Minerals Council of Australia

🎅 Happy Holidays from the Minerals Council of Australia!

The importance of nuclear power continues to be highlighted as the Parliamentary Inquiry heads across Australia to hear from stakeholders and communities. Minerals Council CEO Tania Constable spoke to the Inquiry about the need to consider nuclear power as part of a balanced energy mix, so that Australia can achieve our clean energy goals and Australian families and businesses can enjoy cheap, clean, reliable electricity for the future.

Nuclear energy’s inclusion in Australia’s energy mix is a logical next step for a nation that already has a world-class nuclear industry. Uranium is the essential fuel that powers nuclear energy, and Australia’s abundant reserves position it as a critical player in the global transition to clean energy.

Nuclear energy is the safest, cleanest and most efficient form of energy. So many other advanced countries across the world are taking advantage of this, so why aren’t we?

Nuclear provides a crucial pathway for Australia’s industries to reduce emissions cost-effectively while maintaining access to reliable baseload power.

The Minerals Council of Australia welcomes the release of independent modelling of the Coalition’s long-term energy plan, which includes a role for nuclear energy and demonstrates significant cost savings and emissions reductions. Read more here 👇

Adding nuclear power to our energy mix will mean more reliable and cheaper power for Australian families.

Nuclear energy is used around the world to provide affordable zero emissions power 24/7 at industrial scale. Over the longer term, nuclear energy can play a key role – along with other zero emissions energy sources in helping Australia meet its commitments under the Paris Agreement.

There’s more to mining in Australia than just 'dig and ship'. It’s about fuelling innovation, driving sustainability, and empowering communities with the resources essential for a brighter, tech-driven future. From iron ore to rare earths, every mining step supports the essential technologies that shape modern living and drive progress worldwide.

🎉 A huge congratulations to those who were selected to participate in the MiEX program. Australia’s mining industry places a priority on our people, investing in skills and knowledge and providing opportunities for advancement and experience. A big thank you to the program partners AusIMM, BHP, Rio Tinto, Peabody Energy and Cahoot Learning who are facilitating this unique industry experience. Thank you to everyone who applied for our MiEX program, the response was overwhelming! Keep an eye out for future programs like this.