Confidential report warns Australian LNG could displace and delay energy transition in Asia

Published 05:10 on November 6, 2025 / Last updated at 05:10 on November 6, 2025 / / Asia Pacific (Asia, Pacific), Net Zero Transition (Industrial Decarbonisation, Power/Electrification, Transport & Heating Fuels)

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A confidential report commissioned on behalf of the Western Australian state government has warned of “significant risks” that natural gas could crowd out investments in renewables, casting doubt on the claims that LNG can be used as a bridging fuel in Asia.
A confidential report commissioned on behalf of the Western Australian state government has warned of “significant risks” that natural gas could crowd out investments in renewables, casting doubt on the claims that LNG can be used as a bridging fuel in Asia.


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