‘Renewables Are Not the Holy Grail’, Energy Boss

‘Renewables Are Not the Holy Grail’, Energy Boss
Santos CEO Kevin Gallagher speaks during the annual Australian Petroleum Production and Exploration Association (APPEA) 2023 Conference in Adelaide, Australia, on May 18, 2023. AAP Image/Matt Turner
Alfred Bui
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The boss of one of Australia’s largest domestic gas suppliers has warned the country could face significant problems if it phases out oil and gas in favour of renewables amid rising pressures from the industry’s opponents.

In his speech to the Australian Petroleum Production and Exploration Association’s (APPEA) 2023 conference, Santos CEO Kevin Gallagher said oil and gas were vital for the operation of modern society.

Alfred Bui
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Alfred Bui is an Australian reporter based in Melbourne and focuses on local and business news. He is a former small business owner and has two master’s degrees in business and business law. Contact him at [email protected].
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