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Most want energy-efficient homes but are stuck on price

Most want energy-efficient homes but are stuck on price

Most Australian buyers, renters and builders want energy-efficient homes, a study has found, but high prices and a lack of knowledge are holding them back.

Solar farm in NSW central west to power 200,000 homes

Solar farm in NSW central west to power 200,000 homes

Solar farm in NSW central west to power 200,000 homes

Solar farm in NSW central west to power 200,000 homes

The federal government has ticked off on a plan to build a 840MW solar farm in the NSW central west, ultimately powering 200,000 homes in the state.

Electric vehicles threaten to overtake hydrogen promise

Electric vehicles threaten to overtake hydrogen promise

Electric vehicles threaten to overtake hydrogen promise

Electric vehicles threaten to overtake hydrogen promise

The popularity of hydrogen cars is dropping in Australia and overseas, leading many experts to question the role it will play in the future of transport.

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Southern Ocean wind zone cut to save whales, parrots

Southern Ocean wind zone cut to save whales, parrots

Australia's newest industry has taken a smaller-than-expected step forward with the latest offshore wind farm zone working around migratory whales and parrots.

'Power to the people': traditional owners' energy plea

'Power to the people': traditional owners' energy plea

Indigenous people are presenting their case for inclusion in clean energy projects, like traditional owners from the flood-ravaged community of Wujal Wujal.

First electric vehicle announced for Bathurst 500 race

First electric vehicle announced for Bathurst 500 race

A powerful electric Porsche has been tapped to take part in this year's Supercars season, including the Bathurst 500, as the safety vehicle.

Hyundai breaks ranks to support new car emissions rules

Hyundai breaks ranks to support new car emissions rules

A popular car brand has voiced support for new rules that would cut vehicle emissions, saying Australia only has a short time to catch up to other countries.

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Townsville tapped to turn farm waste into jet fuel

Townsville tapped to turn farm waste into jet fuel

Townsville tapped to turn farm waste into jet fuel

Townsville tapped to turn farm waste into jet fuel

Australia's first sustainable aviation facility could be established in north Queensland to turn sugarcane by-products into low-carbon fuel.

Australia will issue rules for 'risky' solar inverters

Australia will issue rules for 'risky' solar inverters

Australia will issue rules for 'risky' solar inverters

Australia will issue rules for 'risky' solar inverters

Australian government officials have confirmed they are developing guidelines for solar equipment after warnings about potential security vulnerabilities.

Truth behind viral photo of 'diesel-powered' EV charger

Truth behind viral photo of 'diesel-powered' EV charger

Truth behind viral photo of 'diesel-powered' EV charger

Truth behind viral photo of 'diesel-powered' EV charger

An outback electric vehicle charger that went viral has yet to use its diesel generator backup to recharge one car, the Senate has heard.

Queensland solar farm tapped to power technology giant

Queensland solar farm tapped to power technology giant

Queensland solar farm tapped to power technology giant

Queensland solar farm tapped to power technology giant

Amazon will launch operations at its first solar farm project in Queensland, with the 500-hectare site to generate enough power for 60,000 homes.

Solar battery faces compulsory recall after house fires

Solar battery faces compulsory recall after house fires

Solar battery faces compulsory recall after house fires

Solar battery faces compulsory recall after house fires

Australia's consumer watchdog is weighing up whether to issue a compulsory recall for an LG solar battery after 13 fires, including one that destroyed a house.

Farmer urges rural Aussies to consider electric cars

Farmer urges rural Aussies to consider electric cars

Farmer urges rural Aussies to consider electric cars

Farmer urges rural Aussies to consider electric cars

A farmer in Western Australia says more people in the outback should considering buying an electric vehicle to unlock fuel savings.

Hydrogen-electric plane to take to Aussie skies in 2024

Hydrogen-electric plane to take to Aussie skies in 2024

Hydrogen-electric plane to take to Aussie skies in 2024

Hydrogen-electric plane to take to Aussie skies in 2024

A Brisbane company has revealed plans to retrofit and fly a hydrogen-powered light aircraft, in a development that could reduce pollution from air travel.

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'Wake up call' for energy industry as confidence dips

Consumer confidence in the energy market has fallen due to rising prices and experts warn it could impact Australia's successful transition to renewables.

Households could halve electricity bills with upgrades

Australian households could save more than $2000 a year on energy bills by upgrading older homes, a report says, but some may need subsidies.

Community groups power the switch to renewable energy

Local energy projects are powering up in Australia, with a report showing they have generated enough electricity to power 2800 homes for a year.

WA hydrogen production hub funding as milestone reached

Front-end engineering and design has started at a hydrogen production development, as the federal government chips in $70 million to the BP Australia project.

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Toyota picks Australia to test hydrogen van prototype

A van powered by three hydrogen tanks will be tested in Australia after Toyota chose the nation as the best place to trial the technology.

Hydrogen-powered 'flying car' to be used in emergencies

An Australian company developing a hydrogen-fuelled aircraft capable of flying for up to 1000km has received a $5.4 million boost.

'Unprecedented' surge in community battery take-up

Australia's renewable energy agency has seen strong demand for its battery grants program, with interest 10 times what was expected.

Report pokes holes in fuel company plans for net zero

An analysis of net-zero plans released by petrol companies have questioned their green claims, including their reliance on 'dirty' hydrogen and carbon offsets.

Net zero policy to draw on national strengths: Chalmers

Critical minerals, battery manufacturing, renewable hydrogen and green metals have been flagged as net zero industry priorities by the federal treasurer.

Toyota, Hyundai team to drive faster hydrogen rollout

Major car brands and energy companies have partnered to develop hydrogen refuelling stations for the nation's capital in a bid to boost next-gen vehicles.

Interest-free loans to power up demand for clean energy

Interest-free loans on solar panels and batteries will be offered by one major bank in a bid to make renewable energy affordable to more households.

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