Nuke the Ban!
Right now, in Victoria, outdated laws effectively block nuclear energy from even being considered as part of our power mix.
While energy demand grows and emissions remain a concern, one of the world’s most reliable low-carbon energy sources is banned outright. It’s time to revisit these restrictions and allow a fair discussion about nuclear power in Victoria’s energy future.
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Victoria is seeing major coal power stations shut down as the current government moves to phase out coal, putting increasing pressure on the state’s long-term energy supply. As demand for electricity grows, the need for reliable, low-emission power has never been more important.
Yet despite this, nuclear energy remains banned under existing Victorian and federal laws. These outdated restrictions mean nuclear power cannot even be considered as part of Victoria’s future energy mix, regardless of advances in modern reactor technology or its success in other countries.
By ruling it out entirely, Victoria limits its options at a time when energy security and affordability are critical. It’s time to revisit these bans and allow nuclear energy to at least be fairly evaluated alongside renewables, storage, and other technologies when planning the state’s long-term energy future.
What the Media is Saying
Why Nuclear?
Nuclear energy is one of the most reliable and powerful sources of clean electricity available. It produces large amounts of energy with near-zero emissions, helping reduce carbon pollution while providing stable power for homes, businesses, and industry.
Countries around the world are turning to nuclear power to secure their energy future. Nations such as France, Canada, and South Korea rely heavily on nuclear energy to deliver affordable and dependable electricity to millions of people.
This demonstrates that nuclear power can safely support modern economies while maintaining energy security.
At its core, nuclear energy provides consistent power regardless of weather conditions. Unlike intermittent energy sources, nuclear plants operate 24 hours a day and produce vast amounts of electricity from a small amount of fuel. For countries like Australia, nuclear power offers a pathway to reliable, low-emissions energy while strengthening long-term energy independence.
The
Solution
When it comes to energy security, Victoria’s current energy policy is leaving households and businesses exposed to rising prices and an increasingly fragile grid. Ideological restrictions and excessive regulation have prevented Victoria from even considering one of the most reliable forms of low-emissions energy available.
The Libertarian Party Victoria believes it’s time to fix this — not with more subsidies or government micromanagement, but by removing barriers and allowing innovation and investment to flourish.
We’re calling for practical reforms that restore energy freedom, encourage private investment, and allow nuclear power to compete fairly in Victoria’s energy future.
Victoria should advocate for the removal of federal bans that prevent nuclear power generation in Australia. Victorians deserve the right to consider nuclear energy as part of a reliable and affordable electricity system.
If nuclear power makes economic sense, investors and energy providers should be free to pursue it.
1. Remove the Nuclear Ban
2. Let the Market Build It
Government should not be picking winners and losers in the energy market. Victoria’s energy system should allow nuclear, renewables, gas, and emerging technologies to compete fairly without political interference.
Affordable and reliable power will come from competition and innovation — not central planning.
3. Streamline Regulation
Create a clear, efficient regulatory framework for nuclear energy focused on safety without unnecessary bureaucracy. Modern nuclear technology is safer and more efficient than ever before, but outdated regulatory barriers prevent innovation and investment.
A transparent, predictable approval system will allow responsible development while maintaining world-class safety standards.
This isn’t about ideology — it’s about keeping the lights on.
Victorians deserve reliable electricity, affordable power bills, and an energy system built for the future.
But to make that happen, we must remove the barriers that prevent nuclear energy from even being considered.