Energy

Jul
22
Where's the efficiency?

Where's the efficiency?

As low-productivity sectors like health care rapidly expand, Australia faces a pressing need to boost productivity in other areas to maintain economic growth and living standards.
11 min read
Jul
15
A sensible nuclear policy is in the nation's interest

A sensible nuclear policy is in the nation's interest

Australia's nuclear energy debate highlights the need for a sensible, economically sound approach to carbon reduction that considers all options, rather than politically-driven policies that may prove inefficient and costly.
11 min read
Mar
18
Powering our AI future

Powering our AI future

If Australia's policymakers don't address the rising energy demands of AI, we risk falling behind other advanced nations. Despite its many critics, nuclear is a potential solution alongside renewables, and should not be ruled out so cavalierly.
12 min read
Feb
28
A nuclear future for Australia?

A nuclear future for Australia?

Ditching coal is inevitable for net-zero, but is nuclear the answer? Maybe, maybe not. But what we need is an honest discussion about our energy future.
9 min read
Jan
15
It's time to break a few eggs

It's time to break a few eggs

This is why we can't have nice things. Last week, federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek decided to block
8 min read