Enhancing Australia's Economic Prosperity
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Energy

The Australian Government is committed to the provision of adequate, reliable and affordable energy to meet future energy consumption needs and to underpin strong economic growth, consistent with the principles of environmental responsibility and sustainable development.
12.1: Overview

The growing interrelationships between the energy sector and other sectors of the Australian economy are reflected in interlocking government policies.

This chapter examines three cross-cutting policy areas that are particularly important for future energy policy and the nation’s continued economic and social development:

  • sustainability and energy
  • skills and workforce development
  • opportunities for Australia’s Indigenous communities.
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