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The speaker expresses frustration with Treasurer Jim Chalmers, also known as Bowen, who appears overly confident or smug about the government's renewable transition plans. Despite the soaring power prices, Bowen seems to dismiss the immediate hardships faced by everyday Australians, even as these sky-high costs continue to cause widespread distress.
“He's doubling down on renewables,” the speaker notes, implying that the government remains steadfast in its commitment to transitioning to renewable energy sources, perhaps at the expense of addressing current economic pain points. The frustration hints at a disconnect between the government's long-term renewable ambitions and the immediate needs of Australians struggling with high electricity bills.