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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India Achieves 50% Non‑Fossil Power Capacity Five Years Ahead of Target
India has reached 50% of its installed electricity capacity from non-fossil sources—solar, wind, hydro, and nuclear—marking a major milestone well ahead of its 2030 clean energy goal.
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China Introduces First Renewable-Energy Targets for Steel, Cement, Polysilicon & Data Centres
China’s National Development and Reform Commission rolled out its first Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) for heavy industry—steel, cement, polysilicon—and new data centers, mandating significant renewable power use by province.