Nuclear energy

Coalition MPs believe Peter Dutton's push for nuclear power is less about ideology and more about pragmatism and internal party dynamics.

The Tasmanian marginal seat MP says she will remain in the Liberal Party despite pressure from conservatives, saying: ‘If you want the party to change, change it’.

Prominent businessperson Simon Holmes a Court launched a scathing review of why nuclear power is not right for Australia as the federal coalition looks to adopt the technology.

Nuclear energy still has many doubters, including in Australia, but sentiment may be shifting as the world struggles to wean itself off fossil fuels.