Ending fossil fuel subsidies should be the first order for any government serious about fairness and climate action. These subsidies cost Australians $14.5 billion in 2023-24, more than the nation spends on the army or the air force. Not only do these subsidies reduce government’s ability to fund services, but they make polluting fuels cheaper and climate change worse!

In this episode of Policy School, Research Director Rod Campbell answers the questions: What are these subsidies? Why are they still there? What can be done about them?

About the Australia Institute’s Policy School

The Australia Institute’s Policy School is a free, fortnightly webinar series designed to equip policymakers, campaigners, NGOs, and public servants with the tools to advocate for change.

Learn from Australia Institute experts about the latest research on key public policy issues, persuasive messaging, and effective sustainable Australia.

You will learn about:
Key issues and the current policy landscape
What the evidence-based policy shows
Barriers to reform
The most persuasive arguments and key messages
How to communicate cut-through facts and data to help you change minds

Hosted by Alice Grundy, Anne Kantor Fellow Research Manager, The Australia Institute