Australia announces six regions for potential offshore wind farms

The Albanese Government is taking the next steps in creating a new renewable energy industry, today announcing six proposed regions that have world-class offshore wind energy potential.

Public consultation on the proposed Bass Strait off Gippsland area will begin immediately, as the Albanese Government works with communities, environmental groups, industry and the maritime sector to ensure communities are appropriately engaged in establishing this new industry.   The other regions for offshore wind energy projects include: The Pacific Ocean region off the Hunter in NSW  The Pacific Ocean region off the Illawarra in NSW The Southern Ocean region off Portland in Victoria The Bass Strait region off Northern... ... More: Official Press Release Australian Government

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