Zero Carbon Australia: Stationary Energy

Description

The Zero Carbon Australia app allows you to access the entire Stationary Energy Plan, a ground breaking piece of research from Beyond Zero Emissions that shows how Australia can be powered by 100% renewable energy.

The iPad version of the plan contains the full set of references, most of which are linked to the source material. Tap on any reference to be taken to the web-based source.

The Zero Carbon Australia Stationary Energy Plan:
• Demonstrates that 100% renewable energy is achievable and affordable
• Designs a fully costed and detailed system of concentrated solar thermal plants and large scale wind farms
• Proves that with commercially available and proven technologies renewable energy can power Australia within 10 years

What is Zero Carbon Australia?

Zero Carbon Australia (ZCA) is an exciting initiative of Beyond Zero Emissions and the University of Melbourne's Energy Research Institute and is supported by Climate Emergency Network, (CEN), Climate Positive and generous Australians from all walks of life.

It is a project to develop a blueprint for the transition to a decarbonised Australian economy.

The Project draws on the enormous wealth of knowledge, experience and expertise in the community to develop a blueprint for transitioning Australia to a zero carbon future. Individuals with expertise, knowledge and experience in relevant areas can work within a structured process to contribute to the transition plan.

The guiding principles of ZCA 2020 include:

* Australia's energy is provided entirely from renewable sources at the end of the transition period.
* All technological solutions employed are from proven, reliable technology which is commercially available.
* The security and reliability of Australia's energy supply is maintained or enhanced by the transition.
* Food and water security are maintained or enhanced by the transition.
* Australians continue to enjoy a high standard of living.
* Social equity is maintained or enhanced by the transition.
* Other environmental indices are maintained or enhanced by the transition.