%T Breaking new ground %A Tom Akhurst %A Tom Barrett %A Liana Downey %A et al. %I Blueprint Institute %D 2022 %K Energy industries, %K Regional economics, %K Energy resources, %K Renewable energy, %K Economic development, %K Power resources %U https://apo.org.au/node/316507 %X To secure enduring prosperity in south-west Queensland, this report argues that the state cannot rely on renewable projects alone—many of the jobs they create are short-term construction jobs, with far fewer long-term stable jobs in maintenance and operations. This report outlines the opportunities that are available to the region beyond renewable energy generation. %9 Report