Former RBA's Debelle on Green Energy

The transcript discusses the impact of inflation and fossil fuel prices on the clean energy transition, emphasizing the medium to long-term benefits of green energy. It explores investment and financing challenges, the effects of the energy crisis on decarbonisation, and the potential for future renewable energy projects. The macro environment and policy impacts, particularly in Australia, are also examined. The transcript highlights the importance of reducing hydrogen supply costs and concludes with a personal reflection on transitioning from the RBA to the clean energy sector.

What is the primary reason for the acceleration of the clean energy transition according to the speaker?

• Public awareness

• Technological advancements

• Rising fossil fuel prices

• Government policies

How has market volatility affected the investment in clean energy projects?

• It has significantly reduced investment

• It has made investment more cautious

• It has had no impact

• It has increased investment

What is the current trend in the cost of green energy compared to fossil fuels?

• Green energy costs are increasing

• Fossil fuel costs are decreasing

• Both are increasing

• Green energy costs are decreasing

What is the speaker's view on the supply of capital for green investments?

• It is decreasing

• It is stable

• It is increasing

• It is volatile

What is a major factor that could hinder Australia's progress in renewable energy?

• High labor costs

• Insufficient policy support

• Lack of natural resources

• Limited technological expertise

What is the expected outcome of producing hydrogen on a large scale?

• Increased costs

• Decreased costs

• Increased environmental impact

• No change in costs

What is the speaker's perspective on the future of the planet?

• It is already secure

• It is critically important

• It is uncertain

• It is not a priority