Noisy, smelly and thirsty: call to pause data centres
Australia is on track to become a world leader for data centres powering the AI revolution but experts say their approvals need greater scrutiny.
energy (general)
Australia’s data centre dilemma: energy boom or bust?
Tech giants are spending billions of dollars to make Australia an artificial intelligence destination but its impact on the nation is up for debate.
Competition puts Australia’s green iron edge at risk
Australia's renewable energy and rich iron ore deposits make it a potential leader in green iron and steel but other nations may be closing the gap.
Electric car sales surge ahead amid fuel uncertainty
Australian drivers have broken the record for electric car sales again, as petrol and diesel-powered vehicle sales stall.
After the sun sets: hub to tackle coming e-waste crisis
With millions of solar power systems installed across the country, a national research centre will probe what to do with the panels at the end of their lives.
Trial could boost Australia’s bid to be battery leader
A multimillion-dollar pilot program will test whether Australia can produce more materials for electric vehicle batteries with less impact on the environment.
Impact on inflation from fuel price hike to be revealed
The first inflation figures since the Iran war started, causing petrol prices to skyrocket, will give clues on its cost - with home-buyers watching closely.
‘Like charging a phone’: $1.5m boost for EV network
More than 400 apartment buildings could get access to electric vehicle chargers as part of a push to remove a speed bump to their adoption.
Ukraine hits refinery, Putin says attacks intensifying
President Vladimir Putin has complained about a growing number of Ukrainian attacks on civilian sites in Russia, pointing to strikes on oil facilities.
Electric vehicle batteries could spark recycling market
An Australian company will create a recycling plant for the batteries used in households and electric cars after a multimillion-dollar investment.
Drivers’ fuel spend finally drops as oil channel shuts
Australian motorists are caught between the US and Iran as the Islamic republic backflips on a promise to reopen a critical shipping route.
Hopes for Iran war deal grow but nuclear issues hanging
The US and Iran feel good about resuming talks to end the Middle East war, but differences remain over Iran's nuclear program.
High-performance EVs and hatchbacks ready to steal show
After smashing sales records in Australia, electric vehicles are expected to be in high demand at the largest motor show in the southern hemisphere.
Discount loans to rev up Aussie electric vehicle market
A $100 million scheme designed to cut the cost of buying an electric vehicle will launch during a period of record demand.
Electric car race speeds up as fuel crisis drags on
The global fuel crisis could be a turning point for electric vehicle sales in Australia, with one subscription service reporting record adoption.
Fill ‘er up: electric trucks plug into charging network
Three electric truck charging hubs will be built in one Australian capital city in the first stage of a project designed to power up the transport transition.
Iran hits Kuwaiti oil refinery, blasts boom over Tehran
Israel and Iran have launched fresh attacks on each other, a day after Tehran struck an Israeli oil refinery.
Renewable energy project may help blow down power bills
The savings from a new type of energy project could slash electricity bills for households in Victoria, NSW and Queensland, and consume less farming land.
High-power pit stop: quantum batteries could rev up EVs
The next generation of batteries could power up electric cars within minutes and Australian researchers have developed a world-first proof-of-concept.
Iran hits back at Gulf refineries after Israeli strike
The latest escalation in the Iran war heightens the disruption of global energy supplies that has raised the political stakes for US President Donald Trump.
Australia risks being lapped in the race for green fuel
Neighbouring countries including Indonesia and Malaysia could beat Australia to lead the sustainable aviation fuel market despite its potential.
Servos under the pump over quickfire fuel price hikes
Petrol and diesel prices were hiked dramatically almost straight after war broke out in the Middle East, the consumer watchdog has found.
Postcode where more drivers plug into electric car cuts
More than 100,000 Australians have taken advantage of the federal government's tax exemption for electric vehicles but households in one location are most keen.
Aussie drivers divided over petrol vs electric future
Many Australian motorists plan to park an electric or hybrid vehicle in their garage in future but one policy change could alter their path.
Energy rating report card urged for all Aussie homes
More than seven million homes will be eligible to receive a mark out of 10 for their energy efficiency but experts say the assessments should become mandatory.
More electric trucks, motorbikes to deliver carbon cuts
It boasts Australia's largest fleet of electric vehicles but one company plans to put even more electric trucks and motorcycles on the road to lower emissions.
Car sales slow down but electric vehicles charge ahead
Electric vehicles have broken sales records in Australia even as the larger automotive market stalled, with sales of petrol and hybrid models falling.
Dumpster fire: Aussie households fail the battery test
Millions of households are risking fires by getting rid of batteries in dangerous ways and the popularity of lithium batteries is raising the stakes.
Pump it up: former PM calls for action on hydropower
Hydropower projects should receive more support and faster approvals if Australia is to meet its renewable energy targets, a group has warned.
National recycling pilot to stop solar energy eclipse
A national trial will recycle solar panels at the end of their working lives to extract valuable metals and boost Australia's circular economy.
Charges and changes: electric car shifts coming in 2026
Twists and turns are coming to Australia's electric car market, from a potential road-user charge and tax reform to the price of models launching on our shores.