Aluminium giant urged to back workers before shutdown
As Australia's biggest aluminium smelter considers shutting up shop, a joint federal and state government bailout has raised eyebrows in another state.
As Australia's biggest aluminium smelter considers shutting up shop, a joint federal and state government bailout has raised eyebrows in another state.
Rising energy costs could force Australia's largest aluminium smelter to shut, but leaders have promised to do everything possible to keep it going.
Recycling big batteries, solar panels and wind turbines at the end of their lives could create a lucrative export industry if Australia gets its rules right.
The federal government has released confidential briefing documents which warn of higher power prices over the months to come.
While critical mineral deals are dominating the headlines, green iron and steel partnerships could secure Australia's export future in a low-emission economy.
Moving from coal-fired power stations to renewable energy projects could take longer than expected, a retailer has warned, amid delays and high costs.
Cutting emissions from long-haul flights, shipping and trucking remains a challenge but one solution could put Australia in an enviable position.
Mining giant Glencore has been urged to invest in a struggling community after a $600 million taxpayer-funded bailout to secure hundreds of jobs at a smelter.
Australia faces a serious electronic waste problem from ageing solar panels but could avoid it by testing and certifying old technology for reuse.
Landmark legal challenges have been launched after the Commonwealth's controversial decision to green light a 40-year gas hub extension near ancient rock art.
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.
Hundreds of workers will lose their jobs as alumina giant Alcoa permanently shuts a 60-year-old refinery that served as a cornerstone of the community.
One of Australia's largest and oldest coal-fired power stations could shut in less that four years after a surprise announcement from its owners.
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.
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.
About 1000 workers will be out of a job after a second major miner revealed cuts, sparking fears communities will pay a heavy price in a royalties dispute.
A third mining company in as many days has announced job cuts, taking aim at a coal royalties scheme as it prepares to close an underground site.
A government royalty regime must be reassessed after three coal companies announced job cuts and mine closures in recent days, an analyst says.
As Australia finds itself transitioning to renewables, those in remote communities are finding ways to lead the charge toward clean energy on Country.
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.
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.
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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.
More mining giants may clean up their operations if the government capped generous credits on diesel fuel and incentivised green projects, a report finds.
One of Australia's largest renewable energy transmission projects faces a cost blowout with expanded areas of land for solar, battery and wind.