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Chris Bowen and Ted O'Brien face off in live debate over Australia's energy future, following release of CSIRO GenCost report


Published on 2024-12-09 09:04:06 - MSN
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  • The debate over Australia's energy future took place on 7.30 with Ted O'Brien making "assurances" for the opposition when it came to costings.

The article discusses a debate between Chris Bowen, Australia's Energy Minister, and Ted O'Brien, the opposition's energy spokesperson, following the release of the CSIRO GenCost report. The report highlights that renewable energy sources like solar and wind are now the cheapest forms of new electricity generation in Australia. Bowen used this data to argue in favor of the government's renewable energy strategy, emphasizing the economic and environmental benefits of transitioning away from fossil fuels. Conversely, O'Brien criticized the government's approach, advocating for the inclusion of nuclear energy in Australia's energy mix, arguing that it could provide reliable, zero-emission power. The debate encapsulates the broader political and economic discussions on how best to achieve energy security, affordability, and sustainability in Australia.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-au/politics/government/chris-bowen-and-ted-o-brien-debate-australia-s-energy-future-following-release-of-csiro-gencost-report/ar-AA1vw2eH ]

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