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LNP energy policy criticised as based on false premise

Original: {The LNP’s new energy policy} “is a plan that is based on the fallacy that the big jump in power bills in recent years i

The Liberal National Party's new energy policy is being criticised for resting on the claim that recent sharp rises in household power bills are caused by renewable energy and Australia's legislated net zero emissions target. Commenters point to evidence and most expert analysis indicating otherwise, arguing both are being disregarded by the party as it makes the case for its plan.

Why now: The LNP has just released a new energy policy that is drawing criticism over its claims about renewables and power prices.

LNPAdam MortonAustralia

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• {The LNP’s new energy policy} “is a plan that is based on the fallacy that the big jump in power bills in recent years is due to renewable energy and a legislated net zero emissions target. Evidence and most experts clearly say otherwise. But both are disregarded.” Adam Morton,… · lcallinan@mastodon.au · 3

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