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Innovation urged to hurdle green superpower roadblocks

Innovation urged to hurdle green superpower roadblocks

Australia has largely embraced the renewable energy superpower vision, but its key architect fears the transition to green power is falling short.

Call on controversial wind farm pushed back again

Call on controversial wind farm pushed back again

Call on controversial wind farm pushed back again

Call on controversial wind farm pushed back again

Environmentalists, business groups and the Liberals have criticised federal Labor for delaying a decision on a 100-turbine wind farm.

Green fuel cash injection prepares market for take-off

Green fuel cash injection prepares market for take-off

Green fuel cash injection prepares market for take-off

Green fuel cash injection prepares market for take-off

A $250 million investment in sustainable fuels could tell the rest of the world that Australia is ready to turn its farm waste into flights.

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Green iron investment could reinforce Aussie economy

Green iron investment could reinforce Aussie economy

Australia could reap the benefits of a market worth up to almost $300 billion, and cut emissions, if it takes the right steps toward a green iron industry.

From wind energy to waves, a new life for old turbines

From wind energy to waves, a new life for old turbines

Surfboards made out of wind turbines could help carve the way to a more circular and sustainable renewables industry.

Higher household bills by 2030 under nuclear: report

Higher household bills by 2030 under nuclear: report

Slowing down the renewables rollout under an alternative energy transition pathway could be a disaster for power prices, the clean energy industry body says.

Nuclear powers down as global reactor numbers shrink

Nuclear powers down as global reactor numbers shrink

Fewer nuclear reactors are operating worldwide than early this decade and global renewable power generation is dwarfing the energy source.

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Plug-in hybrid car tax breaks about to hit the skids

Plug-in hybrid car tax breaks about to hit the skids

Plug-in hybrid car tax breaks about to hit the skids

Plug-in hybrid car tax breaks about to hit the skids

Drivers have one month left to claim a tax break on plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, amid calls for Labor to give the fuel-saving cars more support.

Industry takes aim at clean energy 'misinformation'

Industry takes aim at clean energy 'misinformation'

Industry takes aim at clean energy 'misinformation'

Industry takes aim at clean energy 'misinformation'

The clean energy industry has come out swinging against "anti-renewables campaigns" it says are spreading misinformation about costs and job opportunities.

Coalition irked as report brands nuclear a non-starter

Coalition irked as report brands nuclear a non-starter

Coalition irked as report brands nuclear a non-starter

Coalition irked as report brands nuclear a non-starter

Establishing nuclear power generation in Australia would face major challenges and fall prone to delays, says a report critics brand as politically motivated.

Former PM 'sceptical' about nuclear, keen on hydropower

Former PM 'sceptical' about nuclear, keen on hydropower

Former PM 'sceptical' about nuclear, keen on hydropower

Former PM 'sceptical' about nuclear, keen on hydropower

Australia needs more hydropower projects to store and supply cheap, renewable energy, a former leader says, while hosing down hopes for a nuclear future.

Airport demonstration to show hydrogen option will fly

Airport demonstration to show hydrogen option will fly

Airport demonstration to show hydrogen option will fly

Airport demonstration to show hydrogen option will fly

An Australian start-up has installed a renewable hydrogen generator and storage system at an airport in a bid to overcome barriers to adopting the clean energy.

Household solar panels create a 'worry' for energy boss

Household solar panels create a 'worry' for energy boss

Household solar panels create a 'worry' for energy boss

Household solar panels create a 'worry' for energy boss

Australian households may face changes to the way rooftop solar is handled as electricity grids adapt to more renewable energy created during daylight hours.

Nuclear plan may miss nation's energy goal by a decade

Nuclear plan may miss nation's energy goal by a decade

Nuclear plan may miss nation's energy goal by a decade

Nuclear plan may miss nation's energy goal by a decade

Switching from renewable energy to a nuclear power plan could push Australia's 2030 climate target out until 2042 and produce significantly more emissions.

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Clean industry pitch to save town from job losses

Gravity energy storage in disused mine shafts and critical mineral development are part of a pitch to save a mining town set to lose a big source of employment.

Funding boost charges up Australian battery innovation

Australia could compete with China for lithium battery production after a local company announced plans to establish a $60 million factory.

Fortescue profit slumps on weak iron ore prices

China's struggling property sector continues to weigh on big miners, with Fortescue profits down more than 50 per cent.

Price and policy changes redirect Uber's electric drive

Australian ride-share drivers could be about to lose a long-time electric vehicle discount but gain another as Uber adapts to market changes.

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Big changes needed to connect cars to the power grid

Most Australians want to turn their electric vehicle into a battery on wheels in future but there are still speed bumps to making the technology work.

How electric cars could drive down Aussie power bills

It's been sold as the technology that could turn your electric car into a money spinner but experts say vehicle-to-grid could be much more than a side hustle.

Kerbside charging boost to curb electric car concerns

Hundreds of electric vehicle chargers will be installed on power poles across three states in a bid to remove concerns about swapping to next-gen transport.

Electric vehicle sales brake as car market slows again

Australians bought fewer new cars in January, with electric car sales more than halving despite growing price competition and new limits on vehicle emissions.

Electric kickstart: call to fund clean, greener trucks

Small transport companies need to adopt electric fleets to remain competitive, industry experts say, but many will need financial help to get there.

Dump fuel fees and tax all cars, motoring groups urge

The government should overhaul vehicle taxes in its upcoming budget, according to early submissions that say electric, hybrid and petrol drivers should pay.

Aussie university joins $230m future materials project

Sourcing and processing materials needed to transition to renewable energy is the focus of an international research project, with Australians at its heart.

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