Net Zero, Fossil Fuels & Australia’s Energy with Chris Uhlmann | Episode 10

Australia’s energy future is one of the most pressing challenges of our time — and one of the most misunderstood.In this episode of Jaimee & Jaimie, we sit down with journalist and political commentator Chris Uhlmann to unpack the realities behind energy policy and the road to net zero.We cover:Net zero: what it is, where it came from, and if it’s achievableThe role of fossil fuels in everything we eat, wear, move, and buildAustralia’s push towards wind and solar, and whether nuclear is a real optionHow the green transition affects our economy and securityWhy gas is essential — and why it sets the price of electricityGlobal use of Carbon Capture — and why Australia's slow to adopt itChris’s view on what Australia’s future energy mix could look likeThis is a frank, fact-based conversation that cuts through the slogans and dives into the real costs, risks, and opportunities in our energy future.🎧 Tune in for an unfiltered look at energy, economics, and the choices Australia faces.Time stamps for ease:00:53 - What is NET ZERO, where did it come from?09:22 - FOSSIL FUELS in everything we do11:47 - Why WIND & SOLAR alone can't power Australia16:17 - Can we change the stigma on NUCLEAR?23:43 - Energy is ECONOMY and SECURITY27:22 - GAS is essential and sets price of electricity29:03 - Why isn't Australia using CARBON CAPTURE34:41 - What is Australia's future ENERGY MIX?