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'Trump II' not the end of the world for clean energy

'Trump II' not the end of the world for clean energy

A second Trump presidency may be a "bump in the road" but it cannot stop the transition to clean energy the world started over 20 years ago, investors say.

Big sky, fierce summer: new line of sight for firies

Big sky, fierce summer: new line of sight for firies

Big sky, fierce summer: new line of sight for firies

Big sky, fierce summer: new line of sight for firies

Drones could help Aussies survive the "age of mega-fires" as climate change drives new fire seasons that are outpacing the disaster response of past decades.

Minister faces legal action over stalled $1b gold mine

Minister faces legal action over stalled $1b gold mine

Minister faces legal action over stalled $1b gold mine

Minister faces legal action over stalled $1b gold mine

The decision to block sections of a proposed $1 billion gold mine under Indigenous heritage laws is facing a Federal Court challenge by the mine's developer.

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Arrest threat for protesters who block major coal port

Arrest threat for protesters who block major coal port

Plans by climate protesters to hold a floating blockade of a major coal port have been deemed unlawful by the NSW Supreme Court, but organisers vow to fight on.

Australia leverages Indigenous, sports links in Pacific

Australia leverages Indigenous, sports links in Pacific

Australia is leveraging all diplomatic tools including Indigenous connections and sports links to boost engagement in the Pacific as geopolitical tensions rise.

Climate investors told to press ahead despite Trump

Climate investors told to press ahead despite Trump

A leading economist has urged Australia to line up with countries that support climate action, arguing a Trump administration is likely to sideline US efforts.

Scientists tip 2024 to be world's hottest on record

Scientists tip 2024 to be world's hottest on record

The European climate agency says 2024 will very likely be hottest year on record, driven by the burning of fossil fuels.

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Households face more bill stress as energy prices rise

Households face more bill stress as energy prices rise

Households face more bill stress as energy prices rise

Households face more bill stress as energy prices rise

Energy debt is expected to escalate even more than anticipated, sparking a review of payment difficulty protections for households and small businesses.

Fatberg-type waste likely source of mystery beach balls

Fatberg-type waste likely source of mystery beach balls

Fatberg-type waste likely source of mystery beach balls

Fatberg-type waste likely source of mystery beach balls

Hundreds of different materials have been found inside mysterious balls washed up on Sydney beaches as authorities struggle to single out their source.

Emissions innovator, gold medallist feted in awards

Emissions innovator, gold medallist feted in awards

Emissions innovator, gold medallist feted in awards

Emissions innovator, gold medallist feted in awards

A climate solutions innovator and an Olympic swimming star are among Tasmanians recognised in the Australian of the Year awards.

New vehicle sales slow down as economy applies brakes

New vehicle sales slow down as economy applies brakes

New vehicle sales slow down as economy applies brakes

New vehicle sales slow down as economy applies brakes

New vehicle sales have fallen in Australia for the third month in a row, with sales figures revealing private buyers were most likely to drive on by.

Australia needs to 'step up' critical minerals supply

Australia needs to 'step up' critical minerals supply

Australia needs to 'step up' critical minerals supply

Australia needs to 'step up' critical minerals supply

Australian firms need to sharpen their focus on critical minerals to power the world's green energy transition, an international relations conference has heard.

Fishy sustainability practices in popular canned tuna

Fishy sustainability practices in popular canned tuna

Fishy sustainability practices in popular canned tuna

Fishy sustainability practices in popular canned tuna

The majority of Australian canned tuna does not pass the sustainability pub test, research from a marine conservation group shows.

Arrests 'not the only point' of coal port blockade

Arrests 'not the only point' of coal port blockade

Arrests 'not the only point' of coal port blockade

Arrests 'not the only point' of coal port blockade

A judge has questioned why organisers are fighting an application to declare a planned coal port protest unlawful given a perceived intention to be arrested.

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Fess up! Independents push parties on climate targets

Independent MPs are demanding that Labor reveal its 2035 climate target, saying voters deserve to know as climate change is contributing to higher living costs.

Made or assembled in Australia? Solar policy under fire

Questions have emerged over whether solar panels will be manufactured or merely assembled in Australia at a senate hearing into energy agencies.

Mining heartland backs environment watchdog with teeth

Voters living in one of the nation's mining strongholds support the protection of nature and a role in emissions reduction despite intense lobbying by industry.

Pilot whales stuck on remote 'stranding hotspot'

Four whales are reportedly stuck on the Tasmania coast in an area a wildlife expert previously warned is a "stranding hotspot" during spring.

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Electric prime movers finally rolling into Australia

More companies are swapping heavy-duty diesel trucks for electric prime movers, but industry experts say regulations still need to change to get more on roads.

Coal-port protest could stop ships even if made illegal

NSW Police have gone to court to stop a planned blockade of the world's largest coal port in a move campaigners have declared a waste of taxpayer money.

Wasting away: dump crisis needs 'landfill transition'

The Harbour City is not alone in facing a landfill problem but a recycling advocate warns governments are getting overly excited about burning junk.

Port climate protest opposed due to safety risks

Police are opposing a climate group's protest against coal exports at a NSW port due to safety and economic risks and concerns over civil disobedience.

Indigenous women at forefront of ranger funding boost

An extra 1000 ranger jobs is an investment everyone should be proud of but ongoing support is needed to continue the important work,a ranger group says.

Mental health taking a hit as climate crisis worsens

Poor health outcomes are being attributed to extreme heat events, rapid rain bursts and worsening fire season as part of a growing climate crisis.

Pollution problem: the issue making kids sick at school

Children face higher risks of poor health outcomes due to traffic-related air pollution as one in six capital city schools are located near major roads.

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