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A new inquiry by the New South Wales Legislative Assembly’s Environment and Planning Committee is delving into the economic opportunities for renewables in the state, and how to support communities affected by changing resource markets.<\/p>\n
Announced<\/a> on Wednesday by Committee Chair Alex Greenwich MP, the inquiry is inviting feedback from all\u00a0 interested parties, particularly those in communities that will be impacted by the changing face of energy in the state.<\/p>\n “An important part of transitioning to renewable energy sources is minimising the disruption in affected communities,” said Mr. Greenwich. “This involves understanding energy market forecasts in NSW and building economic resilience”.<\/p>\n The inquiry will also examine the role of different investment models and government policies, and cover other energy-related issues such water security, the environment and public health.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Deputy Chair of the inquiry is Felicity Wilson (LIB), with the other members being Anoulack Chanthivong (ALP), James Griffin (LIB) and Nathaniel Smith (LIB).<\/p>\n Mr. Greenwich is an Independent who has pushed for a transition from coal to renewable energy. His 2019 election policies included:<\/p>\n “..100% clean energy based on renewables and storage, greenhouse gas reduction targets, energy efficiency and solar incentives particularly for strata and rentals.”<\/p><\/blockquote>\n More on the inquiry, including how to submit feedback, can be found here<\/a>. Submissions close on September 19, 2019 and findings are expected to be reported in March or April next year.<\/p>\n