Australia is facing an energy crossroads. Power bills are rising, coal plants are retiring, and the grid is losing the firm, reliable power that underpins modern industry. Amid this transition, this report proposes to repower the Hunter Valley with nuclear energy. 

The report outlines the benefits of nuclear energy. It suggests that with its energy heritage, transmission lines and regional workforce, the Hunter Valley is the ideal site for a modern nuclear facility. This project would give the region a new industrial future.

The report is accompanied by an economic impact assessment.

Recommendations

1. Lift the ban on nuclear energy
2. Develop a national nuclear energy strategy
3. Prioritise infrastructure reuse
4. Support worker transition and training
5. Engage and inform the public.