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Bowen makes 'hypocritical' nuclear claims as Dutton accuses scientists of bias

The article from The Sydney Morning Herald discusses the controversy surrounding the CSIRO's GenCost report, which found that nuclear energy would be more expensive than renewable energy sources in Australia. Opposition Leader Peter Dutton and former Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce have accused the CSIRO of bias, claiming that the report's assumptions and methodology unfairly disadvantage nuclear power. They argue that the CSIRO's cost estimates for nuclear energy are inflated and do not account for potential technological advancements or the full lifecycle costs of renewables. The CSIRO, however, stands by its findings, asserting that the report is based on rigorous, peer-reviewed research and reflects current economic and technological realities. This dispute highlights the ongoing debate over Australia's energy future, with nuclear advocates pushing for a reconsideration of nuclear power as part of the nation's energy mix.

Read the Full Sydney Morning Herald Article at:
[ https://www.smh.com.au/politics/federal/dutton-joyce-accuse-csiro-of-bias-in-nuclear-cost-findings-20241209-p5kwu3.html ]