We conduct public interest financial analysis on the most profound economic transformation since the industrial revolution: the transition from fossil fuels to clean energy.

Tim’s interview starts at 14:30 Tim Buckley, Director of Climate Energy Finance, compared challenges facing Tomago in NSW and Rio Tinto’s Bell Bay smelter in Tasmania, arguing governments cannot continue relying on repeated taxpayer-funded industry bailouts. He noted almost $10 billion in government support across Australian industrial facilities over two years. While recognising the strategic importance of aluminium and associated jobs, Buckley called for long-term solutions, highlighting competitive pressure from subsidised Chinese refining capacity and the need for greater renewable energy supply to reduce electricity costs. Read more

The energy crisis unleashed by the Mideast conflict has rippled worldwide, but some countries are better protected than others. Like China, Australia is in a fortunate position, thanks largely to years of renewables and battery build-out. Record solar and wind generation, booming home batteries and rooftop panels have mitigated the impact of the energy price and supply shocks seen elsewhere. The country’s one acute vulnerability — imported fuel, oil for the most part — is driving a tipping point in adoptions of electric vehicles (EVs). Read more

In this episode, Tim Buckley, Director of Climate Energy Finance, explores Australia’s opportunity to become a global leader in green iron and green steel. The discussion examines how decarbonising steel production could strengthen Australia’s economic competitiveness, create new export opportunities, and support the transition to a low-emissions future. The conversation also highlights the policy, investment and technology changes needed to position Australia at the forefront of the global green metals industry. Read more