Beyond Zero Emissions (BZE) is a think tank that aims to demonstrate through independent research and innovative solutions how Australia can prosper in a zero-emissions economy.
In April BZE released the Hunter Renewable Energy Industrial Precinct Briefing (HREIP) Paper – Securing the Hunter’s reputation as a global force in energy.This briefing paper shows the enormous scale of renewable powered industries that could be developed as part of a HREIP, including the build-out of new renewable energy and electrical infrastructure over the next ten years. By 2032 it can:
- Unlock new capital investment of $28 billion,
- Create 34,000 new ongoing local jobs in new manufacturing and service industries,
- Generate $11 billion in revenue per annum,
- Protect existing manufacturing jobs by repowering them with renewable energy, and
- Make the Hunter attractive and competitive for energy intensive industry
If the dire consequences of a business-as-usual approach in a climate changing world are not heeded in the next decade the window of opportunity that offers a glimpse of hope will indeed close.
However if you look back over the past 10 years our life has changed considerably with the advent of streaming services, Instagram, Uber, Siri, drones, online DNA testing, ipads and man buns. A lot can happen in a decade but it will be people that make it happen quicker and the politicians will just have to catch up.
The Australian Conservation Foundation recently commissioned YouGov to conduct Australia’s Biggest Climate Poll, polling a nationally representative sample of more than 15,000 Australian voters on a range of questions on climate change and government action. You can read the full polling report here
Together We Can is a collection of everyday Australians, groups and businesses from all over the country who want more action taken to address climate change.
The ideas expressed in both the reports are consistent with the CPPA’s constitution.
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