Upgrading the electricity network to power our state now and for the next generation
Working with communities, industry, and First Nations peoples, we are leading a once-in-a-generation upgrade of the NSW electricity network to power our state with affordable, clean and reliable energy for everyone. The Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap (Roadmap), sets out how we transitioning the electricity network to one that will keep the lights on and put downward pressure on energy bills for years to come. The energy transition is already well underway in NSW. We already have enough projects signed-up to get us more than two-thirds to our 2030 renewable energy generation goal.
Our move to a more affordable, clean and reliable electricity network is bringing secure, long-term jobs to NSW, creating new apprenticeships, and empowering businesses to bring economic opportunities to our local communities.
Roadmap progress
What is a renewable energy zone?
We’re accelerating investment in renewable energy by building five renewable energy zones (REZs) across NSW. REZs are powered with wind and solar and linked to new storage and transmission lines. The delivery of each REZ is being led by EnergyCo in their role as infrastructure planner. Find out more about the entities delivering the roadmap.
Stories from the energy transition
Our move to renewables is bringing more affordable energy, new jobs and apprenticeships, and new economic opportunities to communities across the state.
Discover the important work underway and hear from those helping to deliver affordable, clean and reliable energy for everyone.
In NSW some innovative landowners are combining solar energy production with sheep grazing.
How regional communities are benefiting from the renewable energy transition
Kacee is one of thousands of NSW locals benefitting from the renewable energy transformation.
Latest updates
July 2025
NSW is boosting the security and reliability of its energy grid, with Energy Minister Penny Sharpe directing a tender for projects that deliver 500MW of firm capacity.
June 2025
The NSW Government has launched the state’s first large-scale Virtual Power Plant under the NSW Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap.
May 2025
Ten renewable energy projects have been given the green light to connect to the Central-West Orana REZ, through agreements that will deliver enough power to supply more than half of NSW homes.
April 2025
In a major milestone, 4 wind, solar and battery projects have been granted the right to connect to new power lines in the South West Renewable Energy Zone.
Explore what energy support is available for you at home
The Consumer Energy Strategy is our plan to ensure everyone can benefit from a sustainable energy future.
Find out how we are helping households and families with energy rebates.
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