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Preparing for lift-off: green fuel projects get a boost

Preparing for lift-off: green fuel projects get a boost

A pilot program will provide support to some of Australia's low-carbon fuel projects in a bid to turn potential into commercial reality.

Renewable projects set records but still face headwinds

Renewable projects set records but still face headwinds

Renewable projects set records but still face headwinds

Renewable projects set records but still face headwinds

Wind farms and solar panels are producing more of Australia's electricity than ever, but slow approvals and investment commitments could stall progress.

Bowen to back electrification at UN climate summit

Bowen to back electrification at UN climate summit

Bowen to back electrification at UN climate summit

Bowen to back electrification at UN climate summit

Australia and Turkey have revealed the global oil crisis will prompt a major focus on electrification at the United Nations climate talks in November.

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Remote community solar project to cut diesel and bills

Remote community solar project to cut diesel and bills

Cheaper electricity bills, local jobs and clean energy are set to flow from a landmark solar power project owned and operated by a remote Aboriginal community.

After the sun sets: hub to tackle coming e-waste crisis

After the sun sets: hub to tackle coming e-waste crisis

With millions of solar power systems installed across the country, a national research centre will probe what to do with the panels at the end of their lives.

Amazon Australia adds to green energy portfolio

Amazon Australia adds to green energy portfolio

Amazon has invested an estimated $2.8 billion in renewable energy projects in Australia from 2020 to 2025 and is adding to that with nine new deals.

Miner's green push to help skip fuel woes rocking firms

Miner's green push to help skip fuel woes rocking firms

As Fortescue Metals ramps up its heavy industry green grid, a report shows more than 80 per cent of businesses are straining under the global fuel crisis.

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Renewable energy project may help blow down power bills

Renewable energy project may help blow down power bills

Renewable energy project may help blow down power bills

Renewable energy project may help blow down power bills

The savings from a new type of energy project could slash electricity bills for households in Victoria, NSW and Queensland, and consume less farming land.

Aussie firm to roll out AI-in-a-box in regional areas

Aussie firm to roll out AI-in-a-box in regional areas

Aussie firm to roll out AI-in-a-box in regional areas

Aussie firm to roll out AI-in-a-box in regional areas

A network of portable data centres could be installed throughout Australia's regions as part of a plan to power artificial intelligence with renewable energy.

Australia risks being lapped in the race for green fuel

Australia risks being lapped in the race for green fuel

Australia risks being lapped in the race for green fuel

Australia risks being lapped in the race for green fuel

Neighbouring countries including Indonesia and Malaysia could beat Australia to lead the sustainable aviation fuel market despite its potential.

'Watch this space': Fortescue bullish on climate target

'Watch this space': Fortescue bullish on climate target

'Watch this space': Fortescue bullish on climate target

'Watch this space': Fortescue bullish on climate target

Battery-powered trains are part of Fortescue's plan to eliminate fossil fuels from its Pilbara iron ore operations as it aims to beat a decarbonisation target.

Pump it up: former PM calls for action on hydropower

Pump it up: former PM calls for action on hydropower

Pump it up: former PM calls for action on hydropower

Pump it up: former PM calls for action on hydropower

Hydropower projects should receive more support and faster approvals if Australia is to meet its renewable energy targets, a group has warned.

Stacking solar cells could deliver cheaper power

Stacking solar cells could deliver cheaper power

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.

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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.

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

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

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

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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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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