Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced a gas powered push to help the economy recover from the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. The Prime Minister’s plan, scheduled to be unveiled on Tuesday, aims to increase development of existing gas plants, while also backing the construction of a gas fired power plant in the Hunter Valley.
The news has received a mixed response from many. While less environmentally harmful than coal, some have criticised the plan as not working to diminish emissions, and continuing Australia’s reliance on fossil fuels.
In contrast, defenders of the plan have noted the role it may play in helping the economy and creating new jobs, as well as its efficiency when compared to renewables like South Australia’s Tesla Battery.
Producers:
Speakers:
- Andrew McConville
- CEO of the Australian Conservation Foundation
- Chief Executive of the Australian Petroleum Production and Exploration Association
- Climate and Energy Program Director at the Australia Institute
- Kelly O'Shanassy
- Minister for Energy and Emissions Reduction
- Political Analyst at the Australian Studies Institute at the Australian National University
- Professor Mark Kenny
- Richie Merzian
- Spokesperson for Angus Taylor