Australia Institute report finds community consultation is the key to success of Renewable Energy Zones

Matthew Kelly
Updated June 16 2022 - 2:39pm, first published 2:30pm
Consultation, benefits needed for Renewable Energy Zones success
Consultation, benefits needed for Renewable Energy Zones success

A new report argues that governments will need to increase the benefits to regional communities that host large-scale solar, wind and transmission infrastructure if they want to ensure long-term support for renewable energy.

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Matthew Kelly

Matthew Kelly

Journalist

Matthew Kelly has worked as a journalist for more than 25 years. He has been working as a general reporter at the Newcastle Herald since 2018. In recent years he has reported on subjects including environment, energy, water security, manufacturing and higher education. He has previously covered issues including the health and environmental impacts of uncovered coal wagons in the Hunter Valley, the pollution of legacy of former industrial sites and freedom of information issues.

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