‘Climate vandalism’: state under fire over energy plan
A state's energy plan has sparked outrage after pledging to keep coal-fired power plants open for decades, potentially putting pressure on emissions targets.
A state's energy plan has sparked outrage after pledging to keep coal-fired power plants open for decades, potentially putting pressure on emissions targets.
The Sunshine State's coal-fired power stations are set to operate longer in a move some critics worry risks unreliability and higher bills.
More efficient solar cells are getting closer to commercial launch thanks to a breakthrough involving a new design and more durable chemicals.
Ukrainian long-range strikes might have slashed petrol supplies in Russia by up to a fifth, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy claims.
With three energy companies committed to trials and more automakers willing to back them, using your electric car as a battery should be possible soon.
The federal environment minister thinks the North West Shelf gas project is damaging ancient rock art, despite opting for weaker emissions restrictions.
Demand for Australia's biggest fossil fuel exports is expected to drop in the coming years but producing green metals could provide a lifeline.
Would you plug your car into the national grid for money off your electricity bill? A growing number of energy providers would like to know.
Keeping data centres running to support the AI boom will require investment in low-emission energy generation, possibly including nuclear, proponents argue.
Growing rooftop solar installations and more large-scale energy projects are pushing Australia closer to its renewable goals, the market operator says.
A major energy supplier will select 50 households to take part in a vehicle-to-grid technology trial that will charge up vehicles at no cost.
Fees to research and build offshore wind farms in Australia will be cut for two years after global uncertainty and the collapse of several local projects.
Australia's biggest gas project will be allowed to operate until 2070, with the approval lighting the fuse for an angry backlash from climate activists.
Most at-risk native species live close together, making their habitats easy to identify and avoid when building clean energy infrastructure, researchers say.
It is the most expensive and vital element of an electric vehicle and more companies are offering to test it to rev up the used car market.
Households and small businesses will be warned if they are paying more than necessary under a reform designed to encourage more people switch plans.
A shake up of Australia's environment laws is being considered, which will determine where developments can be built and where they should be blocked.
Offshore wind technology could give Australia's renewable energy a significant boost but projects are facing headwinds, both locally and abroad.
Russia and Ukraine have both intensified air strikes in recent weeks despite US President Donald Trump's attempt to end the conflict.
A wind farm proposal with 226 turbines spanning three regions will not go ahead after community feedback led to a state government scrapping the idea.
One of Australia's biggest mining companies says it will continue to pursue green iron and renewable energy projects as iron ore revenues dip.
Major reforms may be needed to wean some Australian industries off diesel and reduce its significant contribution to the nation's carbon emissions.
Australia may be left stranded on the blocks in the race to lead the globe in green iron projects, with its main rivals coming from some unexpected nations.
David Littleproud has detailed the four key policies that led to the Nationals splitting from the Liberals, as he vows to take nuclear to the next election.
Australia's investment pipeline for clean energy, storage and transmission to replace coal is "healthy", but project delays pose reliability questions.
More mining giants may clean up their operations if the government capped generous credits on diesel fuel and incentivised green projects, a report finds.
A road user charge targeting electric vehicle drivers is gaining widespread approval but how it will work and when it will arrive remains up for debate.
Profits are up for Australia's largest energy company despite challenges from the price of coal, energy tariffs and power plant uncertainty.
Solar panels installed on commercial and industrial buildings could deliver savings to nearby residents in a trial proposed by a major energy firm.
Australia could double the number of household solar batteries installed in a year, figures reveal, as consumers rush to take advantage of a subsidy.
A major contract for a nationally significant undersea electricity cable could torpedo a Liberal premier's chances of forming minority government.