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Wind Farm Commissioner’s role expanded as high voltage clash looms – ABC News
The National Wind Farm Commissioner’s role will be expanded in a bid to address a looming clash between farmers and electricity transmission companies amid the…
A clash between farmers and electricity transmission companies is looming as the rapid growth in renewable energy sparks the need for new high voltage power lines across regional areas.
Key points:
- New power lines are being built in regional areas to accommodate wind, solar and hydro power
- Regional communities are concerned about the placement of the high voltage wires
- The National Wind Farm Commissioner is getting new powers to help mediate disputes
The transmission network needs major upgrades across…
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