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Sanderson rejects calls over delayed energy system plan

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Amber-Jade Sanderson has rejected suggestions WA's energy producers are waiting for the state government's whole of system plan to give confidence to long-term investments.

Pressure points in turbine pipeline

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Wind farm proponents planning to install turbines in Western Australia can often wait more than two years to get their hands on a crane capable of doing the job.

Neoen’s $1bn Yathroo wind farm approved

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Neoen's $1 billion Yathroo wind farm has been quietly approved by a Wheatbelt shire, paving the way for its development and an additional 500 megawatts of wind energy into the system.

Bluster behind Premier’s wind request: Thomas

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The state opposition has lambasted Roger Cook's call for big industry to “lean in” to renewable transition, accusing the government of shirking blame for the speed of its renewable rollout.

Renewables projects slowly taking shape

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The future shape of WA's energy market has become a little clearer this year, but there are many pieces needed to finish the puzzle.

Sumitomo plans WA wind farm project

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The half-owner of the Bluewaters coal power station is pursuing the development of a major wind farm in WA's South West in partnership with local outfit Wind with Purpose.

Mining giant shapes WA power market

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Goldminer Newmont Corporation has struck a long-term supply agreement with WA's largest wind farm, months after extending its contract with the state's largest coal-fired power station.

Neoen plans Narrogin wind farm

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Renewable energy giant Neoen has joined a long list of companies aiming to develop wind farms in WA's South West, though none are currently under construction.

Renewables rollout takes a pause

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All the talk is on renewables, yet there are no major wind or solar projects currently under construction in WA's South West.

Mark My Words August 16 2024

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Mark Beyer and Jack McGinn discuss the major findings from the domestic gas inquiry; Collgar's wind farm plan; Western Power's nuclear stance; Pilbara energy enablers; Perdaman's Karratha plan; the price of iron ore; Nicheliving's woes and Sanur's Subi battle; Vern Wheatley's legacy, and preview the upcoming edition of the Business News magazine.

No line through nuclear: Western Power

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Western Power chief executive Sam Barbaro has told an energy forum that Collie would be a logical home for a nuclear plant in the state, but says renewables are the priority for the grid.

Collgar plans five wind farms

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The operator of WA's largest wind farm aims to build five more across the state, joining multiple companies planning, but not yet building, new wind farms.

Energy industry wants price cap rule change

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A proposed doubling of a cap applied to energy prices has been met with calls for change by industry players, in a series of submissions to the Economic Regulation Authority.

Renewables projects a slow burn

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A comprehensive analysis of the new energy sector in WA highlights its slow progress and points to the Mid West as a leader.

Ruling revives wind farm claim

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The company behind one of the state's biggest wind farms has been given a second chance to pursue a damages claim, after a ruling effectively killing the lawsuit was overturned.

Collgar loses final attempt to claim damages

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Collgar Wind Farm has lost a last ditch attempt to claim damages over works that were allegedly faulty, after the court refused to correct an error that led it to it sue the wrong entity.

Largest wind farm starts cranking

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WESTERN Australia's largest renewable energy project has begun producing electricity three months ahead of schedule.

Wind farm to begin power production

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Western Australia's largest renewable energy project will begin producing electricity tomorrow and is on track to help satisfy the state's peak power demands over the summer months.

Largest wind farm now connected

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The state's largest renewable energy project, located near Merredin, has passed a major milestone with Western Power completing a $20 million project to connect the wind farm to the grid.

Collgar Wind Farm officially launched

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The state government hopes the Collgar Wind Farm at Merredin will be up and running by August next year.

Superannuation funds investing

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Superannuation funds are playing a pivotal role in some of the most interesting infrastructure developments in WA.

Green energy boost for WA

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The future of Western Australia’s renewable energy sector has been given a shot in the arm this week with two of the state’s largest earth-friendly power projects taking significant steps forward.

ERA progresses $750m Collgar wind farm

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The Economic Regulation Authority has progressed the development of one of the largest wind farms in the country after granting an electricity generation licence to the $750 million Collgar wind farm in the Wheatbelt.

Synergy to underpin $750m wind farm

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The state government has authorised electricity retailer Synergy to buy power from the planned $750 million Collgar wind farm in the Wheatbelt, underpinning the development of one of the largest wind farms in the country.

$600m Merredin wind farm approved

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The Merredin Shire Council has today approved the development of a $600 million wind farm that will generate enough electricity to power 160,000 homes.