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Trial could boost Australia's bid to be battery leader

Trial could boost Australia's bid to be battery leader

A multimillion-dollar pilot program will test whether Australia can produce more materials for electric vehicle batteries with less impact on the environment.

Remote community solar project to cut diesel and bills

Remote community solar project to cut diesel and bills

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.

Budget tightrope to cut oil dependence, ease inflation

Budget tightrope to cut oil dependence, ease inflation

Budget tightrope to cut oil dependence, ease inflation

Budget tightrope to cut oil dependence, ease inflation

The upcoming budget presents an opportunity to reduce reliance on vulnerable global fuel supply chains but comes at a time of multiple priorities to juggle.

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Discount loans to rev up Aussie electric vehicle market

Discount loans to rev up Aussie electric vehicle market

A $100 million scheme designed to cut the cost of buying an electric vehicle will launch during a period of record demand.

Electric car race speeds up as fuel crisis drags on

Electric car race speeds up as fuel crisis drags on

The global fuel crisis could be a turning point for electric vehicle sales in Australia, with one subscription service reporting record adoption.

Earth hour turns 20 at pivotal moment in climate action

Earth hour turns 20 at pivotal moment in climate action

From the Sydney Opera House to the world, the 20th anniversary of Earth Hour comes at a critical time in the global response to climate change.

Battery recycling could power a $6.9b industry by 2050

Battery recycling could power a $6.9b industry by 2050

The number of depleted batteries is expected to rise dramatically but the trend represents an opportunity for Australian industry and jobs.

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Energy rating report card urged for all Aussie homes

Energy rating report card urged for all Aussie homes

Energy rating report card urged for all Aussie homes

Energy rating report card urged for all Aussie homes

More than seven million homes will be eligible to receive a mark out of 10 for their energy efficiency but experts say the assessments should become mandatory.

Homecoming Queen: Mary to begin state visit at Uluru

Homecoming Queen: Mary to begin state visit at Uluru

Homecoming Queen: Mary to begin state visit at Uluru

Homecoming Queen: Mary to begin state visit at Uluru

Denmark’s Tasmanian-born Queen Mary and King Frederik will begin their state visit to Australia in the "Red Centre".

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.

Energy costs force most renters to swelter over summer

Energy costs force most renters to swelter over summer

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.

Australia needs a 'wind farm every month' to meet goals

Australia needs a 'wind farm every month' to meet goals

Australia needs a 'wind farm every month' to meet goals

Australia needs a 'wind farm every month' to meet goals

Australia needs to build the equivalent of one large wind farm every month to meet its 2030 climate target, an expert warns.

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.

Why 2026 could be the year cars drive down power prices

Why 2026 could be the year cars drive down power prices

Why 2026 could be the year cars drive down power prices

Why 2026 could be the year cars drive down power prices

With three energy companies committed to trials and more automakers willing to back them, using your electric car as a battery should be possible soon.

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Wanted: 100 electric car drivers for energy-saving test

Would you plug your car into the national grid for money off your electricity bill? A growing number of energy providers would like to know.

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.

Australia's looming landfill crisis is fixable but ...

Australia's landfill woes need to be met with mandates to push manufacturers and consumers towards reusable not recycled products, experts say.

Pricey bills to carry clear alerts for cheaper plans

Households and small businesses will be warned if they are paying more than necessary under a reform designed to encourage more people switch plans.

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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.

'Broken' nature laws fast-tracked but details up in air

Tougher nature protections are promised as the government tries to steer long-stalled law reforms into the fast lane, but it's not clear how they will pass.

Bright idea for businesses to power household bill cuts

Solar panels installed on commercial and industrial buildings could deliver savings to nearby residents in a trial proposed by a major energy firm.

1400 batteries in a day: Aussies soak up solar subsidy

Australia could double the number of household solar batteries installed in a year, figures reveal, as consumers rush to take advantage of a subsidy.

EVs may be the way to drive down everyone's power bills

With EVs now able to power homes and the grid, the Electric Vehicle Council says government incentives could lower power prices for all Australians.

Lower energy use just the beginning for retail giant

Lower energy prices might make its way into the Bunnings catch-phrase as the retailer looks to fast-track the decarbonisation of its services.

Aussies want solar batteries but many feel overwhelmed

The cost and complexity of installing a solar battery is keeping some Australians from taking the plunge despite incentives, a study has revealed.

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