Energy resources
Technical report
Net zero emissions electricity: a total systems cost approach for Queensland
This study examines the role that this suite of power generation technologies, renewables, gas and Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), could play in achieving Queensland’s target of zero emissions by 2050.
Discussion paper
Suboptimal supercritical: reliability issues at Australia’s supercritical coal power plants
Australia’s newest coal plants, including ‘supercritical’ or so-called ‘High Efficiency, Low Emissions’ generators, have higher breakdown rates per gigawatt than older power stations, according to this research from the Australia Institute.
Report
Saved by the bench: how the Senate crossbench saved Australia’s renewable energy industry
This research shows the Senate crossbench safeguarded $23.4 billion worth of investment in renewable energy from 2013–2018, when it prevented the Coalition Government from abolishing three renewable energy policies (the Clean Energy Finance Corporation, ARENA and the Renewable Energy Target).
Discussion paper
Fossil fuel free zones
This discussion paper explores how Fossil Fuel Free Zones (FFFZs) could contribute to action on climate change.
Report
Enabling a just transition to a low-carbon economy in the energy sector
This report highlights key considerations and sets out how to plan a just transition process in the energy sector. It is aimed at stakeholders in the just transition, including governments, businesses, investors and civil society.