14 Aug 2026·7 Aug – 14 Aug
Policy Blog: Energy Policy and Political Landscape
This week, energy policy takes precedence as Australian political dynamics shift amidst rising costs and community concerns.
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Australian Labor Party
Labor’s current settings include legislated 2030 emissions reduction targets, the Capacity Investment Scheme for renewables/storage, and the Safeguard Mechanism for large emitters. Household energy bill relief has been delivered periodically.
Australian Labor Party
Accelerate renewable energy investment and emissions reduction while supporting regional jobs in the energy transition.
Australian Greens
Phase out fossil fuel subsidies, legislate stronger emissions targets, and invest in public renewable energy.
Liberal Party of Australia
Liberal recorded positions favour including nuclear power, maintaining gas, and a technology-led path to emissions reduction, with household energy affordability as a primary frame.
Liberal Party of Australia
Support a balanced energy mix including gas and nuclear options to deliver reliable, affordable power for households and industry.
National Party of Australia
Support responsible resource development, regional royalties, and jobs in mining, gas, and agricultural exports.
National Party of Australia
Advocate for sustainable water management and practical environmental stewardship in regional communities.
Pauline Hanson's One Nation
One Nation opposes rapid net-zero pathways that it argues raise power prices, and favours conventional fossil generation. Distinct alternative scheme designs are not detailed in our database.
Pauline Hanson's One Nation
Support coal, gas, and affordable baseload power; oppose net-zero targets that raise prices for households.
United Australia Party
Lower electricity prices through domestic gas reservation, nuclear consideration, and reduced regulatory burden.
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