An environmental group has developed a map of the east coast of Australia where it says renewable projects can be quickly developed without harming the environment.

The Australian Conservation Fund's (ACF) report says some renewable energy projects are proposed in areas that put the environment "at risk" and can "divide communities".

They have mapped the east coast of Australia, identifying sites that are lower in biodiversity while also suitable for sun and wind projects.

The report highlighted three case studies in Gippsland, Victoria, Central West Orana, New South Wales and the Banana Shire in Central Queensland to show the benefits renewables could deliver while protecting threatened plants and animals.

ACF acting chief executive Paul Sinclair said he was not surprised by the fin

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