WA’s New Gas Plant Sparks Energy Debate | Adelaide News

Western Australia’s government is eyeing a $500 million gas-fired power plant in Perth to replace aging coal infrastructure, aiming to shut down all state-owned coal stations by 2030 — but critics question if this move, while framed as a clean transition, actually increases gas reliance. The project, still in early planning and set for public consultation this week, faces skepticism from the opposition who argue 300MW may not be enough to cover coal retirements — especially since some Pinjar units won’t shut down until the mid-2030s. With renewables touted as the long-term solution, the state’s energy transition hangs in the balance as officials race to finalize a decision by year’s end. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/539e5be80bb25f7f