Australia to Allow Offshore Wind Projects for the First Time

Australia to Allow Offshore Wind Projects for the First Time
Offshore wind farm. Photocreo Bednarek/Adobe Stock
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The Australian government and environmental groups have unanimously applauded new legislation that will allow stymied offshore wind and transmission projects to begin development.

The new laws passed through the Senate on Nov. 25 outline the regulatory framework required for offshore energy projects as Australia’s ageing coal-fired fleet gradually sees retirement.

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