Price floor sends rare earths shares through the roof
Shares in rare earths miners are soaring as the federal government indicates its support for a taxpayer-funded minimum price for the electronics ingredients.
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Smelter rescue bolsters nation’s critical metals future
Catastrophe has been avoided with the bailout of two smelters, says a union that now urges governments to safeguard the nation's metal manufacturing capability.
1400 batteries in a day: Aussies soak up solar subsidy
Australia could double the number of household solar batteries installed in a year, figures reveal, as consumers rush to take advantage of a subsidy.
Green hydrogen hype fades but future hopes are bright
Two major Australian green hydrogen projects have been abandoned within weeks but experts say it will give investors time to rethink the future of the fuel.
Rivers of gold pour into Kalgoorlie for mining forum
Goldminers were beaming while uranium diggers ran for cover as mining's winners and losers took centre stage at a leading industry conference.
Carbon price or climate failure: expert economist warns
Australia won't meet its renewable energy commitments without significant reforms but there's still time to redeem the situation, an expert warns.
UN urges Australia to lead global renewable energy race
Australia should set bolder targets to cut pollution and produce renewable energy, the UN says, to secure green exports and avoid further climate harm.
All energy costs rise but small nuclear most reactive
Small nuclear reactors are by far the most expensive new build energy-generating projects, a study has found, while renewable sources remain the cheapest.
Wanted: 10,000 households to plug in to energy research
From households fitted with solar panels to electric car drivers and business operators, a new research centre aims to model nationwide trends in energy use.
EU targets Russia’s energy revenue with new sanctions
The European Union has approved a new raft of sanctions against Russia over its war on Ukraine, including a lower oil price cap to choke Moscow's oil revenues.
Food bowl put ahead of coal with mine proposal rejected
A state government has been accused of sending "mixed signals" after rejecting a proposed coal mine in a major food bowl.
Heavy-hitter urges return of ‘world’s best’ carbon tax
One of the nation's most prominent economists says Australia should not have scrapped its carbon tax, but there are other ways to take action on climate.
Renewable energy delays make Australia less attractive
Investing in Australian renewable energy is only 'somewhat attractive' according to a study that identifies transmission and planning delays among concerns.
Beyond carbon: big four banks urged to capture more gas
It is a potent greenhouse gas responsible for climate change, but a report has found Australia's major banks have yet to single out methane emissions.
Lower energy use just the beginning for retail giant
Lower energy prices might make its way into the Bunnings catch-phrase as the retailer looks to fast-track the decarbonisation of its services.
Blowtorch on gas market as report pumps for investment
Regulations on how Australia's gas market is run will be placed under review as the federal government looks to shore up the domestic market.
Multi-billion dollar green hydrogen project evaporates
The largest green hydrogen project planned in Australia will not go ahead after funding within an international consortium collapsed.
‘Temu version’: opposition lashes visionless budget
A state opposition leader has promised to extend land tax concessions indefinitely after calling the government's budget a cheaper version of his party's ideas.
Trump may help Australia sail ahead in green shipping
Australia has a unique opportunity to cut emissions from international shipping but it could be boosted by a carbon price and policy changes in the US.
Aussies want solar batteries but many feel overwhelmed
The cost and complexity of installing a solar battery is keeping some Australians from taking the plunge despite incentives, a study has revealed.
Regional students to capture the sun in science program
Regional students will be challenged to experiment with renewable energy science kits in a bid to encourage them to consider roles in the energy transition.
Scientists turn to AI to crack the green ammonia riddle
Faced with testing 8000 substances to work out how to cut pollution from a key agricultural product, Aussie scientists turned to artificial intelligence.
Sunny outlook: big solar farms given tick by neighbours
Living near a large-scale solar project is not a problem for most residents, with a study finding 82 per cent of neighbours would allow more to be built nearby.
Power customers promised tougher rules on price gouging
More downwards pressure on power bills is the goal of planned tweaks to regulated electricity pricing now on the federal government's agenda.
Aussies urged to charge ahead with household batteries
Australia could unlock billions in electricity savings if more households add a battery to their solar panel plans, a report has found.
Maligned power station back online after explosions
One of a state's largest power stations is back online for the first time since April after it was forced to shut down following another explosion.
Fears for heritage site as gas plant expansion approved
The fallout from a decision to extend the life of a massive gas project continues with accusations of a political cover-up over a scientific report.
‘See you in court’: anger over huge gas plant extension
Resources giant Woodside is facing renewed legal threats after being granted approval to continue operating a massive gas project for decades to come.
Woodside win boosts gas industry but roadblocks remain
A ministerial decision to extend the life of a massive gas project despite climate concerns represents an endorsement of the sector by the Labor government.
No signs Russia switching on Ukraine nuclear plant soon
Inspectors from the UN nuclear watchdog have not seen signs of Russia moving to immediately restart the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant.
More gas projects, less green tape call at energy event
Gas giants have called on the Australian government to approve projects faster and let them explore more mining opportunities.