Energy Insiders - a RenewEconomy Podcast Chris Bowen on coal, renewables, EVs and UN
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Oct 2, 2025 
Chris Bowen, Australia’s Federal Minister for Climate Change and Energy, dives into pressing energy issues. He discusses the accelerated closure of the Gladstone coal station and its impact on renewable investment in Queensland. Bowen explains the Capacity Investment Scheme's role in achieving 82% renewables by 2030 and outlines federal support for decarbonization projects. He also addresses the importance of electric vehicle incentives and international climate politics, highlighting Australia’s ambitions in global discussions.
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Transmission Progress Despite Delays
- Transmission projects face delays but progress continues with high landholder agreement on some builds.
- Bowen defends the ISP as world-class guidance for necessary projects.
Let Efficiency Standards Grow EV Choice
- Let new vehicle efficiency standards increase EV choice before judging impact on uptake.
- Bowen argues standards will prompt many new models to arrive in Australia.
Range Anxiety Is Behavioral, Not Only Technical
- Range anxiety persists but is shifting as people gain EV experience and public charging builds.
- Bowen and hosts share personal examples showing behavioural barriers remain.