Renewables backed with batteries are the cheapest energy source

We will speed up the replacement of the old failing coal plants with renewables and accelerate electrification of transport, households and business. Gas and Coal have been the big drivers of rising energy prices of late, although Australia still has above-average energy affordability compared to other OECD countries.

To get more cheap energy to the market faster we would acquire sites for renewable energy generation and new electricity transmission lines.*

We should also convert the existing diesel fuel subsidy into a farm & truck electrification subsidy.

(*Excluding Conservative Electorates – see One Country, Two Systems)

Farming the sun and wind

As the climate deteriorates traditional farming of crops and livestock will become increasingly marginal.

Mixing renewable energy with farming will be essential to keep farms viable, supply energy and produce food.*

(*Excluding Conservative Electorates – see One Country, Two Systems)

Lower fuel prices

Electricity is the cheapest fuel.

We would strongly encourage the sale of new EV’s and recharging infrastructure.

Australian electricity prices: About average

See more at Australian Energy Council.