Sydney, May 1, 2025 (AFP) - Nuclear power sparks Australian election battle

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2025-05-01

Rich in solar and wind power, and bulging in critical minerals for renewable energy technology, Australia touts itself as a leader in the race to net zero carbon emissions. But a political battle is being waged ahead of Saturday's elections over whether to change Australia's trajectory and add nuclear reactors to the mix for the first time. The row is reminiscent of the "climate wars" -- a years-long political face-off over the need to slash car......

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