Decarbonising the Australian economy: A first step

Abstract

Amidst mounting global pressure, governments worldwide have embarked on a collective journey towards decarbonising their economies within the next 30 years. This ambitious goal necessitates the phasing out of naturally occurring hydrocarbons such as coal, natural gas, and oil. However, our analysis of data from academic papers, Australian Federal Government publications, and reports from energy industry bodies and manufacturers of electricity‐generating equipment suggests that such a complete elimination of fossil fuel use is not feasible. The data we've gathered, however, indicate that transitioning to a connected energy island power generation topology could at least create a sustainably robust energy supply capable of propelling Australia towards its environmental targets while bolstering its future economic well‐being.Based on analysis of data drawn from academic papers, the Australian Federal Government, energy industry bodies, and manufacturers of electricity generating equipment, the authors believe at this time, elimination of fossil fuel use is simply not possible.By moving to a connected energy island power generation topology, the data suggest we can:1. Create a sustainably robust energy supply.2. Move Australia closer to its environmental targets.3. Underpin Australia's future economic well‐being.