Dec 12, 2024
Go Nuclear, Save $264 Billion?
Australia's Liberal Party proposes integrating nuclear energy to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, projecting savings of $264 billion compared to a renewables-only approach.
Opposition leader Peter Dutton's plan includes the operation of the first nuclear plant by 2036 in New South Wales, with seven plants contributing 38% of energy generation by 2050. The proposal aims to reduce energy costs significantly. However, it faces criticism from the Labor Party, which argues that nuclear energy is costly and poses implementation delays. This debate intensifies as the 2025 federal election approaches. Read more.
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Jun 5, 2025
Renewable Energy Investors Receive Mixed Signals In The U.S.
In early 2025, U.S. clean energy investments faced significant setbacks, with $8 billion in projects canceled amid policy uncertainties and shifting federal priorities.
U.S. Utility-Scale Solar Installations Drop 30% in Q1 2025 Amid Policy Uncertainty
In the first quarter of 2025, the U.S. installed 4.4 GW of utility-scale solar power, marking a 30% decrease from the previous year’s record, as policy uncertainties and market challenges impact the renewable energy sector.