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Organisation

Alternative Technology Association

Discussion paper

100% Renewable grid by 2030

Australia should transition quickly to a 100% renewable electricity grid, as it is cheaper and less risky than the alternative of building new coal-fired power stations. This can be achieved by 2030.
Report

Are we still cooking with gas?

Is gas still a cheap energy to use at home? Under what circumstances should you consider switching from gas to efficient electric appliances? These are some of the questions posed and answered in this new report on the use of gas for Australian households. The...
Report

2.5 billion reasons to invest in efficiency: Modelling the impact of improving the energy efficiency of Victoria’s homes on the Victorian Energy Concessions Budget

This report, commissioned by the One Million Homes Alliance and undertaken by the Alternative Technology Association (ATA), models the potential impact on the Victorian Energy Concessions Budget from an increase in the energy performance of existing low income households from an average of 2 Stars...