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Nukes flayed as solar boost seized to spruik renewables

Nukes flayed as solar boost seized to spruik renewables

An increase in renewable energy capacity is being seized as evidence solar power is Australia's right way forward as the debate over nuclear plants heats up.

Nuclear's 'time has come' in energy mix: Dutton

Nuclear's 'time has come' in energy mix: Dutton

Nuclear's 'time has come' in energy mix: Dutton

Nuclear's 'time has come' in energy mix: Dutton

Federal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has outlined his case for nuclear energy but didn't say what it would cost to build seven reactors across Australia.

Australia's first solar garden prepares for its harvest

Australia's first solar garden prepares for its harvest

Australia's first solar garden prepares for its harvest

Australia's first solar garden prepares for its harvest

Solar gardens could be a solution for people locked out of the booming renewable energy market, experts say, as the first of its kind prepares to pay investors.

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Liquid metals might solve puzzle of shipping hydrogen

Liquid metals might solve puzzle of shipping hydrogen

Cutting emissions from transport and agriculture could be possible after an Australian discovery published by researchers from three universities.

National safety rules needed to curb e-bike fire risks

National safety rules needed to curb e-bike fire risks

Electric scooters, bicycles and skateboards should be inspected and some removed from online platforms following dangers identified in a NSW inquiry.

Domestic gas guarantee risks 'wasteland' in iconic zone

Domestic gas guarantee risks 'wasteland' in iconic zone

Decades of new gas for export and local use in the west are envisaged under a revised gas reservation policy that has been slammed by environmentalists.

Tesla charges through Aussie electric vehicle milestone

Tesla charges through Aussie electric vehicle milestone

Tesla has unveiled its 100th electric vehicle charging location in Australia, alongside a commitment to make 'range anxiety' a thing of the past.

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Australia could double solar power by 2030, report says

Australia could double solar power by 2030, report says

Australia could double solar power by 2030, report says

Australia could double solar power by 2030, report says

Putting solar panels on the roofs of businesses, new homes and social housing could double Australia's renewable power, a study has found.

First battery use of vanadium electrolyte made locally

First battery use of vanadium electrolyte made locally

First battery use of vanadium electrolyte made locally

First battery use of vanadium electrolyte made locally

Sovereign vanadium batteries could speed up the decarbonisation of a vast and often harsh service area after a "significant milestone" for an emerging producer.

A wider view: clean energy push for environment reform

A wider view: clean energy push for environment reform

A wider view: clean energy push for environment reform

A wider view: clean energy push for environment reform

Frustrated clean energy developers and investors say Australia must consider emissions reduction and climate change as well as the impact on the environment.

Aussie drivers need more electric utes, more incentives

Aussie drivers need more electric utes, more incentives

Aussie drivers need more electric utes, more incentives

Aussie drivers need more electric utes, more incentives

Electric vehicles will not be adopted at rates necessary to reach emissions targets, an inquiry has heard, without tax and financial incentives.

Australia inks $660 million hydrogen pact with Germany

Australia inks $660 million hydrogen pact with Germany

Australia inks $660 million hydrogen pact with Germany

Australia inks $660 million hydrogen pact with Germany

A hydrogen investment pact with Germany will support new commercial supply and access to the European market for the emerging industry.

Strong labour standards urged for energy transition

Strong labour standards urged for energy transition

Strong labour standards urged for energy transition

Strong labour standards urged for energy transition

Governments are urged to attach strong labour standards to taxpayer-funded renewables, while the energy sector needs to come clean on safety and welfare.

Australia could be global launch pad for green flights

Australia could be global launch pad for green flights

Australia could be global launch pad for green flights

Australia could be global launch pad for green flights

Aviation experts say Australia could lead the world in carbon-cutting jet fuel if governments and the industry take action in the next year.

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Bill aims to pass go on proving credentials of hydrogen

Hydrogen producers may be able to prove the alternative fuel was made with renewables, not coal or gas, as trading partners plan to levy carbon-laden imports.

Call to 'science' our way out of the climate conundrum

Leading thinkers have called for Australia to deploy science for the service of society and stop relying on selling emissions-laden resources for prosperity.

Power to the 'energy underclass' as Australia retools

The energy change "can't be about Teslas in teal seats", unions and community leaders tell a forum, with many households struggling to pay their power bills.

Miners lash PM as he plots future made in Australia

The "under siege" mining industry warns it can't afford to compete internationally under Australia's environmental, workplace and tax laws.

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Future of gas hot water systems and heaters unclear

Victoria's premier wouldn't be drawn on future of gas hot water systems and heaters in existing homes, as she clarified cooktops won't be phased out.

Call for net zero by 2035 to be a global climate leader

Australia has been urged to harden its emissions reduction targets at a "critical juncture" in the fight against climate change as leaders gather for a forum.

Red meat, nuclear power off the climate response menu

Australia must cut emissions more quickly and fairly, environmental and social advocates say, while investors welcome clarity from an official climate review.

Heavy electric vehicles face roadblocks in Australia

Electric trucks could cut emissions significantly, an inquiry has heard, but inconsistent regulations were making it hard for businesses to invest.

Cost of living puts the brakes on new vehicle sales

Vehicle sales have slowed down in Australia, with passenger and petrol cars taking significant hits, but the industry says it is still a "positive result".

Big batteries win taxpayer support after hectic auction

Big batteries with enough energy storage to power one million homes have been selected for taxpayer funding in the first round of a capacity investment scheme.

Surprise state shines brightest in solar energy ranking

Victoria may have better coffee, NSW a more iconic bridge, but Queensland is winning the race for solar energy in a report card from the Climate Council.

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