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Iron ore magnate Andrew Forrest is the latest green energy player to be caught up in a widening systemic failure after asbestos was found contained within new imported turbine components at one of his wind farms.

‘‘If the energy transition is an open-heart surgery, as is sometimes said, then this operation has been a complete failure. We have to conclude: The patient is in danger of dying on the operating table.’’

We now know the Albanese government’s renewables power plan was based on incorrect data and is in trouble. So let’s look at who was responsible for keeping it a secret.

The NSW government agency created to give “independent” advice on lowering emissions has been accused of being stacked with climate activists and members with deep links to businesses in the green energy space, ahead of a grilling in state estimates.

Political consensus is cracking, industry is hobbled and high-profile projects are being postponed thanks to some of the highest electricity prices in the developed world

The starting point to addressing high electricity prices is to understand what caused them to rise in the first place.

Energy Minister Chris Bowen is confronted by warnings from the market operator that it may have to force power cuts to prevent the electricity system’s collapse. He must urgently take stock of his ambitions and respond.

Most NSW residents are forking out a lot more for power than Anthony Albanese and Chris Bowen promised. See how much, and what you can do about it. Tell us: Will it change your vote?

Andrew Forrest’s $1bn Clarke Creek Wind Farm has confirmed asbestos in turbine brake pads, becoming the third Australian wind farm to discover the banned hazardous material.

The shortcomings of the renewables energy journey towards 2030 and 2050 are becoming intolerable for many, hurting businesses, households and the economy.

According to the Page Research Centre, nuclear power could deliver electricity at $121 per megawatt hour — nearly $20 cheaper than renewables. The centre also says household power bills could fall by up to 25% if Australia abandoned net zero and used domestic coal, while Chris Bowen’s current path is expected to increase bills by 30% to 69%.

Interview with Climate Depot executive director Marc Morano. Dean says Australia’s energy systems are a mess because of Labor’s net-zero obsession. Morano details his experience following his visit to the COP30. Morano points out climate summits have gone on for 33 years now. He notes the COP30 host city Belem, was unprepared as the city was riddled with poverty. He adds many dignitaries and world leaders attended on private jets and accommodation arranged on cruises.