Dutton’s Nuclear Energy Plan Faces Criticism Over Costs and Impact on Solar Households

Peter Dutton claims his nuclear policy will reduce energy costs, but experts warn it could lead to higher bills for millions of Australians with rooftop solar.

• Peter Dutton asserts his $331 billion nuclear energy plan will lower electricity costs by 44%, despite modelling not confirming reductions in retail power prices.
• The Coalition's modelling assumes a cap on renewable energy, with nuclear projected to supply a significant portion of the grid by 2050.
• Analysis from the Smart Energy Council suggests rooftop solar households could face power bill increases exceeding $1000 annually due to restrictions on feeding solar energy into the grid.
• Labor criticizes the lack of transparency in Dutton's proposed spending cuts, which would not be disclosed until after the election, raising concerns about potential impacts on public services.
• Dutton plans to reduce the federal public service workforce and cut ‘wasteful spending’ to address inflation, but specifics remain vague, drawing criticism from government officials.

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