Energy Insiders - a RenewEconomy Podcast

Is the wind drought over?

Dec 23, 2025
The hosts delve into the recent resurgence of wind energy and the significant financial strides in Western Australia. They tackle the evolving landscape of electric vehicles and the glaring policy gaps hindering their growth. The discussion highlights the role of household batteries in managing peak prices and how utility-scale batteries are becoming more accessible. With a focus on market dynamics, they explore the implications of the REC price collapse and predict shifts in asset ownership among energy developers.
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INSIGHT

Wind May Be Turning A Corner

  • Wind projects secured financial close in 2025, hinting that wind costs may be peaking and finance is returning.
  • David Leitch and Giles Parkinson see 2026 as a pivotal year with a slow start and potentially fast finish for wind.
ADVICE

Design EV Policy To Build Demand

  • Craft EV policy to create consumer demand pools, not just subsidies for the affluent.
  • Use incentives like priority lanes, registration discounts and toll benefits to broaden uptake.
ANECDOTE

Real EV Road Tests Prove Practicality

  • Giles drove Byron Bay to Sydney and needed only 35 minutes charging overall.
  • David drove Sydney–Sunshine Coast in two stops each way, showing long trips are feasible with current chargers.
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