This paper presents an Australian perspective on the opportunities and barriers to clean technology development, deployment and transfer, both within and between countries.

The research is based on interviews with individuals from government, the private sector, academia, industry groups and other stakeholders.

Similar research has been carried out in other Global Climate Network member countries, including China, India, Brazil, South Africa, the US, Germany and Nigeria. The overall findings of this joint research initiative are published in a separate, synthesis report prepared by the UK-based Institute for Public Policy Research.
 
The research focussed on five key themes:

(i) national priorities for clean technology development and deployment;

(ii) barriers to technology development and deployment within Australia;

(iii) opportunities and challenges presented by the domestic policy setting;

(iv) barriers to technology transfer between countries; and

(v) priorities for the post-2012 climate change agreement.