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Duncan Murray

State and federal partnership to replace NSW coal power

Energy Minister Chris Bowen said there was abundant interest in NSW renewable projects. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

The federal government will help attract vital private investment to state and territory renewable energy transitions, including NSW's replacement of ageing coal-fired power stations.

Energy Minister Chris Bowen on Thursday announced the Capacity Investment Scheme will deliver an additional 550 megawatts of firming capacity, on top of the state's existing plan to add 380MW, for "when the wind isn't blowing and the sun isn't shining".

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