Australia Conservation Foundation Opposes Liberal’s Nuclear Energy Proposal

The Liberal-National Coalition said that Australia needs to have a balanced energy mix to deliver cheaper, cleaner and consistent 24/7 energy.

Electricity lines near emission funnels for the Bayswater coal-powered thermal power station in Muswellbrook, Australia, on Dec. 13, 2023. David Gray/AFP via Getty Images

The Australian Conservation Foundation criticised the proposal of Liberal Party and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton to build nuclear power stations across seven sites in the country once elected in government.

Mr. Dutton also proposed that the federal government will own and pay for the proposed plants to ensure energy security in the country amid the expanded renewable energy push of the Albanese government.