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The rapid uptake of renewable energy systems has presented a significant and growing waste challenge, with our advocacies including the promotion of greater recycling and waste management systems to address this. On updating the new Minister for Environment following the…

During our recent annual Noosa MP Community Survey, some residents raised the need for increased subsidised rooftop solar, as well the promotion of bidirectional charging and community batteries to store excess solar energy. Following our enquiries, the Queensland Treasurer provided…

We have continued to raise the lack of recycling of renewable energy products such as solar panels and wind turbines, and as outlined in Sandy’s speech on the Waste Reduction and Recycling Bill, Noosa is passionate about recycling, and this…

In response to queries from constituents seeking guidance for when tree growth laws impact solar panel efficiency, we have been advised the following from the Deputy Premier, Minister for State Development, Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning: Property owners can initiate…

In response to concerns brought forward to us regarding difficulties with substandard transformers preventing households in rural or semi-rural areas from transitioning to solar power, we have received information from the Minister and have summarised below. Energy QLD Ltd has…

Minister for Housing and Public Works, Mick de Brenni’s office, has advised the Environmental Upgrade Agreements (EUA) Framework sought for Queensland is currently under review with the findings due early 2020. This legislation would allow Councils across Qld to enable…

Regional Queenslanders are jumping on board the next wave of renewable energy, with solar and battery installation grants disappearing quickly. There are over 2150 applications on the State Government’s books already, the clock is ticking on the scheme, which offers…

The Queensland Government is helping Queenslanders afford the upfront cost of household battery storage systems by offering interest-free loans and grants. These loans and grants are open to eligible Queensland households and small businesses. Around 1,000 assistance packages are available…

The topic of renewables, transitioning to and the costs associated are of concern to many residents. In response, a QWN (Question without Notice) was asked in Parliament on March 21, 2018 to the Minister for Natural Resources, Mines and Energy…

Transparency, accountability and good governance are fundamental to a healthy democracy. Queenslanders deserve confidence that public funds are spent wisely, government decisions properly scrutinised, and elected representatives genuine opportunities to hold ministers to account. That is why the Budget Estimates…