Go for net zero: A practical plan for reliable, affordable, low-emissions electricity with James Ha

<p>Australia can achieve a net-zero carbon emissions electricity system without threatening affordability or reliability of supply.</p> <p>It’s a myth that Australia needs to continue to rely on coal-fired power stations to keep electricity bills down.</p> <p>But we should not rush to 100 per cent renewable energy, because ensuring reliability would be costly – especially in the depths of winter in the southern states when electricity demand is high, solar supply is low, and persistent wind droughts are possible.</p> <p>Henry talks with James Ha, Energy and Policy Analyst at Grattan Institute.&nbsp;</p> <p>This conversation was originally broadcast on 3SER's 97.7FM Casey Radio in August, 2021. It was produced by Rob Kelly.</p>