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Friends of the Earth welcomes today’s much anticipated announcement that Victoria’s Carroll government will kick off the first offshore wind auction in the country, saying it marks the beginning of a new industry that...

Victoria’s announcement it will kick off the first offshore wind auction in the country in August 2026 is a milestone moment for the state’s clean‑energy transition and a clear signal Victoria is serious about...

Jobs, Affordable Energy, and Local Renewal Friends of the Earth’s Yes2Renewables campaign has welcomed the State Electricity Commission’s (SEC) announcement of the purchase of the Delburn Wind Farm. The Delburn Wind Farm will overlook...

September 16, 2025 Friends of the Earth is disappointed to learn that the Victorian government’s first offshore wind auction will once again be delayed, as announced this morning by Victorian Energy Minister Lily D’Ambrosio...

We, the undersigned groups, call on the Albanese government to commit funding for Victoria’s first offshore wind auction, and to ensure it will be held by the end of 2025.

Victoria's Allan government made a significant announcement on Tuesday 20th November -- it will build Victoria's first publicly owned solar and battery project in Horsham in the state's north-west. Dubbed the SEC Renewable Energy...

More and more Victorians are putting solar on their rooftops thanks to the Vic Solar Homes program, making a dent in emissions and helping people cut down on electricity prices. But there is still...

Communities across Australia are stepping up to steer their regions towards the opportunities of the energy transition.  We are excited to support these new leaders with the campaigning skills and resources they need. If...

MEDIA RELEASE 1 May 2024 Today Federal Climate and Energy Minister Chris Bowen has announced a major step forward for offshore wind in Australia, granting feasibility licences for six projects in Victoria’s Gippsland region....

On Thursday 11th April, over 60 Gippsland community members rallied outside MP Darren Chester’s Traralgon Office to say NO to Nuclear. The protesters showed up with only a few days' notice. Despite the school...