This report outlines the findings of outcome, economic and implementation evaluations of the Future Directions social housing programs. It finds more housing provision and better tenant experience, but less evidence of progress towards reducing reliance on social housing.

Rooftop solar has been lauded by energy market bodies, policymakers, the media and environmental groups as a great way to lower bills, help the environment and help the grid. While rooftop solar may have lowered bills for homeowners able to install it, this paper posits that it has done so by increasing bills for everyone...

A comprehensive depiction of the 2024 trends across the entire energy sector, covering data for all fuels and technologies, all regions and major countries, and energy-related carbon dioxide emissions. It finds that global appetite for energy rose at a faster-than-average pace in 2024, resulting in higher demand for all energy sources.

A forecast of annual gas consumption and maximum gas demand, outlining the adequacy of central and eastern gas markets to supply forecast demand over a 20-year period. The report provides technical insights to support investors and governments to make informed decisions to benefit consumers. Gas consumption is expected to reduce with the switching from gas...

From excessive water consumption to the challenges of waste management, this brief finds that nuclear power would place an enormous burden on the Australian environment, resources and economy. It suggests that nuclear power is a distraction from proven, renewable-powered solutions to the climate crisis.