Federal Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen is standing firm on Australia’s 2030 renewable energy target after a wind energy hub was blocked.
This comes after Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek blocked a proposal to build offshore wind turbines at the Port of Hastings.
Mr. Bowen backed the decision on the project, noting the government is not planning to operate many offshore wind farms in Australia by 2030.
He noted the government is carrying out “proper environmental approvals and assessments.”
Mr. Bowen said while the government was “moving fast,” they were also, “moving appropriately and prudently,” highlighting that there was “time to work through these issues.”...
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