What are the solutions for energy on the South Coast?
The people of Gilmore are already leading the way. One in three households has solar, and local businesses, tradies and electricians are driving the shift to cheaper, cleaner energy.
The real opportunity lies in supporting what’s already working—like solar, neighbourhood batteries, and community energy—not throwing billions at risky, long-term nuclear experiments. Nuclear power won’t deliver a single kilowatt until the 2040s. That does nothing to lower power bills now or create local jobs in the short term.
Kate supports practical, local energy solutions that keep costs down and jobs here, including:
- Backing distributed energy, batteries and electrification
- Creating certainty for households and small businesses to keep investing
- Avoiding costly distractions that delay progress and increase bills
The South Coast doesn’t need more backflips on climate and energy—we need consistency and common sense. This is one of the issues that matters most to our region, and Kate will stand up for local solutions that deliver now.