Peter Dutton has today proposed seven locations, to build zero-emissions nuclear power plants, located at a power station that has closed or is scheduled to close.
The seven locations that were named in the proposed by Dutton include.
- Liddell Power Station, New South Wales
- Mount Piper Power Station, New South Wales
- Loy Yang Power Stations, Victoria
- Tarong Power Station, Queensland
- Callide Power Station, Queensland
- Northern Power Station, South Australia (SMR only)
- Muja Power Station, Western Australia (SMR only)
Each of these locations offer important technical attributes needed for a zero-emissions nuclear plant, including cooling water capacity and transmission infrastructure, along with a local community which has a skilled workforce.
A key advantage of modern zero-emissions nuclear plants is they can be plugged into existing grids.
Dutton said the proposal would produce:
- A multi-billion dollar facility guaranteeing high-paying jobs for generations to come;
- An integrated economic development zone to attract manufacturing, value-add and high-tech industry; and
- A regional deal unlocking investment in modern infrastructure, services and community priorities.
Dutton also proposed the formation if Community Partnership’s in each host community, consisting of experienced local representatives.
These partnerships would be the focal point for community engagement and to play an important role in planning the future of the region.
This community engagement process would occur alongside a comprehensive site study including detailed technical and economic assessments.