How States Responded to the Opposition’s Nuclear Alternative to Net Zero

South Australia’s opposition leader displayed the most overt support for nuclear energy.
How States Responded to the Opposition’s Nuclear Alternative to Net Zero
Australian Opposition Leader Peter Dutton unveils details of proposed nuclear energy plan during a press conference at the Commonwealth Parliamentary Offices in Sydney, Australia on June 19, 2024. AAP Image/Bianca De Marchi
Daniel Y. Teng
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Australian state leaders have responded to federal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton’s plan to construct seven nuclear power plants across the country if elected.

The Liberal-National Coalition is proposing to replace retiring coal-fired power stations with nuclear facilities, as an alternative path towards net zero—rather than adopt a mass roll-out of wind turbines, solar panels, and batteries.

Daniel Y. Teng
Daniel Y. Teng
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Daniel Y. Teng is based in Brisbane, Australia. He focuses on national affairs, including federal politics and Australia-China relations. Got a tip? Contact him at [email protected].
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