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It’s time to get SwitchedOn and kick gas out of the system: Our future depends on it (reneweconomy.com.au)
submitted 1 year ago by Treevan@aussie.zone to c/australia@aussie.zone
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  • Australia must rapidly transition away from gas to renewable energy for environmental and economic reasons.

  • Gas is not a transitional fuel, and its climate impacts may be underestimated due to methane leakage across the supply chain. Phasing out gas is critical to meet climate targets.

  • Electrification powered by renewables can meet energy needs more cheaply and cleanly. Heat pumps, induction cooktops and electric vehicles are mature technologies ready to replace gas.

  • Gas demand is declining globally while renewables are booming. Investing further in gas risks billions in stranded assets. Renewables create more jobs than fossil fuels.

  • Government policy should support electrification, ensure no new gas infrastructure is built, and assist workers transition from gas industries. Phasing out gas by 2030 is feasible with political will. Our future depends on acting swiftly.

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[–] fiat_lux@kbin.social 1 points 1 year ago

Noted, thanks. I didn't realise quite how much gas contributes.

I assume I have a cheap gas stove as well, but it's the only time I've ever had gas, so I would never know the difference.

Time to check my pans with a magnet!