News Brief
Summary
ZEN Energy has withdrawn from the planned Barcaldine Renewable Energy Zone (BREZ) in outback Queensland, abandoning the project. The company cited reduced state government support for green hydrogen as a key reason. Local council expresses disappointment but remains optimistic about future energy opportunities for the region.
Key Points
- Project Cancelled: The Barcaldine Renewable Energy Zone (BREZ), planned to use wind, solar, and green hydrogen, will not proceed.
- Reason for Withdrawal: ZEN Energy pulled out, citing “reduced interest in and support for green hydrogen” from the new state government.
- Government Stance: The Deputy Premier stated it was ZEN’s commercial decision and denied a change in government priorities, emphasizing regional input.
- Local Impact: Barcaldine Shire Council is disappointed but is working to retain affected businesses.
- Future Outlook: Both the council and ZEN believe Barcaldine’s assets and inclusion in the northern renewable energy zone position it well for future renewable energy projects.
新闻简报
总结
ZEN Energy公司已退出计划在昆士兰偏远地区建设的巴尔卡丁可再生能源区(BREZ)项目，导致该项目被放弃。该公司将州政府对绿色氢能支持减少列为主要原因。当地议会对此表示失望，但仍对该地区未来的能源机遇持乐观态度。
关键点
- 项目取消： 计划利用风能、太阳能和绿色氢能的巴尔卡丁可再生能源区(BREZ)将不会继续进行。
- 退出原因： ZEN Energy公司退出，理由是新的州政府对绿色氢能的”兴趣和支持减少”。
- 政府立场： 副州长表示这是ZEN的商业决定，并否认政府改变优先事项，强调地区参与决策。
- 当地影响： 巴尔卡丁郡议会对此感到失望，但正努力留住受影响的企业。
- 未来展望： 议会和ZEN公司均认为，巴尔卡丁拥有的资产及其在北部可再生能源区的地位，使其在未来可再生能源项目中处于有利位置。
Original Article Link: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-11-12/barcaldine-renewable-energy-zone-plans-abandoned/105999132