Jul.15 — On this edition of “Bloomberg Green,” Matt Kean, minister for energy and environment of Australia’s New South Wales, talks about the state’s plans to fast-track its transition away from fossil fuels by encouraging investment in renewable-energy clusters. The state put out a call for $12.7 billion ($8.8 billion) in investment to build solar and wind generation. It’s the second of three planned renewable energy zones to get the green light. Kean speaks on “Bloomberg Daybreak: Australia.”
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New South Wales is a southeastern Australian state, distinguished by its coastal cities and national parks. Sydney, its capital, is home to iconic structures such as the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
Population: 7.544 million (Sept 2014)