‘Most Expensive Form of Energy’: Australian Minister Pans Nuclear Power Proposals

‘Most Expensive Form of Energy’: Australian Minister Pans Nuclear Power Proposals
Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen speaks to media during a press conference in the Mural Hall at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, on June 23, 2021. Sam Mooy/Getty Images
Daniel Y. Teng
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The Australian Labor government has struck down an idea to introduce nuclear power into the country, saying it is too expensive and that the “economics don’t stack up.”

The response comes as the opposition Liberal-National Coalition steps up pressure for nuclear energy to deal with soaring electricity costs and lowering emissions, and a trend towards nuclear power investment by China, India, Japan, and South Korea.

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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