Eraring extension is a stopgap. Not the death knell for renewables

Eraring extension is a stopgap. Not the death knell for renewables

Extending the life of Origin Energy’s power plant for a short period may buy breathing space. It does not rewrite the economics of energy.

Eraring extension affirms urgency for renewables

Photo Credit: Phonlamaiphoto/Stock.Adobe.comOrigin Energy’s decision to extend the life of the Eraring coal-fired power station until 2029 underscores the urgency of accelerating investment in renewable energy, storage and transmission, according to the Clean Energy Council. Jackie Trad, Chief Executive Officer at the Clean Energy Council, publicly shared that the extension reflects the need to manage the transition in an orderly way, but warns …