Richard Denniss
AustraliapoliticianMale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Richard Denniss is the executive director of the Australia Institute, a progressive think tank based in Canberra. He is known for his insights on economic policy, energy issues, and environmental sustainability. Denniss has been a prominent advocate for leveraging Australia's abundant natural resources, particularly gas, to benefit domestic businesses and households. He recently commented on Peter Dutton's gas reservation plan, describing it as a significant shift that could help ensure Australian gas is prioritized for local consumption over exports.
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The Australia Institute co-chief executive Richard Denniss, who was opposed to the carbon credits, had described it as 'the Greens’ first major climate test in the Senate under leader Larissa Waters'.
Australian Greens kiss and make up after three senators crossed the floor on key voteAustralia· 2026-09-11
Dr Richard Denniss is the co-chief executive of the Australia Institute who commented on coal and gas expansion.
Greens defy Bob Brown, strike deal with governmentAustralia· 2026-09-10
Dr Richard Denniss is the director of the Australia Institute and a leading sceptic in the economics profession.
When they say ‘modelling’ grab your bulldust detectorAustralia· 2025-07-28
Richard Denniss, executive director of The Australia Institute, cheered the gas-reserve plan as a 'turning point'.
Peter Dutton’s plan to cut gas bills rubbished by expertsAustralia· 2025-04-09
