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According to recent media coverage, Australia is facing an escalating risk of power shortages. Some commentators are blaming the transition to clean energy, saying we’re switching off coal-powered plants without a reliable alternative to fill the gap in generation. Last week, the Australian Energy Market Commission’s Reliability Panel and the Australian Energy Market Operator both released new reports predicting supply may not meet demand under the current market settings.

Craig Memery, Senior Advisor, Energy, PIAC’s Energy + Water Consumers’ Advocacy Program (EWCAP) joins 2SER Breakfast to discuss.