Key facts
- A planning minister has been granted special powers to fast-track petroleum projects.
- The minister previously stopped renewable and storage projects.
- These new powers allow the minister to over-rule other authorities.
A planning minister, known for previously halting renewable and storage projects, has been granted significant new powers. These authorities will enable the minister to fast-track petroleum projects, overriding decisions from other governmental bodies. This development signals a potential shift in energy policy priorities, favoring fossil fuel development over renewable energy initiatives.