Energy resources
Report
Powering past gas: an energy strategy that works
The authors of this report map a pathway to move beyond gas, both domestically and in Australia's exports. The report emphasises that Australia does not need new gas projects, as the world will shortly be awash with cheap gas, at the same time as this fossil fuel will play a shrinking role in our domestic...
Report
Counting the cost: subsidies for renewable energy
This paper quantifies the value of subsidies from the Australian government to the renewables industry over the 10 years to financial year 2022-23. It finds that over that time, Australian taxpayers and electricity customers have paid more than $29 billion in subsidies to producers of renewable electricity through federal government schemes.
Policy report
Future made in Australia? Evaluating Australia’s 2024 green energy related policies and its potential impact on Asia
This policy brief evaluates Australia’s 2024 green energy-related policies and examines their potential impact on Asia. The paper predicts that Australia’s green energy initiatives will have a ripple effect across Asia, promoting the adoption of clean energy technologies and practices.
Report
From provider to parasite: excess LNG export capacity and state energy policies as emerging threats to WA’s domestic gas market, environment, and economy
This research shows that excess liquefied natural gas (LNG) export capacity at Woodside’s Burrup Hub, and a lack of timely renewable energy development, are shaping up as major threats to Western Australia’s domestic gas supply and local energy consumers.
Report
Clean energy precincts: how to seize the green export opportunity
The authors of this report argue that governments should apply a consistent framework and clearly state their objectives when backing clean energy projects, to ensure support goes to those with the best chance of success.