Key takeaways
The Draft Renewables Regulatory Framework sets out current and proposed initiatives in renewable energy regulation.
Initiatives in the Discussion Paper include a more comprehensive review of the planning framework for renewables, enhanced community participation and exploring project notification requirements.
The Government is creating a mandatory Code of Conduct for renewable energy developers.
The Queensland Government has been consulting on the regulatory framework for renewable energy, with an emphasis on ensuring that energy infrastructure is developed responsibly and supports strong, sustainable energy communities across regional Queensland.
Discussion Paper
The Draft Renewables Regulatory Framework (Framework) sets out current and proposed initiatives in renewable energy regulation. A Discussion Paper was originally released on 30 September 2024, the day before the Miles Government went into caretaker mode. The new Crisafulli Government released an updated Discussion Paper in December 2024, with minor amendments, and extended the period for public consultation until 1 February 2025.
The Framework identifies initiatives in five key areas: enhanced environmental outcomes; effective community participation; easy access to information; ensuring landholder protections; and efficient industry facilitation.
We have set out some of the most significant initiatives proposed under the Framework below.
The Draft Renewables Regulatory Framework is available here.