Advocates say using existing infrastructure to house tabled transmission projects could be worth considering.

Victoria is looking at re-purposing powerlines, instead of building new pylons, to connect wind and solar networks to the grid.

Rural editor Sophie Clarke caught up with New South Wales Farmers energy transition spokesman Reg Kidd to hear why he thinks the proposal is worth looking at across the border too.

Advocates say using existing infrastructure to house tabled transmission projects could be worth considering.
Victoria is looking at re-purposing powerlines, instead of building new pylons, to connect wind and solar networks to the grid.
Rural editor Sophie Clarke caught up with New South Wales Farmers energy transition spokesman Reg Kidd to hear why he thinks the proposal is worth looking at across the border too.

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