077 | 100 Chris Bowen: Minister for Climate Change and Energy

Aug 17, 2023

Chris Bowen, Minister for Climate Change and Energy, discusses the decline in climate action in Australian politics, challenges faced by the Snowy 2.0 project, and the need to accelerate the transition to electric vehicles. He also emphasizes the importance of developing sectoral decarbonisation plans.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Early Political Motivations and Beliefs

02:12 • 2min

A Journey from Treasurer to Shadow Climate Minister

04:19 • 3min

The Decline in Climate Action and the Impact of Conservative Politics

07:04 • 27min

Snowy 2.0: Challenges and Importance

33:45 • 6min

Accelerating the Transition to Electric Vehicles in Australia

40:13 • 3min

Comprehensive Approach to Emission Reduction Plans

43:11 • 6min