Energy resources
Working paper
Issues with levelised cost of electricity: why a simple metric cannot determine our energy future
The authors of this paper argue that there are clear limits to what 'levelised cost of energy' (LCOE) can be used for when analysing energy policy. Such estimates are prone to bias, omit key costs and cannot be used to assess the merits of projects that have vastly different values. They suggest that Australia needs...
Report
No shortage of solutions to gas supply gap
The east coast of Australia faces the prospect of excess gas demand in coming years due to declining gas production, with the imminent possibility of short-lived periods of excess demand in Victoria on peak demand days. However, this analysis shows that cost-effective and targeted interventions to lower gas demand could fully eradicate anticipated peak day...
Report
Seize the decade: how we empower Australian communities and cut climate pollution 75% by 2030
Australia’s shift to clean energy is well underway – visible on our rooftops, in our homes, neighbourhoods and businesses. This report provides an in-depth pathway for Australia to make deeper, genuine and permanent cuts to climate pollution by 2030.
Report
Towards net zero: transition pathways in regional Australia
This report is one of four prepared by the Regional Australia Institute in 2023/24, looking into issues affecting regions as Australia moves towards net zero emissions by 2050. The report sets out potential pathways for communities and businesses in regional Australia by exploring Australia’s position in the global context; examining the role of regional cities...
Report
Gas statement of opportunities: March 2024
The Gas Statement of Opportunities provides AEMO’s forecast of annual gas consumption and maximum gas demand, and reports on the adequacy of central and eastern gas markets to supply forecast demand over a 20-year outlook period.