Townsville tapped to turn farm waste into jet fuel
Australia's first sustainable aviation facility could be established in north Queensland to turn sugarcane by-products into low-carbon fuel.
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Queensland solar farm tapped to power technology giant
Amazon will launch operations at its first solar farm project in Queensland, with the 500-hectare site to generate enough power for 60,000 homes.
Solar battery faces compulsory recall after house fires
Australia's consumer watchdog is weighing up whether to issue a compulsory recall for an LG solar battery after 13 fires, including one that destroyed a house.
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.
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.
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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.
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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.
Toyota picks Australia to test hydrogen van prototype
A van powered by three hydrogen tanks will be tested in Australia after Toyota chose the nation as the best place to trial the technology.
Hydrogen-powered ‘flying car’ to be used in emergencies
An Australian company developing a hydrogen-fuelled aircraft capable of flying for up to 1000km has received a $5.4 million boost.
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Report pokes holes in fuel company plans for net zero
An analysis of net-zero plans released by petrol companies have questioned their green claims, including their reliance on 'dirty' hydrogen and carbon offsets.
Net zero policy to draw on national strengths: Chalmers
Critical minerals, battery manufacturing, renewable hydrogen and green metals have been flagged as net zero industry priorities by the federal treasurer.
Toyota, Hyundai team to drive faster hydrogen rollout
Major car brands and energy companies have partnered to develop hydrogen refuelling stations for the nation's capital in a bid to boost next-gen vehicles.
Interest-free loans to power up demand for clean energy
Interest-free loans on solar panels and batteries will be offered by one major bank in a bid to make renewable energy affordable to more households.
Power shift as Indigenous people want clean energy say
Indigenous Australians are demanding a seat at the table in the clean energy sector and are turning to the Canadian experience as a positive model.
Why the US is overtaking Australia on electric trucks
Tech giant Amazon has revealed a new electric truck milestone as Australia is changing laws to allow more low-emission heavy vehicles on our roads.
IKEA assembles low-emission hydrogen vehicle fleet
Swedish furniture giant IKEA is deploying both hydrogen and electric trucks in its operations in a bid to cut vehicle emissions.
Aussie hydrogen firms to compete for $2 billion boost
A record amount of funding is being offered to Australia's renewable hydrogen producers in a bid to ensure the country leads the world in 2030.
PM urges renewables shift or risk being left behind
The prime minister has told industry leaders they must move towards renewables or watch as the world passes Australia by.
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Why electric car owners may be paid to plug into solar
Queensland university research will investigate whether electric vehicle owners can be enticed to recharge their vehicles during peak renewable energy hours.
Ampol reveals plans to build hydrogen service stations
The company behind Australia's largest network of service stations has partnered with a US firm to offer hydrogen refuelling facilities.
Hydrogen policy revamp needed to cut truck pollution
Australia needs more hydrogen refuelling stations, central production facilities and more ways to transport the fuel to cut transport emissions, a study says.
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Why electric car tech could drive down power prices
Electric vehicles could be the key to cutting power bills and storing renewable energy in Australia, experts say, if new policies and standards allow it.
Electric cars to power university in world-first trial
Ten cutting-edge electric vehicle chargers on an Australian university campus will help power its buildings when the sun goes down, as part of a new trial.
Call to combat costs with solar-powered social housing
As homeowners fuel a rooftop solar power surge, states are being urged to improve access for renters, including those in social housing.
Qld to roll out ‘renewable zones’ in clean power push
The Queensland government plans to create 12 renewable energy zones as part of a $62 billion scheme to decarbonise the grid.
Fuel standard could save drivers $10,000, study finds
Introducing an ambitious fuel-efficiency standard in Australia could cut pollution and save motorists money on fuel and car maintenance, according to research.
Aussie start-up to use $5m to combat ‘biggest’ EV issue
An Australian electric vehicle start-up, founded by three former Tritium executives, is planning to expand after securing a $5 million investment.
How teachers and tourism could keep mining towns afloat
Mining regions will need support from governments to diversify their economies as the demand for fossil fuels declines, a report shows.
Sun Cable to stretch country’s ambition: Cannon-Brookes
Mike Cannon-Brookes says it is time to stretch the country's ambition after winning the bidding for the massive Sun Cable energy project.
Battery to bulk up Queensland clean energy capacity
A high-capacity battery capable of supplying 30,000 Queensland homes with electricity for two hours during the evening peak should be running later this year.
South Australian coal-based steel to go green
Liberty Steel is set to dump coal-based steelmaking at Whyalla in South Australia with a major investment in electrical and hydrogen-powered alternatives.