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Tony Abbott in denial about Australia’s energy future
Q&A highlighted why Abbott has got it wrong on energy. An ideology that promotes coal, nuclear and centralised systems, over solar, wind and mini-grids is likely to be an expensive boondoggle. And new reports suggest the pace of change will be even quicker than thought.37 -
Abbott’s big push for solar as Coalition blows hard against wind
Tony Abbott excels in talking against things – such as carbon prices and wind energy – but can he talk up the solar industry. To do so, he will need the help of an institution he has vowed to dismantle. Meanwhile, the wind industry will have to deal with a commissioner for anecdotes. -
Things we learned this week about Abbott’s wind turbine syndrome
Abbott is not listening to the Pope, or scientists, about climate science or wind farms. But he is listening to IPA and other long term anti-wind activists. IPA even gives a “how to” guide for Catholics to ignore Pope Francis. Meanwhile, Hunt says it’s all about pushing big solar. -
10 things we learned about Tony Abbott’s war on renewables
50 Shades of Grit: Tony Abbott wants new coal generators and now admits he wants to kill the renewable energy target – and he may be just one vote away from being able to do so. That has serious implications, because it will likely extend the uncertainty that has plagued the clean energy industry in the past 18 months.
