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Stacking solar cells could deliver cheaper power

Stacking solar cells could deliver cheaper power

A material touted as a candidate for next-generation solar technology is showing more promise, with Australian scientists behind its success.

National recycling pilot to stop solar energy eclipse

National recycling pilot to stop solar energy eclipse

National recycling pilot to stop solar energy eclipse

National recycling pilot to stop solar energy eclipse

A national trial will recycle solar panels at the end of their working lives to extract valuable metals and boost Australia’s circular economy.

The workers helping power Australia's energy transition

The workers helping power Australia's energy transition

The workers helping power Australia's energy transition

The workers helping power Australia's energy transition

Thousands of workers are riding the ups and downs of building the solar, wind and transmission needed for the next-generation energy system.

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Energy costs force most renters to swelter over summer

Energy costs force most renters to swelter over summer

Most Australians who rent their home say they avoid using cooling and heating appliances due to high costs.

Airlines should face biofuel mandate to level field

Airlines should face biofuel mandate to level field

Low-carbon fuel orders could be placed on firms to secure the future of Australian biofuels and ensure they can reach their multibillion-dollar potential.

Aussie start-up has a 'solid' plan to revive hydrogen

Aussie start-up has a 'solid' plan to revive hydrogen

An Australian company plans to turn hydrogen into a solid material that is cheaper to produce and could rescue green industries.

Germany supports Brazil's forest plan at climate talks

Germany supports Brazil's forest plan at climate talks

World leaders gathered on the edge of the imperilled Amazon rainforest for a second day of talks at the world's most important meeting on climate change.

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Fears 'free' electricity could come with hidden costs

Fears 'free' electricity could come with hidden costs

Fears 'free' electricity could come with hidden costs

Fears 'free' electricity could come with hidden costs

Some households will get free access to electricity for three hours a day but questions have been raised about unintended consequences from the plan.

Don't forget gas: industry calls for renewable support

Don't forget gas: industry calls for renewable support

Don't forget gas: industry calls for renewable support

Don't forget gas: industry calls for renewable support

More than 50 companies are calling on the Australian government to extend support for renewable gas projects.

Waste is the new oil: why Aussie export may be rubbish

Waste is the new oil: why Aussie export may be rubbish

Waste is the new oil: why Aussie export may be rubbish

Waste is the new oil: why Aussie export may be rubbish

Cutting emissions from long-haul flights, shipping and trucking remains a challenge but one solution could put Australia in an enviable position.

Revealed: How Australians will cut energy bills by 2050

Revealed: How Australians will cut energy bills by 2050

Revealed: How Australians will cut energy bills by 2050

Revealed: How Australians will cut energy bills by 2050

Power bills could be slashed by 2050 if Australians make more environmentally conscious moves, leaving room for the government to make stronger carbon policies.

Next-generation solar technology inches closer to roofs

Next-generation solar technology inches closer to roofs

Next-generation solar technology inches closer to roofs

Next-generation solar technology inches closer to roofs

More efficient solar cells are getting closer to commercial launch thanks to a breakthrough involving a new design and more durable chemicals.

Coal down, solar up: Australia halfway to 2030 target

Coal down, solar up: Australia halfway to 2030 target

Coal down, solar up: Australia halfway to 2030 target

Coal down, solar up: Australia halfway to 2030 target

Growing rooftop solar installations and more large-scale energy projects are pushing Australia closer to its renewable goals, the market operator says.

Offshore wind fees slashed to counter global headwinds

Offshore wind fees slashed to counter global headwinds

Offshore wind fees slashed to counter global headwinds

Offshore wind fees slashed to counter global headwinds

Fees to research and build offshore wind farms in Australia will be cut for two years after global uncertainty and the collapse of several local projects.

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Faster approvals considered in nature law overhaul

A shake up of Australia's environment laws is being considered, which will determine where developments can be built and where they should be blocked.

Step off the gas, Aussie green iron producers warned

Australia could squander the opportunity to export green iron to the world if it does not pursue renewable hydrogen for its production, analysts say.

Winds of change: reforms coming for renewable energy

Offshore wind technology could give Australia’s renewable energy a significant boost but projects are facing headwinds, both locally and abroad.

Ditch the diesel: the five sectors urged to go green

Major reforms may be needed to wean some Australian industries off diesel and reduce its significant contribution to the nation's carbon emissions.

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Green hydrogen hype fades but future hopes are bright

Two major Australian green hydrogen projects have been abandoned within weeks but experts say it will give investors time to rethink the future of the fuel.

Carbon price or climate failure: expert economist warns

Australia won't meet its renewable energy commitments without significant reforms but there's still time to redeem the situation, an expert warns.

Renewable energy delays make Australia less attractive

Investing in Australian renewable energy is only 'somewhat attractive' according to a study that identifies transmission and planning delays among concerns.

Multi-billion dollar green hydrogen project evaporates

The largest green hydrogen project planned in Australia will not go ahead after funding within an international consortium collapsed.

Sunny outlook: big solar farms given tick by neighbours

Living near a large-scale solar project is not a problem for most residents, with a study finding 82 per cent of neighbours would allow more to be built nearby.

Australia holds cards as global lithium shortage looms

With international demand for lithium expected to grow tenfold in just the next few years, Australia is well placed to cash in as the world's biggest producer.

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.

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