Origin Energy welcomed the decision by the NSW Government to introduce a feed-in tariff scheme to support people in NSW who produce solar energy.

"This is a positive step by the NSW Government to encourage households to invest in generating their own solar power," said Carl McCamish, Executive General Manager, Corporate Development, Origin.

"With this step forward, we encourage the NSW Government to ensure national consistency of feed-in tariff policy and regulation. We are encouraged by the similarities between the current schemes in place in Queensland and South Australia however further work is needed to deliver a harmonised feed-in tariff approach for Australia."

"Harmonisation will be a key factor in the success of the NSW feed-in tariff scheme. This is a great opportunity for the NSW Government to help Australia move towards a low carbon future," Mr McCamish added.

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