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Australia reaching zero emissions electricity not efficient, says CSIRO

Published 01:08 on December 18, 2025 / Last updated at 01:10 on December 18, 2025 / / Asia Pacific (Pacific), Net Zero Transition (Power/Electrification)

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It is more efficient for Australia to achieve emissions reductions in other sectors of the economy rather than striving to reach 100% renewable electricity, according to the country’s peak science body.
It is more efficient for Australia to achieve emissions reductions in other sectors of the economy rather than striving to reach 100% renewable electricity, according to the country’s peak science body.


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