A Renewable Energy Master Plan Is Critical To The Clean Energy Transition - Op-ed

The Clean Energy Council welcomes the release of the new South-West Interconnected System (SWIS) Transmission plan by the Cook Government, setting out a schedule of upgrades to expand transmission infrastructure and unlock over 2 GW of renewable generation capacity by 2030, and strengthen the competitiveness of local businesses and supply chains in delivering this critical component of the state’s energy transition.

The Clean Energy Council welcomes today’s announcement by the Federal Government and Climate Change Authority in setting Australia’s next emissions reduction target. These targets are essential to give investors and communities the confidence that Australia is serious about delivering on its climate commitments.

The Clean Energy Council has welcomed the Albanese Government’s announcement of more than $1 billion to establish a domestic low-carbon liquid fuels industry, describing it as a landmark step in decarbonising Australia’s hardest-to-abate sectors.

While today's announcement by the Victorian Government to delay the Victorian offshore wind procurement process is disappointing, we appreciate this will provide more time to ensure the first auction is well-placed to succeed, ultimately seeing the offshore wind sector supporting local regional development for communities in the Latrobe Valley - home to the Gippsland offshore wind zone.

Rooftop solar and batteries continue to power the clean energy transition, now to focus on the next wave of participants.

Rooftop solar generated power for more than 4.2 million homes and small businesses - delivered 12.8 per cent of Australia’s electricity in first half of 2025.