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IPA says new Victorian energy moves likely to lead to more blackouts

The Institute of Public Affairs has declared a Victorian government decision to force its “ideologically driven” State Energy Commission (SEC) policy into the state’s constitution will lead to higher energy costs and further risks to energy supply.

Colin Hay
IPA says new Victorian energy moves likely to lead to more blackouts

  "The move by the Victorian government to force its half-baked SEC into the constitution guarantees higher household energy bills, makes blackouts more likely, and undermines Australia's energy security,"...

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