Central Queensland is becoming a renewables powerhouse

Central Queensland is continuing to establish itself as a renewables powerhouse with a new solar power station receiving a green light from the government, and Squadron Energy’s completion of the first wind turbine on what will be the largest grid-connected renewable energy station in Australia.

Meanwhile, a group of independent MPs and senators have called on the Albanese government to back their proposal for a $50 million tax concession targeted at helping landlords replace thousands of gas-fired stove tops, heating and air conditioning units in a bid to help reduce Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions.

And a report has revealed that although EV sales increased by 49% worldwide during the first 6 months of 2023, Australia is still lagging behind the world average when it comes to adopting low-emission transport technology. More than 50% of all new cars sold will need to be electric by 2030 in order for Australia to meet its climate targets.

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Smoky Creek Solar Power Station near Biloela approved by government
Central Queensland is continuing to cement itself as a renewables powerhouse with yet another green energy project that will power over 200,000 homes given the green light.

First turbine installed at Squadron Energy’s Clarke Creek Wind Farm
A 76,300 hectare wind farm in Central Queensland that will be capable of powering 330,000 homes using renewable energy has achieved a major milestone.

Tax change to help renters cut energy bills backed by independents
Independent crossbenchers have proposed a $50 million tax concession for landlords to help turbocharge a shift away from gas in favour of electric appliances across rental properties, in a move that would reduce Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions.

Australia still lags other nations in electric car race
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Plibersek hails recycling jobs ‘boom’ as Australia scrambles to meet targets
Employment in recycling is on the rise, with the industry generating three jobs for every job in landfill as the federal government scrambles to meet ambitious waste reduction targets.

Have some economists severely underestimated the financial hit from climate change? Recent evidence suggests yes
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Greenland's Inuit falling through thin ice of climate change
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