Have your say on reducing fossil fuel use

Tasmanians are invited to have their say on reducing fossil fuel use with the release of a new Draft Tasmanian Future Clean Fuels Strategy.

The draft strategy aims to back our businesses with cleaner, greener fuel options to help them cut emissions and still stay competitive.

Minister for Energy and Renewables, Nick Duigan, said the release of the draft strategy was a key step in driving Tasmania’s renewable future through to 2030 and beyond to help meet and maintain our legislated emissions target.

“The draft Strategy sets a vision to capitalise on our renewable energy sector to accelerate the production and use of clean fuels like renewable hydrogen, green methanol and advanced biofuels,” Minister Duigan said.

“These fuels will support the decarbonisation of hard-to-abate sectors such as heavy transport, maritime, agriculture and industrial manufacturing.

“Tasmania is already a leader in renewables, and clean fuels like green hydrogen, green methanol and biomethane will play an important role in our energy future.”

A strong clean fuels industry will help local businesses tap into new markets, attract investment and create long-term economic benefits, which is what this draft Strategy, and our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future, is all about.

To ensure the final Strategy is fit for purpose, public consultation is open for two months to allow everyone to have their say.

“We want to hear from businesses and the community on how we can shape this Strategy to maximise the opportunities for Tasmanians—whether that’s securing local jobs, reducing emissions or strengthening fuel security,” Minister Duigan said.

“By working together, we can ensure Tasmania remains at the forefront of the global energy transition while keeping costs down and making the most of our state’s renewable energy advantage.”

Public consultation is open until July 4, 2025.

To read the Draft Tasmanian Future Clean Fuels Strategy and to have your say, visit here.