Energy and Resources Minister Lily D’Ambrosio has announced that Victoria has exceeded its 2025 renewable energy target.
Ms D’Ambrosio said renewables accounted for 44.6 per cent of the state’s electricity last year, above the legislated target of 40 per cent.
“We know the cost of living is tough for many Victorians, that’s why we’re building the energy future that will help lower power prices and deliver real benefits for households and businesses,” she said.
The state government said the milestone highlight’s Victoria’s progress towards a cleaner and more affordable energy future.
Victoria is also meeting renewable energy targets set and is on track to reach 65 per cent renewable generation by 2030 and 95 per cent by 2035, according to the state government.
The state government said Victoria is a national leader in grid-scale renewable energy development, with nearly 100 large-scale projects now operational across the state. This includes 54 solar farms which, together with rooftop solar, supplied approximately 16 per cent of Victoria’s electricity in 2025.
Wind farms played a major role in exceeding the 2025 renewable target, generating approximately 24 per cent of the state’s power. This capacity is set to grow, with 10 additional onshore wind farms approved for construction and a clear vision for Victoria’s offshore wind sector.
