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Cattle group want exemptions from EU deforestation rule

Cattle group want exemptions from EU deforestation rule

Australian cattle producers want the deforestation definition changed ahead of new European Union laws which could affect the beef export industry.

'Gas cowboys' reined in by trigger-happy minister

'Gas cowboys' reined in by trigger-happy minister

'Gas cowboys' reined in by trigger-happy minister

'Gas cowboys' reined in by trigger-happy minister

The NT government has lambasted the federal environment minister for launching an inquiry into environmental impacts of fracking in the Beetaloo Basin.

Strengthened environment protections 'bulldozed' by PM

Strengthened environment protections 'bulldozed' by PM

Strengthened environment protections 'bulldozed' by PM

Strengthened environment protections 'bulldozed' by PM

A proposal to force the government to examine and stop mining projects that worsen climate change is not supported by the prime minister.

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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.

Scientific probe into controversial gas projects

Scientific probe into controversial gas projects

Gas exploration in the Beetaloo Basin in the Northern Territory will be assessed by an independent group of scientists, amid concerns over any impact to water.

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

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

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Farming fuels NSW land clearing crisis: data

Farming fuels NSW land clearing crisis: data

Farming fuels NSW land clearing crisis: data

Farming fuels NSW land clearing crisis: data

NSW cleared an area more than 160 times the size of Sydney's CBD in a single year, new government figures show.

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.

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.

'Waterways are drying up': plea for environmental laws

'Waterways are drying up': plea for environmental laws

'Waterways are drying up': plea for environmental laws

'Waterways are drying up': plea for environmental laws

Traditional owners say their way of life is under threat if environment laws are not changed to protect crucial NT water sources from over-extraction.

Bill aims to pass go on proving credentials of hydrogen

Bill aims to pass go on proving credentials of hydrogen

Bill aims to pass go on proving credentials of hydrogen

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.

Fears skate extinction will damage Tasmania's image

Fears skate extinction will damage Tasmania's image

Fears skate extinction will damage Tasmania's image

Fears skate extinction will damage Tasmania's image

Tasmanian businesses have formed a new group to campaign for the salvation of an ancient fish, fearing its demise could cost them dearly.

Miners dig 'best friend' Dutton with battlelines drawn

Miners dig 'best friend' Dutton with battlelines drawn

Miners dig 'best friend' Dutton with battlelines drawn

Miners dig 'best friend' Dutton with battlelines drawn

Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek has called for "a bit of common sense" from mining bosses, while Peter Dutton pledges to be their "best friend".

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Death most likely outcome for koalas in care: vet data

Most sick and injured koalas that wind up in the care of vets are put down, a grim new analysis of data shows.

Federal minister's lack of control on logging 'absurd'

Federal independents are mounting a renewed push to get the environment minister to deal with state-based logging threats to endangered species.

Invasive species breeding billion-dollar pest threat

Pet laws are ineffective at managing the biosecurity risks posed by cats while pig culls have had "questionable" outcomes, a new report has found.

Reusable cups and balloon rules floated to bin plastics

The NSW government is seeking feedback on a plastics crackdown that would force some businesses to use less-polluting alternatives.

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Housing sustainability framework stands up to scrutiny

With one in seven forecast to be living in community housing within decades, a review finds foundations are in place as pressure builds for broader standards.

Tourist hotspots face climate change 'peril'

A report from a global insurance giant reveals half of Australia's tourist hotspots face high risks, and possible "natural peril" from climate change.

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.

Emissions blowout flagged if coal, gas extended: govt

Australia's emissions could blow out by an additional 1.7 billion tonnes should coal and gas be extended, government analysis has found.

Good news for some threatened species as numbers rise

Many threatened species in NSW national parks are heading in the right right direction, while efforts are underway in Queensland to boost wombat numbers.

Farmers flock to baby-faced 'organic lawnmowers'

Vineyard and orchard owners looking to reduce chemical use are thrilled with a cute breed of sheep that's proving a powerful weapon in the fight against weeds.

Nation failing to pull species back from brink: report

A new report card has given Australia an F, for fail, for its efforts to bring the nation's endangered plants and animals back from the brink.

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