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Latest news: Renewable Energy
New wind giant Forrest backs in temporary gas terminal
As he turns the first sod on a massive new wind farm, Andrew Forrest has backed the development of a gas facility to help Australia transition from fossil fuel.
Jan 11, 2024
Uber to serve electric car rides at Australian Open
An electric vehicle ride-sharing service is finally on the cards for Australia after sales of the cars more than doubled during 2023.
Jan 11, 2024
Nats talk down need for 2035 emissions reduction target
Labor should remain focused on achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 rather than trying to accelerate renewable energy with a new 2035 target, the Nationals say.
Jan 10, 2024
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New leader in the race for cheapest electric vehicle
The race to deliver Australia's most affordable electric car has roared to life again, with one manufacturer offering a significant discount to win the title.
Jan 09, 2024
Household solar installations charged ahead in 2023
Australian households have set a new record for solar investments, with a new report revealing rising electricity prices encouraged more to make the switch.
Jan 08, 2024
Farmer urges rural Aussies to consider electric cars
A farmer in Western Australia says more people in the outback should considering buying an electric vehicle to unlock fuel savings.
Jan 02, 2024
Electric Kombi, Jeep and sports cars to shake up 2024
Major brands are preparing to launch electric cars in Australia for the first time, in a move experts say will see some motorists question their brand loyalty.
Dec 29, 2023
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EV exodus: thousands of owners to hit the road for Xmas
Australia could see twice as many electric cars hit the road this holiday season and experts are urging drivers to plan ahead to avoid charging queues.
Dec 22, 2023
Massive wind farm will power up to 700,000 homes a year
A massive wind farm with more than 200 wind turbines will be built in NSW, a key step towards achieving the government's target of net zero emissions by 2050.
Dec 21, 2023
Hydrogen-electric plane to take to Aussie skies in 2024
A Brisbane company has revealed plans to retrofit and fly a hydrogen-powered light aircraft, in a development that could reduce pollution from air travel.
Dec 20, 2023
Electric car charging provider wins $250 million boost
Expect to see more electric vehicle chargers on the street and in households after a significant investment in a Sydney charging firm.
Dec 18, 2023
Mining firm digs Australia's first electric excavator
An Australian mine has deployed the nation's first electric-powered excavator, created as part of a plan to decarbonise mining operations.
Dec 14, 2023
Electric buses to drive tourism in Far North Queensland
Remote areas of Queensland will get 12 new low-emission buses in a project designed to inspire more tourism operations to go electric.
Dec 11, 2023
Why fossil fuel cars may dominate for another decade
Just one in four new cars sold in Australia will be electric by 2030, according to new forecasts that experts say should inspire urgent change.
Dec 08, 2023
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'Wake up call' for energy industry as confidence dips
Consumer confidence in the energy market has fallen due to rising prices and experts warn it could impact Australia's successful transition to renewables.
Dec 06, 2023
Security issues hindering Qld energy companies: report
An Auditor-General's report has found Queensland energy providers are still lagging behind in implementing appropriate security processes.
Dec 06, 2023
Households could halve electricity bills with upgrades
Australian households could save more than $2000 a year on energy bills by upgrading older homes, a report says, but some may need subsidies.
Dec 06, 2023
Air New Zealand to go electric with cargo plane
A battery-powered plane will join the Air New Zealand fleet within two years as part of a plan to tackle the "wicked" challenge of cutting air travel emissions.
Dec 05, 2023
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Community groups power the switch to renewable energy
Local energy projects are powering up in Australia, with a report showing they have generated enough electricity to power 2800 homes for a year.
Dec 05, 2023
Aussies flock to solar power as electricity prices soar
Skyrocketing electricity prices have prompted more Australian families to turn to solar power to save money.
Dec 02, 2023
Big battery first to be funded under revived commission
Victoria's revived state-owned electricity commission will spend $245 million of its initial $1 billion kitty on a storage project that can power 200,000 homes.
Nov 30, 2023
Electric cars cut emissions in half, analysis shows
An online calculator shows electric cars produce as much as 60 per cent less carbon than petrol vehicles and motorists can make deeper cuts using solar power.
Nov 29, 2023
Australia yet to shine using solar in agriculture
Australia needs better planning and research to capitalise on its huge potential to graze sheep and grow produce under solar panels according to a new report.
Nov 29, 2023
$60m boost needed to stop greenhouse gas 'guessing'
Former ACCC chairman Rod Sims says Australia is not accurately tracking greenhouse gas emissions and needs new technology to meet international standards.
Nov 28, 2023
Win for island wind farm despite rare parrot concerns
A requirement for a proposed wind farm project to shut down for five months to safeguard a critically endangered parrot has been overturned.
Nov 27, 2023
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