Australia’s renters may miss out on green energy savings enjoyed by ‘well-off’ homeowners, expert says

Treasury analysis shows savings of up to $4,300 a year per household but the challenge is to ensure everyone can benefit Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralian households could save as much as $4,300 a year by switching to solar panels, installing batteries and driving an electric car, according to Treasury modelling, though renters may miss some of those benefits.The new analysis was included as part of the Climate Change Authority’s recommendation that the government pursue a 2035 emissions reduction target of 62-70%. Continue reading...

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