VicGrid's Role in Renewable Energy Planning

VicGrid, a new government institution in Victoria, is set to take on the responsibility for planning transmission lines and renewable energy zones in the region. With its establishment, the focus is on improving community engagement and incorporating local concerns from first peoples, landholders, and the agricultural sector into energy planning. This shift acknowledges the previous shortcomings in planning processes, particularly given the long gap since any significant transmission infrastructure had been developed. The organization aims to balance the needs of investors and consumers with community interests, focusing on energy, food, and water security.