26th February 2010
MEDIA RELEASE
ENHANCED RENEWABLE ENERGY TARGET GOOD
OUTCOME FOR SOLAR
Industry responds to RET media release
The Australian Solar Energy Society [AuSES] welcomes the Federal Government’s proposed
changes to the Renewable Energy Target [RET], announced today.
The changes reserve 41,000GWh (from the original 45,000GWh target) for large-scale
renewable energy like solar thermal, large-scale photovoltaics, wind and wave power.
In addition the government has announced an uncapped scheme that will apply to solar
panels and solar hot water installations, with a fixed REC price of $40.
“This change recognises the importance of personal action on climate change, while freeing
up the renewable energy target for large-scale investments,” says John Grimes Chief
Executive, Australian Solar Energy Society.
“Perhaps the most damaging element of recent solar policy for the solar industry has been
constant change. This announcement gives the industry the certainty it needs moving
forward,” he said.
“Whilst the proposed changes are welcomed, they will not by themselves ensure a strong
Australian solar industry. The Australian Government should support large-scale solar
through loan guarantees or a national feed-in tariff and the existing Solar Flagships Program.”
“A strong Australian solar industry will delver clean energy jobs across Australia, but this
cannot happen without concerted government action.”
“We look forward to seeing the detail in the legislation when it is available” said Grimes.
For additional information or to schedule an interview with the CEO of the AuSES, John Grimes
please contact:
0400 102 396
ceo@anzses.org
About Australian Solar Energy Society
The Australian Solar Energy Society (AuSES) is dedicated to the promotion of solar and related
R&D and the adoption of Solar Energy; compiling and disseminating information on solar and
complementary technologies; education programs; and lobbying. AuSES is a non for profit
organisation tracing its history back to 1954. Its primary membership consists of academia, solar
related companies, research and development organisations, users, community groups and
private citizens.
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