New draft rules that ensure that energy from waste projects in NSW meet and exceed world best practice air quality standards, have been released by the NSW Government for community and industry feedback.
Energy and Environment Minister Matt Kean said the draft Energy from Waste Policy Statement has been revised and bolstered to align with recommendations from the NSW Chief Scientist and Engineer.
The Hunter is set to become the home of one of the State’s first green hydrogen hubs with the NSW Government committing at least $70 million to their development.
Energy Minister Matt Kean said the Hunter is a key site for these developments due to its access to existing energy infrastructure, sustainable water sources, ports and logistics capabilities and a future supply of cheap, reliable renewable energy.
NSW is set to become a world leader in low emission industries thanks to an unparalleled $750 million NSW Government program.
Energy Minister Matt Kean said the Net Zero Industry and Innovation Program is about co-investing with industry to reduce our carbon emissions and develop low emissions technologies for the future.
We have commenced a $10m revamp of Sydney Harbour National Park to help protect and conserve some of our most important cultural and historic assets. The project will include the building of a 3km headland walk to showcase our beautiful harbour and make this special place accessible to all.
PFAS firefighting foam has been banned for use in NSW except in catastrophic circumstances or where there are special circumstances.
Environment Minister Matt Kean said that firefighting foam containing per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) will be banned for all training and demonstration purposes in NSW from next month.
The NSW Government has released the NSW Wildlife and Conservation Bushfire recovery - Medium Term Response Plan to help biodiversity recover over the next five years following the devastating 2019-20 bushfires.
Environment Minister Matt Kean said the plan ensures species and ecosystems are prepared to not only recover from last year’s fires but fire threats are also considered in future policy making.
Local jobs and manufacturing opportunities in the renewable energy industry are set to boom following the launch of the State’s first Renewable Energy Sector Board, unveiled by the NSW Government today.
Energy Minister Matt Kean said the Renewable Energy Sector Board will play a key role in delivering on the NSW Government’s commitment to boost opportunities for local jobs and industry – particularly in the regions.
Mr GREG PIPER (Lake Macquarie) (15:09): My question is directed to the Minister for Energy and Environment.
Ms Yasmin Catley: Question on notice.
Mr GREG PIPER: No, it is without notice.
The SPEAKER: That is enough from the member for Swansea.
Mr GREG PIPER: With understandable increasing community concern about the massive and growing stockpiles of coal ash from thermal power stations—yes, in Swansea as well—what is the Government doing to ensure that material will not just be left for future generations to deal with?
Mr DUGALD SAUNDERS (Dubbo) (14:49): My question is addressed to the Minister for Energy and Environment. Will the Minister update the House on how the Government's policies on renewable energy zones will create jobs across New South Wales?
A $32 million hydro-powered battery project to be located near Albury will be Australia’s first, following approval by the NSW Government.
Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Rob Stokes said the hydro-powered battery will be charged by the nearby Hume Hydro Power Station that already provides power to 40,000 homes.
“The battery will be able to dispatch energy to the grid during peak demand, boosting grid stability and energy security in what is the first co-located battery and hydro project in Australia,” Mr Stokes said.
After being elected as Member for Hornsby in March 2011, I have embarked on many initiatives that the community and I see as pivotal issues for Hornsby. I see and understand the needs of the community and am proud to play my part.
