year

In the heart of New England, Connecticut is blazing a trail towards a cleaner and more sustainable future with its vibrant renewable energy sector. ☀️💨 The state, known for its picturesque landscapes and historic charm, is undergoing a dynamic transformation as it harnesses the power of the sun, wind, and water to fuel its energy needs. Connecticut's solar industry is experiencing a meteoric rise, with solar panels glistening atop homes, businesses, and even farmlands. The state's commitment to solar energy is evident in the numerous incentives and rebate programs, encouraging both residents and businesses to embrace the sun's abundant power. The wind industry is also making waves along the Connecticut coastline. With strategic offshore wind projects in motion, the state is tapping into the vast potential of wind energy. Connecticut's renewable energy success is not just about technology; it's about people coming together for a common goal. Community solar projects, energy cooperatives, and educational initiatives are empowering residents to actively participate in the green revolution. As the sun sets on traditional energy sources, Connecticut makes steady progress in the renewable energy landscape. #connecticut #renewableenergy

Repurposing Indiana's Old Mines for Renewable Energy! 🌞💨 TL;DR: Indiana conservationists, backed by The Nature Conservancy's "Mine the Sun" report, push for transforming abandoned mines and brownfields into solar and wind energy hubs. This plan aims to boost clean energy, create jobs, and revive the economy with strong public support and federal funding. Highlights • Utilizing abandoned mines, brownfields, and dumpsites for solar & wind projects • Indiana could see rapid solar energy growth by 2025 • $385 million federal grants to reclaim old mines • Public approval: 66% support solar energy, 69% back state incentives • Job creation and economic development through clean energy projects #RenewableEnergy #Indiana #CleanEnergy #SolarEnergy #WindEnergy #EconomicGrowth #Sustainability Article Source https://lnkd.in/g7APYVrG

The electrical grid serving the Town of Antigonish will be modernized. On July 2, Central Nova MP Sean Fraser announced $9.7 million in funding to deploy hardware and software systems across Antigonish to create a more efficient and resilient electricity grid system, leading to reduced power outage frequency and duration, increased opportunity for cost effective electrification, increased renewable integration, and help the town to meet its net-zero aspirations. According to the federal government, this will unlock more efficient uses of electricity within the community and allow for increased renewable energy sources such as wind and solar, while driving down emissions and supporting sustainable jobs and communities.   "We are excited to announce the launch of a large-scale infrastructure investment that will serve as a national flagship project,” said Antigonish Mayor Laurie Boucher. “The Town's Grid Modernization project is a significant initiative that showcases how municipalities, electric utilities, and customers can collaborate to ensure that our transition to a green future is inclusive and benefits all members of our community." Federal funding for this project is provided by Canada through the Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREPs) which is supporting smart renewable energy, energy storage and electrical grid modernization projects across the country. The town owns and operates its own municipal electricity utility, with about 64 per cent of its energy coming from renewable sources, including power generated from the Ellershouse Wind Farm. #antigonish #electricgrid #netzero #SREP