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Australia Advances Major Energy Projects Without Federal Reviews

3/18/2025

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Two significant energy initiatives in Australia are moving forward without federal environmental reviews. The 500MW Raglan battery in Queensland is set to launch in April 2024, while Samsung's 250MW Romani solar-battery project in NSW targets a 2026 debut. Additionally, Saudi-owned FRV is expanding its renewable portfolio by acquiring the nearly permitted 140MW Axedale solar project in Victoria.

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Two significant energy initiatives in Australia are moving forward without federal environmental reviews. The 500MW Raglan battery in Queensland is set to launch in April 2024, while Samsung's 250MW Romani solar-battery project in NSW targets a 2026 debut. Additionally, Saudi-owned FRV is expanding its renewable portfolio by acquiring the nearly permitted 140MW Axedale solar project in Victoria.