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Transforming Australia's Energy Sector: Lessons from the Australian Car Industry

The transition to low-carbon energy technologies and the shutdown of coal plants in Australia is critical in addressing the urgent issue of climate change. However, these changes do not come without their challenges.

The coal industry has long been deeply ingrained in many communities and economies, making it difficult to close down these plants. These plants have been a vital part of these communities for decades, and their closure is a complex process that can have negative social and economic impacts.

To mitigate these effects and ensure the continued prosperity of communities and regions, we can look to the Australian car-making industry, which has recently undergone large-scale closures. Through our research, we have identified four lessons that can help in planning the end of the coal-fired power sector.

Through our research, we interviewed various groups involved in Holden's closure process, including the car industry and its supply chain, government agencies at all levels, community organizations, and academia. From this, we have identified four key lessons:

The closure of coal-fired power stations is likely to be messy and will have its challenges, but by learning from the experiences of the car industry, we can minimize the negative effects and ensure a smoother transition for regions, communities, and workers.

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