US EditionNuclear dead, ambitious energy transformation mandate alive and well
- The 2025 Australian federal election resulted in a decisive victory for the Labor Party, securing a majority in parliament and reaffirming its leadership on energy policy.
- This outcome followed a campaign defined by contrasting energy platforms, where the public favored renewables over the opposition's nuclear proposal amid calls for stable, long-term policy frameworks.
- Key commitments from the elected government include achieving 82 percent renewable electricity by 2030, rolling out a $2.3 billion subsidy for home battery installations, and continuing efforts on emissions reduction and grid expansion.
- Clean Energy Council CEO Kane Thornton highlighted strong public support for renewables backed by storage and low-emission technologies, while energy sector leaders emphasized the need for swift policy action to lower bills and meet emissions targets.
- The election outcome implies policy continuity that supports Australia’s transition to net zero emissions, prioritizes energy affordability and reliability, and positions the country to leverage its renewable resources and export potential.
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Five huge climate opportunities await the next parliament—and it has the numbers to deliver
By Anna Skarbek, Climateworks CEO, Monash University; and Anna Malos, Climateworks Country Lead, Australia, Monash University Australians have returned an expanded Labor Party to government alongside a suite of climate-progressive independents. Meanwhile, the Coalition—which promoted nuclear energy and a slower renewables transition—suffered a historic defeat. Labor also looks set to have increased numbers in the Senate, where the Greens are li…
Federal election 2025: Australians vote for renewable energy future - Utility Magazine
Image: DisobeyArt/stock.adobe.com The future of Australia’s energy sector was a key battleground in the 2025 federal election. Renewables emerged victorious, but where does the transition go from here? With two contrasting energy policies on the table, the 2025 federal election was – as Clean Energy Council Chief Executive, Kane Thornton, puts it – “a referendum on renewable energy”. As the dust settles, the Australian Labor Party is celebrati…
Labor’s next three years – in four key climate and energy numbers
Labor is entering its second term with climate and energy policies we can track with great accuracy and high frequency - here are some numbers to keep an eye on. The post Labor’s next three years – in four key climate and energy numbers appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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