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To prosper in a low-carbon world, Australia must transform its resource export base into a reliable and efficient supplier of clean energy.

Only two Australians have made the list of the richest people on the planet - a pair of university mates who started a company because they didnt want to get real jobs. 

Mike Cannon-Brookes says Australia needs to embrace the opportunity it has to be a winner in a decarbonised world while being realistic about the challenges.

The tech billionaire said Australia “should be the winner of the decarbonised world, and we’re not going to be at the moment”. He said blaming renewables was like “blaming the firemen for the fire”.

Australia’s push for renewable energy sources this year comes in the wake of legislation to shut down coal factories in the country.

Mike Cannon-Brookes wants more recognition of the opportunities in going green. Here’s a handful from Monday’s Australian Financial Review Energy Summit.

The latest Andrew Forrest news, articles, profiles, features, interviews and galleries from The Sydney Morning Herald

Singapore, October 4 (ANI): In one of the most ambitious solar power projects recently, Australias Sun Cable is in the process of setting up a USD 22 billion, 4,200 km power link between Singapore and Australias Northern Territory to supply up to 15 per cent of the city-states energy needs.

Five years ago, South Australia was a laughing stock. Now its commitment to renewables is paying handsome dividends.

Five years ago, South Australia was a laughing stock. Now its commitment to renewables is paying handsome dividends.