The nuclear energy standoff has continued to divide politics after the Albanese government declined invitations to join a nuclear agreement at the COP29 climate talks in Azerbaijan.
‘Out of step’: Coalition , Labor continue to clash over nuclear energy after Australia skips out on COP29 nuclear agreement between UK and US
“There’s no question that Australia is completely out of step with the rest of the developed world when it comes to emissions-free, safe nuclear technology,” Mr Paterson said. New ð¦ðº and ð¬ð§ agreement on renewables signed at COP, working to grow cheaper cleaner energy and jobs in both countries ðªEnergy Minister Chris Bowen refused to sign the Generation IV International Forum nuclear agreement at COP 29 which was designed to accelerate development of nuclear technology.
“This is a proven emissions-free technology that can get emissions down but also provide reliable, affordable baseload energy,” Mr Paterson said.In response to the growing backlash, Acting Prime Minister Richard Marles defended the government’s position on Wednesday in an interview with Sky News.
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