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Renewable energy project promising to end power outages in small WA towns sits in limbo


Published on 2024-12-01 06:31:11 - Brian Stokes, N@N
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  • A unique renewable energy project using water, gravity, and solar power has been completed in WA's south, promising to end power outages for a small country town. But the government-backed project sits in limbo,

The article discusses a renewable energy project in Western Australia (WA) aimed at ending power outages in small towns, which is currently stalled. The project, known as the Western Power Microgrid, involves installing solar panels, batteries, and backup generators to create a self-sufficient energy system. Despite its potential to provide reliable electricity and reduce reliance on diesel, the initiative faces delays due to funding issues and bureaucratic hurdles. Local communities are frustrated as they continue to experience frequent blackouts, especially during extreme weather conditions. The project's advancement is crucial for these remote areas, where traditional power infrastructure is both costly and challenging to maintain.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-au/politics/government/renewable-energy-project-promising-to-end-power-outages-in-small-wa-towns-sits-in-limbo/vi-AA1v36yb ]
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