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Both industry insiders and critics agree that the current strategies are flawed. The underlying issue is that Australia’s energy infrastructure is aging, and the country is moving away from coal, which has historically been the backbone of its power supply. Alternatives such as gas and nuclear energy remain contentious or unavailable, leaving solar and wind as the primary options. However, these renewable sources are unreliable and insufficient to meet energy demands, risking a “cul-de-sac” in Australia’s energy transition—an energy crisis that could harm industries, jobs, and everyday life.