economy, business and finance energy energy and resource natural gas

Gas reservation promises ‘downward pressure’ on prices

Australia will divert more of its gas for local use rather than export under a long-awaited reservation policy designed to ward off shortfalls.

energy energy (general) energy and resource environmental issue environmental politics metal and mineral nuclear power renewable energy research

Nukes and carbon capture remain off future energy plan

Wind and solar systems are projected to be the cheapest energy-generating technology in 2050 while small nuclear reactors will cost the most.

breaking_news economy, business and finance energy metal and mineral politics

Smelter’s future secured but cost to taxpayers unclear

Australia's largest aluminium smelter has been handed a government lifeline to ensure it keeps running beyond 2028 amid spiralling energy costs.

economy, business and finance energy environmental issue science and technology

Cheapest path to energy and climate goals locked in

Solar and wind firmed by storage and backed by gas remains the cheapest pathway to meet Australia's growing demand for electricity while reaching climate goals

energy energy (general) energy and resource energy resources environmental issue exports international (foreign) trade investments renewable energy

Australia risks missing net zero without China’s aid

China has emerged as the world's biggest spender on clean energy technology and its lack of investments in Australia could be cause for concern.

alternative energy consumers energy energy (general) energy resources energy saving environmental issue environmental politics housing and urban planning renewable energy

Energy costs force most renters to swelter over summer

Most Australians who rent their home say they avoid using cooling and heating appliances due to high costs.

auto trends automotive equipment consumer goods consumers energy energy (general) energy resources research road transport test/examination transport

Road tests show electric vehicles keep pulling up short

Battery-powered cars have been found using more energy than promised in independent tests, just like their petrol and diesel peers.

economy, business and finance energy environmental issue renewable energy

Skates on to ensure secure exit of major coal plant

The risk of power blackouts remain if necessary security infrastructure can't be sped up to come online in time for a major coal generator to shutter.

consumer goods economy, business and finance energy natural gas political campaigns politics

Liberals go back to basics after crawling to year’s end

The Liberals are attempting to win back the title of "responsible economic managers" and turn over a new leaf after a tumultuous parliamentary year.

consumer goods consumers electricity production and distribution energy energy (general) energy and resource energy resources environmental issue renewable energy

Overpowered: battery rebate could be drained in a year

Australian households are installing more than 1000 solar batteries every day, but their popularity could accelerate the end of the government's rebate scheme.

energy energy (general) energy and resource energy resources energy saving environmental issue environmental pollution renewable energy

Australia needs a ‘wind farm every month’ to meet goals

Australia needs to build the equivalent of one large wind farm every month to meet its 2030 climate target, an expert warns.

alternative energy business (general) diesel fuel energy energy (general) energy and resource energy resources environmental issue regulatory policy and organisation renewable energy

Airlines should face biofuel mandate to level field

Low-carbon fuel orders could be placed on firms to secure the future of Australian biofuels and ensure they can reach their multibillion-dollar potential.

alternative energy business (general) energy energy (general) energy and resource energy resources environmental issue renewable energy research research and development university

Aussie start-up has a ‘solid’ plan to revive hydrogen

An Australian company plans to turn hydrogen into a solid material that is cheaper to produce and could rescue green industries.

coal energy environmental politics global warming politics renewable energy

PM launches blistering attack on climate policy ‘mess’

Anthony Albanese has torn strips off the coalition's climate and energy policies after an apparent about-face over public funding for coal-powered plants.

energy environmental issue environmental politics environmental pollution exports iron and steel metal metal and mineral mining renewable energy research and development

Mining giant reveals deal to turn iron and steel green

One of Australia's largest mining companies will pause its plans to produce greener iron and invest $35 million in emerging local technology.

energy global warming politics

Miners mixed on coalition’s controversial climate plan

Big mining companies are backing in some aspects of Opposition Leader Sussan Ley's plan to wind back key climate policies but are still committed to net zero.

auto trends automotive equipment consumer goods energy energy (general) energy and resource environmental issue renewable energy road transport transport

The vast and the curious: electric car expo shows range

Battery-powered sports cars, vans, SUVs and motorbikes will go on show in Melbourne but organisers say some attendees may need test drives to win them over.

energy energy (general) environmental issue environmental politics exports iron and steel metal metal and mineral mining renewable energy

One state could help Australia lead green metals race

Australia could help to reduce carbon emissions around the world using green metals but one state is likely to play a bigger role than others.

corrupt practices corruption economy, business and finance energy energy (general) espionage and intelligence government contract government departments unrest, conflicts and war

Ukraine-UK plot to steal MiG-31 jet foiled, says Russia

Ukraine and British intelligence offered Russian pilots millions of dollars to steal a jet armed with a Kinzhal hypersonic missile, Moscow says.

energy energy and resource environmental issue environmental politics exports heavy construction iron and steel metal and mineral mining politics (general)

Green steel given pride of place in major govt projects

Steel made with green energy will be preferred on major government projects in a move hailed by renewables advocates as a step forward for Australian industry.

breaking_news energy global warming politics

Liberals risk joining ‘baddies’ with fossil-fuel push

Australia cannot pull out of the Paris Agreement, a Liberal frontbencher has declared, as his party prepares to face off over climate and energy policy.

alternative energy diplomacy energy environmental issue environmental politics environmental pollution global warming nature politics pollution

Germany supports Brazil’s forest plan at climate talks

World leaders gathered on the edge of the imperilled Amazon rainforest for a second day of talks at the world's most important meeting on climate change.

energy energy and resource environmental issue environmental politics environmental pollution exports iron and steel metal and mineral mining politics (general) renewable energy

Hydrogen or bust: green iron projects struggle with gas

A study called 'How To Spend a Billion Dollars' says a guaranteed supply of renewable energy will be vital for the success of green iron and steel projects.

energy energy and resource environmental issue environmental politics politics

High-stakes meetings to thrash out Liberal energy plan

The Liberals and Nationals are a step closer to formalising their approach to energy and climate policy, with a series of crucial meetings scheduled.

alternative energy consumer issue - macro economics economy (general) energy energy (general) energy and resource environmental issue environmental politics regulatory policy and organisation renewable energy

Fears ‘free’ electricity could come with hidden costs

Some households will get free access to electricity for three hours a day but questions have been raised about unintended consequences from the plan.

consumer goods energy energy (general) energy and resource energy resources environmental issue litigation and regulation regulatory policy and organisation

Collect ’em all: call for widespread battery recycling

Australia's voluntary battery recycling scheme will be allowed to continue but with limited uptake, the public could benefit if more devices were collected.

energy energy resources indigenous people politics social issue

Prepaid electricity leaving vulnerable people powerless

Families forced to prepay for power are experiencing a high number of electricity disconnections, exposing them to dangerous temperatures, a report has found.

energy energy and resource environmental politics parties and movements political campaigns politics renewable energy

Nationals council ditches net zero from policy platform

The Nationals federal council has voted to abandon achieving net zero emissions from the party platform as MPs are poised to finalise their position on climate.

business enterprises company information energy energy and resource environmental issue environmental politics environmental pollution metal and mineral mining oil and gas - upstream activities renewable energy

Mining boss skewers Trump over moves against renewables

Renewable energy is taking over from oil, coal and gas, an Australian mining magnate has told shareholders, and efforts to hold back the trend are misguided.

alternative energy energy energy (general) energy and resource energy resources environmental issue environmental politics natural gas oil and gas - upstream activities politics (general) renewable energy

Don’t forget gas: industry calls for renewable support

More than 50 companies are calling on the Australian government to extend support for renewable gas projects.

energy energy and resource environmental cleanup environmental issue environmental politics environmental pollution exports metal and mineral mining renewable energy

Old batteries could deliver critical mineral shortcuts

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.