Senator Canavan’s Candid Take on Nuclear Energy Costs
Senator Matt Canavan admits nuclear energy isn’t the cheapest option, revealing political motivations behind the Coalition’s energy plans.
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Canberra: So, there’s this video of Senator Matt Canavan that’s making waves. He’s basically saying the Coalition is jumping on the nuclear energy bandwagon, but not for the reasons you might think.
He mentioned that they’re pushing nuclear because it helps them politically, not because it’s the best or cheapest option for energy. Canavan even said, “it ain’t the cheapest form of power.” That’s pretty honest, right?
Now, the Coalition has been promising that adding nuclear to Australia’s energy mix will lower electricity bills. But let’s be real, it’s still years away from happening, and some studies suggest it might actually cost more.
In a recent speech, he talked about how they want to get rid of the ban on nuclear and build some power stations. He thinks it could help the energy system, but he’s clear that it’s not a magic solution.
Last week, they rolled out their big plan for a nuclear-powered grid by 2050, claiming it would be cheaper than the current government’s renewable energy strategy. But a lot of their cost estimates are based on lower energy demand than what’s actually expected.
Climate Change Minister Chris Bowen reacted to Canavan’s comments, saying he doesn’t usually agree with him but appreciates his honesty this time. He pointed out that the Coalition’s plan might lead to higher costs for Australians just to solve a political issue.
And if that wasn’t enough drama, Nationals MP Keith Pitt announced he’s leaving politics, citing the Coalition’s commitment to net-zero emissions. He feels the party is turning its back on the coal industry and isn’t standing up to the Liberals.