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Toilet humour: campaign to flush out loo-blockers

Toilet humour: campaign to flush out loo-blockers

Fatbergs are on the rise, prompting a campaign to remind people not to flush items down the toilet that could cause blockages in Sydney's sewer system.

Shoppers face lies, manipulation in supermarket aisles

Shoppers face lies, manipulation in supermarket aisles

Shoppers face lies, manipulation in supermarket aisles

Shoppers face lies, manipulation in supermarket aisles

So-called 'ocean plastic' is the poster child of greenwashing shams Australian face when they head to the grocery store, a federal inquiry has been told.

Auto industry prepares for a charge of electric fleets

Auto industry prepares for a charge of electric fleets

Auto industry prepares for a charge of electric fleets

Auto industry prepares for a charge of electric fleets

Fleet firms and charging networks are preparing for a surge in electric car investments after Australia's fuel-efficiency standard begins.

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One in three cars fails real-world fuel emission tests

One in three cars fails real-world fuel emission tests

Testing has shown eight popular vehicles, from petrol hatchbacks to diesel SUVs, produce more emissions than lab tests promised, and some break lab limits.

Move to make polluters produce 'robust' emissions info

Move to make polluters produce 'robust' emissions info

The NSW environment watchdog has put forward plans to force big polluters to hand over more accurate information about their projects' carbon emissions.

IKEA to piece together electric truck charging network

IKEA to piece together electric truck charging network

The Swedish furniture giant will install chargers for electric vans and trucks at all of its local stores in a move designed to inspire low-emission deliveries.

Environment group loses appeal over coal, gas projects

Environment group loses appeal over coal, gas projects

The full bench of the Federal Court has dismissed an appeal by campaigners related to how the federal environment minister considers fossil fuel projects.

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Coal mine's licence not fit for purpose, court told

Coal mine's licence not fit for purpose, court told

Coal mine's licence not fit for purpose, court told

Coal mine's licence not fit for purpose, court told

Residents who fear what a NSW coal mine might be doing to their health have gone to court, arguing its environmental licence is not fit for purpose.

Top brands in the slow lane with electric car policies

Top brands in the slow lane with electric car policies

Top brands in the slow lane with electric car policies

Top brands in the slow lane with electric car policies

Some of the world's biggest vehicle manufacturers are slowing progress on electric cars, a report has found.

Gas guzzler or petrol pincher: call for better car data

Gas guzzler or petrol pincher: call for better car data

Gas guzzler or petrol pincher: call for better car data

Gas guzzler or petrol pincher: call for better car data

A green group says drivers should be given more information about the vehicles brought to Australia under the upcoming New Vehicle Efficiency Standard.

On your bike, take a hike: paths get $100m budget boost

On your bike, take a hike: paths get $100m budget boost

On your bike, take a hike: paths get $100m budget boost

On your bike, take a hike: paths get $100m budget boost

This year's federal budget will include the biggest cash injection in active transport options in more than a decade.

Hybrid sales charge ahead as electric cars slow down

Hybrid sales charge ahead as electric cars slow down

Hybrid sales charge ahead as electric cars slow down

Hybrid sales charge ahead as electric cars slow down

Aussie drivers have snapped up a record number of new vehicles in 2024 despite challenging economic conditions, with big and hybrid vehicles popular.

MP throws shade on renewable energy at solar conference

MP throws shade on renewable energy at solar conference

MP throws shade on renewable energy at solar conference

MP throws shade on renewable energy at solar conference

A blistering assessment of Australia’s renewable energy investments has shocked attendees at a Brisbane solar event.

Why 'noisy' electric cars could save Australian lives

Why 'noisy' electric cars could save Australian lives

Why 'noisy' electric cars could save Australian lives

Why 'noisy' electric cars could save Australian lives

New rules will force electric and hybrid vehicles to make sounds at low speeds next year, in a move that could save the lives of Australian pedestrians.

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Sydney drivers cop big fines for ICE-ing electric bays

Blocking electric vehicle charging bays attracts penalties in most parts of Australia but figures show the fines are not being applied consistently.

Council probed as tonnes of sewage spilt into river

The Gold Coast City Council is under investigation after a broken pipe spilt more than 350 million litres of sewage into a river over a period of months.

More Aussies to buy an electric car, but price a factor

Almost one in three motorists who intend to buy a car in the next year will shop for an electric model, but high prices are slowing adoption rates.

Electric cars to make bigger impact than electric homes

Laws to reduce vehicle emissions are on track to make a bigger environmental impact than disconnecting gas appliances, according to a study.

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Climate program accused of greenwashing 'not improper'

As a strategy to drive climate action faces scrutiny, public servants say it may not be perfect but it did not act outside the law.

Electric utes rolling to Australia, mining sites first

Australian mining companies will have more electric ute options after a local company partnered with Rivian to bring its low-emission vehicles to the country.

'Why not walk?' Google Maps to roll out green features

Tech giant Google will introduce a series of features designed to save fuel or car trips to celebrate Earth Day.

Ute-turn: electric, hybrid utes ready for Aussie launch

Electric and hybrid utes are queuing up to launch in Australia following policy changes, and experts say they offer benefits which could attract new fans.

Call for rebates to help apartment dwellers go green

People who live in apartments are less likely to benefit from solar power or efficient electric appliances and they need targeted help, a conference has heard.

World-first generator turns greenhouse gas into power

Queensland scientists have created a way to produce electricity using carbon dioxide in a development they say could power phones and computers.

Hybrid vehicle sales speed up while petrol loses spark

Hybrid cars have more than doubled in popularity in the past year, surpassing electric vehicles and eating into petrol and diesel car sales.

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