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Researchers taking the wind out of cyclone devastation

Researchers taking the wind out of cyclone devastation

Australian researchers believe aerosols maybe the key to disrupting the formation of and ultimately taming killer tropical cyclones before they come ashore.

In the dark: Australia ill-prepared for climate punch

In the dark: Australia ill-prepared for climate punch

In the dark: Australia ill-prepared for climate punch

In the dark: Australia ill-prepared for climate punch

Australia is overdue for a full audit of climate change-fuelled risks as the latest science suggests warming is accelerating.

Woodside given more time to consider gas plant rules

Woodside given more time to consider gas plant rules

Woodside given more time to consider gas plant rules

Woodside given more time to consider gas plant rules

The wait continues for a final decision on the future of a major gas plant as campaigners call for greater transparency about the controversial project.

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Sun sets on another state's solar home battery rebate

Sun sets on another state's solar home battery rebate

Not everyone is happy as another state scraps its solar energy sweetener for homes as a federal government battery subsidy kicks in.

Australia dives into the big blue as key climate ally

Australia dives into the big blue as key climate ally

The potential of blue carbon - using the power of the seas - will feature prominently in Australia's official climate plans following a landmark agreement.

Push to turn promises into protection at UN ocean meet

Push to turn promises into protection at UN ocean meet

The United Nations Ocean Conference is opening in France as pressure mounts to turn promises into action on protecting the ocean.

'Lifeline' for coral at risk of rising sea temperatures

'Lifeline' for coral at risk of rising sea temperatures

Australian researchers have discovered coral bred from reefs in warmer oceans are more able to survive in extreme heat stress.

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Hard truths: pioneering coral researcher shines

Hard truths: pioneering coral researcher shines

Hard truths: pioneering coral researcher shines

Hard truths: pioneering coral researcher shines

Ove Hoegh-Guldberg never wanted to be proven right about the fate of coral reefs under a warming climate and is now being honoured for his discoveries.

Go bold: calls for Australia to lead on ocean health

Go bold: calls for Australia to lead on ocean health

Go bold: calls for Australia to lead on ocean health

Go bold: calls for Australia to lead on ocean health

Acting on the threats of deep-sea mining and climate change are among the asks of environmental groups heading into a global event.

Reeled in: activists battle industrial fishing off Aust

Reeled in: activists battle industrial fishing off Aust

Reeled in: activists battle industrial fishing off Aust

Reeled in: activists battle industrial fishing off Aust

Activists have intercepted an industrial longline fishing operation off Australia's coast just before an international conference on ocean protection.

Australia, Pacific rocked by ocean heatwaves in 2024

Australia, Pacific rocked by ocean heatwaves in 2024

Australia, Pacific rocked by ocean heatwaves in 2024

Australia, Pacific rocked by ocean heatwaves in 2024

Nearly 40 million square kilometres of ocean experienced marine heatwaves in the western Pacific region in 2024, a UN climate and weather agency says.

Australia urged to spearhead regional carbon tariffs

Australia urged to spearhead regional carbon tariffs

Australia urged to spearhead regional carbon tariffs

Australia urged to spearhead regional carbon tariffs

Billed as the tariff the world actually needs, the case has been made for a regional carbon border adjustment to help cut emissions from heavy industries.

State branded climate change capital as emissions swell

State branded climate change capital as emissions swell

State branded climate change capital as emissions swell

State branded climate change capital as emissions swell

Greenhouse gas emissions have returned to near record levels in one state, where a decision to extend a gas plant's life has sparked nationwide protest.

Maps reveal 'obstacle course' for migrating whales

Maps reveal 'obstacle course' for migrating whales

Maps reveal 'obstacle course' for migrating whales

Maps reveal 'obstacle course' for migrating whales

More information on whale migrations could help pave clearer and safer pathways through intensifying human activity.

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Insurance cost warning after disasters hit bottom line

The cost of natural disasters has set the federal budget back $2.2 billion, but experts warn cyclones and floods will push up insurance premiums.

Lake flood spectacle a magnet for wildlife, tourists

Floodwaters filling the nation's biggest lake are creating a rare event that is expected to bring an explosion of life and vegetation to the usually dry area.

Slushy start: warmer winter a downer for ski slopes

Winter is here but warmer-than-average conditions pose a slushy start to alpine activities in Australia.

'Salty soup': climate threat to vital lagoon ecosystems

Drought, sea level rise and more water evaporation from higher temperatures are ratcheting up lagoon salt contents to potentially harmful levels.

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High sea hopes for treaty to preserve vast underwater

The pressure is on to secure international support to curb destructive industrial fishing including along a vast underwater tract off Australia's Pacific coast.

ESG inventor says Trump its 'best possible advert'

Despite recent resistance, the man who came up with the term "ESG" says it has largely done its job to shift attitudes among asset owners to better manage risk.

Clean energy, environment unity ticket on nature laws

An alliance of conservation and renewable energy groups want environment protection reform back on track and the "nature versus climate" narrative put to bed.

Flooding, road closures and rising rivers wreak havoc

The torrent of rain that hit Sydney continues to cause chaos on the city's road and train network as some residents are being warned to be ready to evacuate.

Japanese firms reportedly cash in on-selling Aussie gas

More Australian liquefied natural gas appears to be bypassing Japanese ownership before landing in a third destination than exports from any other country.

Australia records big bump in pregnancy heat-risk days

Extreme heat is linked to a host of maternal health problems and Australia is already experiencing more days hot enough to pose pregnancy risks.

Land squeeze threatens climate-exposed islanders

Climate change-fuelled sea level rise and extreme weather events are encroaching on island communities and forcing repeat displacement.

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