Nuclear and renewables to battle it out at election
As the federal election looms, competing energy policies will duke it out for Australians' favour after the opposition released its long-awaited nuclear plan.
energy and resource
Dutton’s nuclear reactor ‘over budget’ and a ‘joke’
Energy experts have cast doubt on the feasibility of Peter Dutton's nuclear policy, labelling one of the reactor options put forward as "irresponsible".
alternative energy
business (general)
energy
energy (general)
energy and resource
energy resources
environmental issue
environmental politics
environmental pollution
renewable energy
Challenge worth $100m aims to lower solar energy cost
Australia will host a $100 million competition for innovators around the world to create ways to lower the cost of large-scale renewable energy.
Following the money, not hot air, for more wind farms
Australia's green bank and international firms are generating more renewable energy projects, even as the political stoush over the nation's future warms up.
Dutton goes nuclear in bid to blow open election race
Labor has blasted Peter Dutton's dream of powering Australia with nuclear energy as "economic insanity" but the mining lobby has backed the coalition's plan.
Conservationists welcome downsized NSW wind farm zone
The federal government has given the green light to a downsized offshore wind farm zone stretching along the NSW Illawarra coast, south of Sydney.
air pollution
air transport
energy
energy (general)
energy and resource
environmental issue
environmental politics
environmental pollution
politics
renewable energy
road transport
transport
waste
Farm waste may help power Australia’s biofuel future
Tax breaks and emission targets will be considered as part of a consultation into Australia's emerging biofuel industry that could power air and road travel.
alternative energy
energy
energy (general)
energy and resource
energy resources
environmental issue
environmental politics
environmental pollution
pollution
renewable energy
Grants for homes ‘save billions on big energy projects’
Incentivising households and landlords into renewable tech such as batteries and solar would save billions on large-scale infrastructure, a report says.
Tiwi Islanders take aim at bank’s complaint rejection
ANZ has rejected a complaint from Tiwi traditional owners who say the bank's funding of fossil fuel projects contribute to adverse human rights impacts.
Wanted: funds to pollinate climate, nature start-ups
Investors are being tapped for funding for early-stage companies tackling the climate crisis, the energy transition, new foods and cleaner industry.
Experts want more big solar projects, less nuke talk
The number of large-scale solar projects in Australia needs to rise rapidly, but the nuclear power debate could derail progress, industry experts say.
coal
economy, business and finance
electricity production and distribution
energy
energy and resource
environmental issue
metal and mineral
natural gas
nuclear power
politics
Energy storage sites earmarked to keep the lights on
More power storage rather than nuclear reactors or gas will be crucial for long-term energy security, the industry says, with six more sites up for development.
Charm offensive on Aussie carbon dump for net-zero Asia
Costly carbon capture and storage could be the price Australia must pay for retaining emissions-intensive industrial jobs without pumping out more pollution.
Power bills to drop as Victoria faces gas shortages
Victoria's electricity regulator has shaved about $100 off the default offer for residential customers but some say it will do little to ease cost pressures.
Modest power price drops for NSW, South Australia
The federal energy regulator's latest default market offer will see bills reduce for NSW and SA customers but a rise for those in Queensland.
Coalition commits to nuclear despite damning report
A report has found nuclear energy would be significantly more expensive than renewables but the coalition has backed in plans for the power source
Clean energy transition delays threaten power stability
Power grid upgrade delays and the mothballing of generators will create energy gaps for Australia's eastern states unless there's swift public investment.
New copper mine for Qld’s ‘energy transformation’
A copper mine in Queensland's north has been granted a lease to begin operations, expanding the life of the site for another 10 years.
Mining giant set to sell Australian coal mines in reset
After knocking back a BHP takeover bid, Anglo American is set to sell its Australian coal mines and use funds to reset the multinational's balance sheet.
‘Massive incentive’ to replace diesel with hydrogen
Hydrogen-powered transport could give diesel-powered cars, utes and trucks a run for their money and reduce Australia's reliance on imported fossil fuels.
budgets and budgeting
company information
economy, business and finance
electricity production and distribution
energy
energy and resource
environmental issue
mining
natural gas
oil and gas - downstream activities
oil and gas - upstream activities
politics
transport
Industry rebuffs calls to slash fossil fuel subsidies
Fossil fuel subsides are increasing and undermining Australia's climate efforts, a think tank says, but energy producers insist they're paying plenty of tax.
economy, business and finance
energy and resource
environmental issue
government
natural gas
oil and gas - downstream activities
oil and gas - upstream activities
politics
politics (general)
New resources tax not a ‘fair return’ for Australians
A parliamentary inquiry has ruled in favour of offshore petroleum tax changes but critics say Australians will still not get a fair return on their resources.
company information
diesel fuel
economy, business and finance
energy
energy and resource
oil and gas - downstream activities
transport
Refineries pumped on high-value, ultra-low sulphur fuel
Upgrades are on track for producing ultra-low sulphur fuel suitable for the latest European and American cars, an Australian refiner says.
economy, business and finance
electricity production and distribution
energy
energy and resource
international (foreign) trade
natural gas
politics
‘Unsafe future’: Australia commits to decades more gas
Critics say a plan to lock in gas as a long-term source of energy and export revenue will damage the environment and blow up Australia's climate targets.
alternative energy
economy (general)
energy
energy and resource
energy resources
environmental issue
exports
global warming
natural resources
Australia could cut global emissions with green metals
Australia could remove much more than its share of greenhouse gas emissions by using its natural advantages, a business leader argues.
budgets and budgeting
economy, business and finance
energy and resource
environmental issue
metal and mineral
politics
Hundreds of millions to incentivise clean energy future
A $566 million commitment is part of Australia's long-term plan to incentivise clean energy investment and turn the nation into a renewables superpower.
alternative energy
consumer goods
economy (general)
energy
energy (general)
energy and resource
energy resources
energy saving
environmental politics
politics (general)
renewable energy
Rooftop solar, electric cars could solve energy puzzle
Savvy households could lead Australia's transition to clean energy with solar panels, batteries and electric cars, a report has found, but reforms are needed.
company information
economy, business and finance
electricity production and distribution
energy and resource
environmental issue
indigenous people
metal and mineral
mining
Rio Tinto faces ‘biggest test’ since Juukan Gorge
Rio Tinto is on the hook for water use and what has been described as the biggest test of its reputation since the destruction of ancient Juukan Gorge shelters.
Qld homes receive nation’s biggest energy bill support
The Queensland government is delivering a major rebate amid the cost of living crisis in Australia's biggest energy cash splash for households.
MP throws shade on renewable energy at solar conference
A blistering assessment of Australia's renewable energy investments has shocked attendees at a Brisbane solar event.
EV crash victims could be left to die in battery fires
Emergency responders, mechanics and tow truck drivers need greater training in how to deal with electric vehicle crashes and fires, an inquiry has heard.