The Senate has today passed a motion condemning the Federal Labor Government for it’s failure to support major renewable energy projects which is threatening the Musselroe Bay wind farm.
The motion moved by Liberal Senator Guy Barnett was passed on the voices, but was opposed by the Government, including Tasmania's Labor Senators.
"The Senate has today sent a clear message that the Government has failed to deliver when it comes to major renewable energy projects and must do more to support projects like the Musselroe Bay wind farm," Senator Barnett said.
“Labor's policies have caused the price of renewable energy certificates to fall dramatically, which has stalled investment in wind farms around Australia.
"This has led directly to the Musselroe Wind Farm project being put on hold and confirmation last week from Roaring 40's manager Steve Symonds that jobs will be lost.
“The Federal Labor Member for Bass, Jodie Campbell, last week said that Labor will not do anything to address this problem until at least April when the Council of Australian Governments (COAG) next meets. But action is needed now.
"The Musselroe Bay wind farm will cost more than $400 million for 56 turbines delivering 168 megawatts of power. The company has already spent more than $20 million and Roaring 40's has the full support of the Dorset Council and the local community.
“I will be working with my State and Federal Liberal colleagues, reviewing all options to get the Musselroe Bay wind farm back on track for Tasmania," Senator Barnett said.