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He criticizes the push for net zero, accusing it of causing economic harm by deindustrializing Australia. Joyce claims that the government’s efforts—such as closing oil refineries and restricting energy production—are leading to skyrocketing power prices, unemployment, and hardship for pensioners and small businesses. He argues that these policies are driven more by virtue signaling than actual climate science, asserting that Australia's climate impact is negligible compared to global efforts. Instead, he advocates for prioritizing national strength, manufacturing, and energy independence.