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Genevieve Henderson
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Clouded future: managing the risks of the data centre boom
A surge in Australian data centre construction driven by artificial intelligence (AI) risks pushing up power bills and climate pollution, according to this report. With more than 90 projects in the pipeline, this report proposes that every new data centre in Australia must be subject to strong standards for both its energy and water use.
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Pedal to the metal: a budget to break free from fuel chaos
Australian households are being hit by another global fuel shock. Australia's heavy reliance on fossil fuels means international crises quickly translate into higher costs at home. This report proposes that a step-change, focused on electrification, renewables, batteries and cleaner transport, can cut fossils fuel dependency permanently.
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Power games: who’s driving high power bills?
Power bills have become a growing source of stress for Australians. This report finds three key drivers behind Australia's high power prices. It finds expanding renewable energy, storage and transmission lowers long-term costs. The report calls for governments to progress rolling out renewable energy and storage, and ensure the benefits are shared by everyone.
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Battery boom: supercharging Australia’s renewable rollout
As costs rapidly fall and technologies improve, battery storage of all kinds is set to accelerate across Australia, with benefits from bill savings, further cuts to climate pollution and a more reliable grid. This report argues that with targeted policies, Australia can ramp up battery storage and make the most of this opportunity.