Alan Finkel says his modelling was 'conservative' on wind, solar
Mark LudlowQueensland bureau chief
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Chief Scientist Alan Finkel said his panel had been conservative in its modelling for the landmark energy review which recommended a Clean Energy Target, saying the reality was investors favoured wind and solar because they were cheaper than coal and gas.
Amid ongoing criticism by some conservative MPs about the Finkel Review and coal being squeezed out of the National Electricity Market, Dr Finkel said the panel's review was "not about coal, it was about outcomes".
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Mark Ludlow writes on politics, energy and infrastructure based in Brisbane. Connect with Mark on Twitter. Email Mark at mludlow@afr.com
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