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Labor has made a good start, but tricky energy and climate road ahead

As the government begins its second year in office, how it deals with the big three challenges of gas shortages, electricity prices and emission reduction targets may determine its prospects in 2025.

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Australians’ concerns about the emerging reality of climate change contributed to the Labor Party winning government a year ago this week.

As it begins its second year in office, the government can reflect positively on what has been achieved on climate and energy policy. A platform has been established. But a looming gas shortfall and delays to critical projects such as Snowy 2.0 and transmission systems could mean trouble ahead.

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Tony Wood is head of the energy program at the Grattan Institute.

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