The Victorian opposition has pledged to repeal the Labor government's ban on new gas appliances within 100 days of winning the upcoming election. The ban, which mandates all-electric homes and commercial buildings from January 1, 2027, has been criticized for adding up to $15,000 to the cost of new home builds and increasing household energy bills by up to $300 annually. Opposition leader Jess Wilson stated that Victorians should have the choice to use gas or electricity for cooking, heating, and business operations, arguing that the current policy is adding unnecessary financial burdens. The government's modeling indicates that the ban could increase distribution charges for households with gas appliances by $142 to $267 per year, while large commercial operations might face up to $111,000 in additional annual costs. The Victorian Energy Minister, Jaclyn Symes, defended the policy, stating it aims to lower household power bills by reducing gas demand and reserving supply for industry, which has already prevented gas shortfalls forecast by AEMO. The opposition also highlighted that the government offers subsidies for electric alternatives, such as $140 discounts on induction cooktops and $1,610 subsidies for energy-efficient air conditioners, which save up to $400 annually. However, industry representatives like Simonds-Group CEO Rhett Simonds argue that the all-electric mandate is pushing up home construction costs and should be removed to support home ownership. The debate reflects broader tensions between environmental policy and economic considerations in Victoria's housing and energy sectors.

Future Homes Standard et RE2020 : fin du gaz, pompes à chaleur obligatoires. Analyse des coûts, aides et défis pour le logement neuf.

The Australia Institute has taken out a full-page advertisement in today’s Adelaide Advertiser to remind South Australians that Premier Peter Malinauskas’ decision to overturn the state’s ban on gas fracking is not only irresponsible, but also unnecessary. Co-CEO of The Australia Institute, Dr Richard Denniss, said everyone from former Federal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton to current One Nation The post SA fracking ban backflip “senseless and unnecessary” appeared first on The Australia Institute.

The Australia Institute has taken out a full-page advertisement in today’s Adelaide Advertiser to remind South Australians that Premier Peter Malinauskas’ decision to overturn the state’s ban on gas fracking is not only irresponsible, but also unnecessary. Co-CEO of The Australia Institute, Dr Richard Denniss, said everyone from former Federal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton to current One Nation The post SA fracking ban backflip “senseless and unnecessary” appeared first on The Australia Institute.

Critics say stringent, pro-electrification building codes and restrictions on natural gas will impede housing developers. A Boston suburb is proving them…

All 27 member states of the European Union have officially approved a new regulation that provides for a phased cessation of imports of Russian pipeline gas and liquefied natural gas (LNG) to the bloc. The document also introduces additional mechanisms to control, monitor and accelerate the diversification of energy supplies. This decision is a key […] Post The end of gas dependence: EU officially bans gas imports from Russia at Root-Nation.com.

Rusland dreigt na Polen en Bulgarije ook andere landen uit te sluiten van gas.

The Australia Institute has taken out a full-page advertisement in today’s Adelaide Advertiser to remind South Australians that Premier Peter Malinauskas’ decision to overturn the state’s ban on gas fracking is not only irresponsible, but also unnecessary. Co-CEO of The Australia Institute, Dr Richard Denniss, said everyone from former Federal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton to current One Nation The post SA fracking ban backflip “senseless and unnecessary” appeared first on The Australia Institute.