Tag Archives: Victoria

96 turbines wind farm SW VIC

Posted on July 19, 2016 by

Photo: Stephen Shaver This $650 million wind farm, to be built near Dundonnell, will have 96 turbines.  Premier Daniel Andrews said the size and scale of the wind farm make it Victoria’s biggest. “This is going to play a massive part … Continue reading →

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Community Energy Enquiry VIC

Posted on June 30, 2016 by

“Victoria was an early leader in community energy but other states are racing ahead with dozens of proposals. This inquiry can identify the policies we need to be a leader again,” said Leigh Ewbank. “We need the Premier Andrews and opposition … Continue reading →

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Petition to sign to help our leaders do the right thing

Posted on March 9, 2016 by

Victoria has a world-class solar resource. But the actions of previous state govts has failed to attract investment in this exciting new technology. Big solar projects are coming online in New South Wales, the ACT, and Queensland, but not yet … Continue reading →

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Last chance today for your say about VRET

Posted on September 29, 2015 by

If you haven’t already done it, please make time today to respond to Daniel Andrews request for community input, to confirm  that you support his efforts for State higher than Federal, for VRET(Victorian Renewable Energy Target) >more> FOE

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Y2R LAUNCH VRET SUBMISSIONS DRIVE:

Posted on September 14, 2015 by

Members of Andrew’s government are making many of the right noises about how to implement more renewable energy. But without input from you, your friends and the rest of the electorate, there will be less action. Please, ASAP, let them know you … Continue reading →

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Proposal for Victorian Climate Charter

Posted on August 3, 2015 by

The Victorian Government is asking the community what climate laws they want for Victoria. Environmental Justice Australia, in conjunction with Australian Conservation Foundation, Environment Victoria and Friends of the Earth, is proposing a Victorian Climate Charter…proposed Climate Charter sets up … Continue reading →

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Environment Victoria sets test for government pledge to be ‘climate leader’

Posted on July 23, 2015 by

Minister for Environment Lisa  Neville says decarbonisation is key component of government’s climate review…work with different groups to set policy direction. Emission limits for coal power plants to see them phased-out over time. Strengthened climate change laws, including giving EPA powers to regulate greenhouse gases. Programs … Continue reading →

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no Voices from East Regional VIC – Wind farms bring many benefits

Posted on April 23, 2015 by

Does anybody in country east of Melbourne notice anything out of balance with this pic? Does wind not blow in whole eastern region? Or is it so staunchly LibNat that new Labor State government doesn’t think we’re worth bothering with? >readmore> Yes2Renewables

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Smart meter rip off in Victoria

Posted on February 5, 2015 by

If you suspected that our (un)smart meters were a rip off, somebody recently gave me a clue and here it is…The introduction of smart meters in Victoria may have been a costly exercise for consumers but it’s proven a big … Continue reading →

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Time to ask new Vic Premier how we can help make renewables a high priority

Posted on January 12, 2015 by

As Daniel Andrews settles in, obviously he can’t do everything at once, In the hustle and bustle to get his attention, we need to compete. So let’s ask how we can make it easier for him to show leadership by … Continue reading →

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