More buyers of new vehicles are opting to save money on petrol with electric cars and hybrid models proving popular in the latest auto industry snapshot.
Some households will get free access to electricity for three hours a day but questions have been raised about unintended consequences from the plan.
Australia's voluntary battery recycling scheme will be allowed to continue but with limited uptake, the public could benefit if more devices were collected.
More than 50 companies are calling on the Australian government to extend support for renewable gas projects.
The federal government has released confidential briefing documents which warn of higher power prices over the months to come.
New homes will not need to be ready to charge electric vehicles after a freeze on the construction code, which some say will stall progress.
Power providers in one state will be allowed to install electric vehicle chargers on their power poles despite opposition to the proposal.
While critical mineral deals are dominating the headlines, green iron and steel partnerships could secure Australia's export future in a low-emission economy.
Cutting emissions from long-haul flights, shipping and trucking remains a challenge but one solution could put Australia in an enviable position.
Moving from coal-fired power stations to renewable energy projects could take longer than expected, a retailer has warned, amid delays and high costs.
Motorists are buying electric vehicles in record numbers but uptake will need to speed up to meet climate targets and experts are calling for change.
Australia's largest electric fleet is expected to grow significantly with the introduction of three-wheeled vehicles capable of carrying more parcels.
More efficient solar cells are getting closer to commercial launch thanks to a breakthrough involving a new design and more durable chemicals.
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 opposition leader has issued a directive to her front bench to respect their colleagues' portfolios as she pushes her team to be more proactive on policy.
Demand for Australia's biggest fossil fuel exports is expected to drop in the coming years but producing green metals could provide a lifeline.
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.
The global financial sector has been urged to prevent further backsliding on climate and to stop funnelling money into new fossil fuels in an open letter.
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.
Households and small businesses will be warned if they are paying more than necessary under a reform designed to encourage more people switch plans.
France, Germany and the United Kingdom have moved to reimpose United Nations sanctions on Iran over its nuclear program.
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.
Major reforms may be needed to wean some Australian industries off diesel and reduce its significant contribution to the nation's carbon emissions.
One of Australia's biggest mining companies says it will continue to pursue green iron and renewable energy projects as iron ore revenues dip.
One of Australia's largest renewable energy transmission projects faces a cost blowout with expanded areas of land for solar, battery and wind.
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.
Utes that can be plugged in and vans that run on batteries have gone on show in Australia for the first time, which experts say is proof the market has moved.
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.
A major contract for a nationally significant undersea electricity cable could torpedo a Liberal premier's chances of forming minority government.
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