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The renewable energy industry in Australia, as well as internationally, is experiencing significant growth. With the Australian Government targeting 82% of energy to be generated by renewables by 2030, the industry is expected to continue to grow.

This series will highlight Australia’s energy origins as well as the key legal issues that may arise as our country continues to diversify into the renewable energy market.

4 articles available. Showing 1 - 4.
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16 December 2025 | The energy transition - Managing impacts on existing land uses

This article explores the ongoing relevance of coal mining and impact of proposed new REZ development on existing coal operations in the Hunter region of NSW.
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4 December 2025 | Energy projects and social licence

In this article, we explore the noticeable shift in the treatment of more 'traditional' resource and energy projects.
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29 September 2025 | 'Ambitious but achievable' - Australia's 2035 emissions reduction target

The Australian Government has announced plans to target a 62-70% reduction of emissions from 2005 levels by 2035. Described as an 'ambitious but achievable' target by the Prime Minister, this announcement continues a recent trend to accelerate Australia's emissions reduction efforts.
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4 September 2025 | Tracking the evolution: a snapshot of the Hunter's history with energy and resources

Welcome to the first article of our Navigating Renewable Energy series.

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Alan McKelvey
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Naomi Simmons
Naomi Simmons
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