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NSW to double penalties for worst environmental crimes in wake of asbestos crisis

Planned overhaul of Environment Protection Authority’s powers to be biggest since it began in 1991, government says

The Guardian - AU

Asbestos report delayed after fish kill inquiry ordered

Scientific advice into the reuse of asbestos-contaminated waste will be delivered a year late after other matters came up, it has been revealed.

AAP

Bullying behaviour denied in critical energy land deals

Land acquisition negotiations critical for new energy infrastructure have been "challenging", but a NSW minister has rejected allegations of bullying.

AAP

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Asbestos-contaminated mulch found at 75 sites across Sydney, watchdog finds

Focus turns to criminal investigation after NSW Environment Protection Authority completes its trawl through the supply chain

The Guardian - AU

NSW rejects claim it lags on renewables, citing 18 projects approved in 2023

Minns government says wind, solar and battery projects will generate enough clean energy to power more than 1.5m homes

The Guardian - AU

Century-old shipwreck found on ocean floor

More than 100 years since the SS Nemesis and its crew vanished off the NSW coast, the wreck of the steamship has been discovered south of Sydney.

AAP

Taylor Swift concerts to go ahead in Sydney despite asbestos testing at Olympic Park precinct

Environment minister says authorities are testing mulch in the area but any issues would be resolved before pop star’s sold-out shows at Accor Stadium

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Sydney asbestos crisis: largest EPA probe ever with hundreds of sites potentially contaminated

More than 130 people working on criminal investigation into mulch supplied by Greenlife Resource Recovery found to contain asbestos

The Guardian - AU

Tougher penalties flagged for illegal asbestos disposal

The discovery of asbestos at a Sydney park has focused attention on disposal of the material and the adequacy of fines for those caught doing the wrong thing.

AAP

Pep-11 to be killed off under NSW government’s plan to stop offshore gas exploration

Environment minister says ‘overwhelming majority’ oppose offshore mining and proposed reforms reflect these concerns

The Guardian - AU

'Even more confident' Eraring will close in 2025: new energy report

Climate Energy Finance report argues that Eraring Power Station should close in 2025

Newcastle Herald

Massive wind farm will power up to 700,000 homes a year

A massive wind farm with more than 200 wind turbines will be built in NSW, a key step towards achieving the government's target of net zero emissions by 2050.

AAP

'Humane' repeat-shooting of brumbies during trial cull

Hundreds of brumbies in Kosciuszko National Park have been shot dead as part of a trial of aerial shooting to control feral horse numbers.

AAP

Rare sea turtle lays 'precious' eggs on mid-north coast

An endangered species of sea turtle has come ashore on the NSW mid-north coast to lay its eggs in the first known turtle nesting of the season.

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Users given early look at baths as group lodges state heritage nomination

'Let's hope it stands the test of time.'

The Guardian - AU

Aemo warns coal-fired power plants could drop off before replacements are ready

Solar and windfarms will need to triple by 2030 to 57GW and expand seven-fold by 2050 to 126GW

Newcastle Herald

Smelter watching the grid 'extremely closely' as Hunter temperatures soar

Tomago Aluminium is the state's largest energy consumer.

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NSW’s Sweltering Heat Wave Has Sparked A Warning Of An Energy Shortfall So Turn Your AC Temp Up

NSW residents have been urged to limit their use of power during the heatwave to avoid further strain on the state's energy supply.

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Caution as rising heat risks pressure on energy supply

Scorching temperatures could place pressure on the energy grid as households and businesses are asked to reduce non-essential power use as much as possible.

Newcastle Herald

Santos warned over misleading Hunter Gas Pipeline comments

Santos yet to secure licence to construct Hunter Gas Pipeline.

Newcastle Herald

Turbocharging the transition to electric vehicles in NSW

Government hopes grants will add 3800 EVs to the state's roads.

AAP

NSW locks in the journey to net-zero emissions

Net-zero emissions laws have passed the NSW parliament but not before significant amendments from a crossbench alliance wanting further action.

The Guardian - AU

Net zero by 2050 and interim target of 70% emissions reduction by 2035 passed by NSW parliament

Greens and Coalition band together to force Labor to pass stronger greenhouse gas legislation than original policy

Newcastle Herald

Impacts 'unavoidable': how the government will link Bayswater and Eraring

New transmission infrastructure will be built most on public land.

Newcastle Herald

Minister pledges to 'fix' broken biodiversity offset scheme

Penny Sharpe says government will overhaul biodiversity offset scheme.

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