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.

Alternative Long Duration Energy Storage (ALDES) technologies are rapidly emerging as effective and complementary to reinforcing these established types of energy storage. This report provides an introduction to ALDES, exploring the key ALDES technology families and the context in which they will operate. It also explores the specific roles these technologies will play in delivering...

This twentieth edition of the Lowy Institute Poll examines how Australians view major powers and world leaders, the threats facing the nation, and the risk of conflict in the region. It examines what Australians think should be done about climate change, and shows how attitudes on energy policy, democracy, and immigration have evolved over time.

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.

The New Zealand government is aiming to develop an enduring minerals sector that enhances prosperity for New Zealanders, demonstrates its value, and delivers minerals for a clean energy transition. This draft strategy document has been released to gather stakeholder input prior to preparing the final strategy.