Dave Sweeney
Dave Sweeney is an Australian environmental activist and campaigner, known for his work with the Australian Conservation Foundation, where he advocates against nuclear energy and promotes sustainable energy solutions. Sweeney has been a vocal critic of nuclear power due to its environmental and safety concerns, arguing for a transition towards renewable energy sources. His activism often focuses on the implications of nuclear projects and the importance of environmental conservation in the context of climate change.
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Australian Conservation Foundation nuclear policy analyst Dave Sweeney said the Coalition would face similar backlash from anti-nuclear protesters.
Nuclear power to be central plank at next election
Australia· 2025-10-02
Dave Sweeney is part of Kate O’Connor's coaching and backup team.
Kate O’Connor dreaming bigger again after perfect season ends in Tokyo – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-09-21
Dave Sweeney, nuclear power analyst at the Australian Conservation Foundation, said switching the energy strategy now would cause economic dislocation and rupture.
Australia debates nuclear power issue
Taiwan· 2025-05-02
Dave Sweeney said switching the energy strategy now would cause economic dislocation and rupture.
Australia debates nuclear power ahead of federal election
New Zealand· 2025-05-01Sweeney, a veteran anti-nuclear campaigner, predicted an increase in bird-dogging tactics in the upcoming federal election.
MPs, ministers targeted by climate protesters’ ‘bird-dogging’ tacticAustralia· 2025-03-21
Australian Conservation Foundation nuclear-free campaigner Dave Sweeney said the US’s record on nuclear energy should be a lesson for Australia.
Donald Trump’s energy chief wants nation to export enriched uraniumAustralia· 2025-02-18
