Retiring coal and meeting the generation gap left behind

08/26/24 • 6 min

With coal power in Australia nearing its end, transitioning to greener forms of energy and meeting our net zero ambitions will require us to use every tool in our energy toolbox.

With a diverse $26 billion portfolio of energy infrastructure assets spread right across the country, APA is uniquely positioned to understand the challenges in decarbonising Australia’s energy system.

The retirement of coal power stations first is the biggest single emissions reduction initiative Australia can undertake.

With coal power in Australia nearing its end, transitioning to greener forms of energy and meeting our net zero ambitions will require us to use every tool in our energy toolbox.

The retirement of coal power stations first is the biggest single emissions reduction initiative Australia can undertake.

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Unlocking domestic gas is the key to our energy future

Without new gas supply, Australia’s energy security and renewable energy targets are at risk.

Australia’s energy priorities are clear and make sense. We need to accelerate the removal of coal, accelerate the introduction of renewables, and support these renewables with electricity transmission, energy storage and gas.

The often-difficult conversation to have, is about the critical role of gas.

This article was originally published in The Australian on 28 August 2024.