Michael Mazengarb, Author at Renew Economy

Michael Mazengarb

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Michael Mazengarb is a climate and energy policy analyst with more than 15 years of professional experience, including as a contributor to Renew Economy. He writes at Tempests and Terawatts.

Policy & Planning

“Everyone disagrees with him”: Turnbull takes aim at Angus Taylor
Turnbull labels latest gas industry subsidies “surreal”, and says energy sector has been united by Angus Taylor: “Everyone disagrees with him”.
Michael Mazengarb

Mar 23, 2022

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Policy & Planning

Taylor’s latest $50m gas subsidy splurge deplored as “slap in the face for flood victims”
Morrison government pours more money into the gas industry, defying calls for Australia to stop the expansion of fossil fuel industries.
Michael Mazengarb

Mar 22, 2022

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Policy & Planning

“Stupid investment”: UN chief slams coal and Australia in extraordinary climate speech
UN chief Antonio Guterres slams Australia as a climate “hold out” and labels coal a “stupid investment”.
Michael Mazengarb

Mar 22, 2022

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Morrison rejoices in high fossil fuel prices, but Ukraine coal gesture will last just days
While the world battles with an energy crisis, the Morrison government is celebrating a boom in fossil fuel prices, and making small donations of coal.
Michael Mazengarb

Mar 21, 2022

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Renewables

The staggering numbers behind Australia’s green energy opportunity
Australia could slash emissions across the Asia Pacific by switching to zero emissions exports and 2,700 per cent renewables, ANU researchers say.
Michael Mazengarb

Mar 21, 2022

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Policy & Planning

Taylor offers carbon farmers tax cuts, as “dodgy” offsets put in the spotlight
Taylor offers carbon farmers a tax cut after slashing their potential income, as think tank targets dodgy carbon credits.
Michael Mazengarb

Mar 21, 2022

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Policy & Planning

“Consult with industry:” Taylor asked to delay carbon market changes after price crash
CMI wants surprise changes to the Emissions Reduction Fund delayed following dramatic price crash so the government can consult with industry.
Michael Mazengarb

Mar 18, 2022

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Australia’s green bank celebrates $10bn investments, still has another $5bn to spend
CEFC hits $10 billion investment milestone, and still has nearly $5 billion to spend on energy transition, including electric vehicles and hydrogen.
Michael Mazengarb

Mar 18, 2022

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“Not fit for purpose”: Labor vows to overhaul regulatory process for transmission projects
Labor wants to overhaul regulation of major transmission projects to increase community consultation, while Taylor revives ‘gold plated’ scare campaign.
Michael Mazengarb

Mar 18, 2022

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Policy & Planning

Australian zero carbon exports could slash emissions across Asia and Pacific
New research shows Australia can help slash emissions across the Asia Pacific by focusing on massive wind and solar projects and zero emissions exports.
Michael Mazengarb

Mar 17, 2022

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Policy & Planning

Regulator predicts surging demand for carbon credits as prices stabilise after crash
The price of Australian carbon credits stabilises, as buyers digest the fall out of recent government changes to the Emissions Reduction Fund.
Michael Mazengarb

Mar 17, 2022

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Policy & Planning

Younger generations demand stronger climate action, despite federal court setback
Australian voters continue to rank climate change as a top election concern, with new polling showing they want stronger policies.
Michael Mazengarb

Mar 16, 2022

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