
Curtain call: basic energy upgrades may save households
Hanging heavy curtains and swapping gas for electric hot water could save Australians a motza and solar systems could cut household energy bills even further.
Hanging heavy curtains and swapping gas for electric hot water could save Australians a motza and solar systems could cut household energy bills even further.
Many of the nation's coal power generators are more than four decades old and posing reliability risks, analysis suggests.
A curvy, curly wind turbine will be put to the test in Australia as researchers and a local start-up look for ways to add more to metropolitan areas.
If current momentum gained in the six months is sustained then Australia can reach its 2030 renewable energy target, think tank research suggests.
Australia could unlock $1.7 billion and thousands of jobs by 2050 if it seizes the opportunity to create hydrogen-manufacturing equipment, a study has found.
Labor has chalked up a last-minute legislative victory, with the Greens backing its housing scheme, as several MPs bid Canberra farewell.
Australia has the potential to lead the world in sustainable aviation fuel but a report warns that other countries are making progress faster.
A federal inquiry has heard strong support for a nuclear industry in regional Queensland even though local councillors say they were not consulted.
Australians in regional towns worry they will be forced to accept nuclear power plants even if they object to them, an inquiry has heard.
Two forums looking a nuclear power and renewable energy have been told contrasting views about their impact on power prices.
Packing material and static electricity could take the edge off future electricity bills, according to Australian researchers.
Thousands of flexible solar cells are expected to be printed by the ream in a $6.8 million facility established by Australia's leading science organisation.
Batteries made from waste, earthquake-proof buildings and solar panel technology that keeps lights on around the world have been recognised at an awards gala.
Australia's national science agency will team with an electricity retailer to find out whether electric cars can be used to power homes and back up the grid.
Australian university researchers have won a patent for using food acids to create a major component of battery technology.
Environmentally friendly plane fuel could be closer to being produced in Australia after two governments made a record investment in its potential.
Solar gardens could be a solution for people locked out of the booming renewable energy market, experts say, as the first of its kind prepares to pay investors.
An increase in renewable energy capacity is being seized as evidence solar power is Australia's right way forward as the debate over nuclear plants heats up.
Electricity bills would need to rise significantly to recoup costs associated with building and running nuclear plants in Australia, new analysis suggests.
Putting solar panels on the roofs of businesses, new homes and social housing could double Australia's renewable power, a study has found.
A hydrogen investment pact with Germany will support new commercial supply and access to the European market for the emerging industry.
Victoria may have better coffee, NSW a more iconic bridge, but Queensland is winning the race for solar energy in a report card from the Climate Council.
Motorists could support Australia's national electricity grid by using their cars as batteries, a report says, but policies and standards need to change.
In the lead-up to the Queensland state election, Solar Citizens wants the major parties to make big commitments to renewable energy.
Can businesses turn waste into jet fuel and gases into fish food? Researchers at an Australian university plan to investigate carbon-cutting projects.
The Queensland cities of Townsville and Gladstone have been singled out as key to Australia's future in clean exports at a renewable energy event.
It's not just climate change and bills fuelling demand for solar batteries - the threat of blackouts is prompting more households to invest in energy storage.
Catching a ride to a faraway place could involve a small aircraft with no pilot in future, experts say, as regulations race to catch up with the technology.
Three firms have teamed up to investigate the creation of a sustainable aviation fuel industry in Brisbane as demand for renewable options booms.
More than 400 shared batteries will join the national electricity grid after investments in 21 projects across all states and one territory.
A transport company has revealed plans to add more than 100 electric delivery vehicles to its fleet as part of a $45 million project.