Pricey bills to carry clear alerts for cheaper plans
Households and small businesses will be warned if they are paying more than necessary under a reform designed to encourage more people switch plans.
energy
auto trends
automotive equipment
consumers
energy
environmental issue
renewable energy
road transport
transport
Electric car safety check could spark second-hand sales
It is the most expensive and vital element of an electric vehicle and more companies are offering to test it to rev up the used car market.
alternative energy
economy, business and finance
energy
energy and resource
environmental issue
renewable energy
Faster approvals considered in nature law overhaul
A shake up of Australia's environment laws is being considered, which will determine where developments can be built and where they should be blocked.
alternative energy
energy
energy and resource
energy resources
environmental issue
environmental politics
exports
politics (general)
regulatory policy and organisation
renewable energy
Winds of change: reforms coming for renewable energy
Offshore wind technology could give Australia's renewable energy a significant boost but projects are facing headwinds, both locally and abroad.
Wind farm axed after community, approval concerns
A wind farm proposal with 226 turbines spanning three regions will not go ahead after community feedback led to a state government scrapping the idea.
Ukraine to retaliate after Russia hits power sector
Russia and Ukraine have both intensified air strikes in recent weeks despite US President Donald Trump's attempt to end the conflict.
energy
energy (general)
energy and resource
energy resources
environmental issue
environmental politics
exports
metal and mineral
natural resources
renewable energy
Australia risks losing green iron race after head start
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.
Ditch the diesel: the five sectors urged to go green
Major reforms may be needed to wean some Australian industries off diesel and reduce its significant contribution to the nation's carbon emissions.
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economy, business and finance
energy
energy (general)
energy and resource
energy resources
exports
finance (general)
metal and mineral
Iron ore giant’s profit falls, green energy vow stays
One of Australia's biggest mining companies says it will continue to pursue green iron and renewable energy projects as iron ore revenues dip.
Nationals vow to take nuclear policy to next election
David Littleproud has detailed the four key policies that led to the Nationals splitting from the Liberals, as he vows to take nuclear to the next election.
Grid reliability gaps covered, if no project delays
Australia's investment pipeline for clean energy, storage and transmission to replace coal is "healthy", but project delays pose reliability questions.
Call to screw the cap on $11 billion diesel subsidy
More mining giants may clean up their operations if the government capped generous credits on diesel fuel and incentivised green projects, a report finds.
auto trends
automotive equipment
consumer goods
diesel fuel
energy
environmental issue
environmental politics
environmental pollution
litigation and regulation
politics
politics (general)
productivity
road transport
transport
Charge ahead: road taxes may be closer than they appear
A road user charge targeting electric vehicle drivers is gaining widespread approval but how it will work and when it will arrive remains up for debate.
Liquid gas investment inflates Origin Energy’s profit
Profits are up for Australia's largest energy company despite challenges from the price of coal, energy tariffs and power plant uncertainty.
Bright idea for businesses to power household bill cuts
Solar panels installed on commercial and industrial buildings could deliver savings to nearby residents in a trial proposed by a major energy firm.
alternative energy
business (general)
energy
energy (general)
energy and resource
energy resources
environmental issue
environmental politics
exports
metal and mineral
mining
pollution
renewable energy
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.
Premier stakes leadership on national power cable deal
A major contract for a nationally significant undersea electricity cable could torpedo a Liberal premier's chances of forming minority government.
consumer goods
consumers
energy
energy (general)
energy and resource
energy saving
environmental issue
environmental politics
politics (general)
renewable energy
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.
Bundoora to Host Melbourne’s Largest Electric Bus Depot in Major Clean Transport Milestone
Melbourne’s north is set to lead Australia in clean public transport with the construction of the country’s largest electric bus depot in Bundoora, enabling 188 zero-emissions buses to service the region under a fully integrated, state-backed initiative.
alternative energy
energy
energy (general)
energy and resource
energy resources
environmental issue
exports
renewable energy
research
summit
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.
electricity production and distribution
energy
energy (general)
energy and resource
environmental politics
natural gas
nuclear policy
nuclear power
politics (general)
renewable energy
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.
energy
energy (general)
energy and resource
energy resources
environmental issue
environmental politics
environmental pollution
exports
politics (general)
renewable energy
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.
consumers
energy
energy (general)
energy and resource
energy resources
environmental issue
environmental politics
lifestyle (house and home)
renewable energy
research
research and development
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.
alternative energy
energy
energy (general)
energy and resource
energy resources
environmental issue
environmental politics
regulatory policy and organisation
renewable energy
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.
auto trends
automotive equipment
consumers
diesel fuel
energy
energy (general)
environmental issue
environmental politics
renewable energy
road transport
transport
Power up: boost for roadside electric vehicle chargers
Electric vehicle drivers will be able to recharge in more places after a substantial infrastructure investment designed to generate wider adoption.
automotive equipment
consumers
diesel fuel
energy
environmental issue
politics (general)
renewable energy
road transport
A long haul: electric trucks still face speed bumps
Questions about the price of low-emission trucks, how they can be charged and where they can be driven are slowing down pollution cuts, an inquiry has heard.
auto trends
automotive equipment
consumers
diesel fuel
energy
environmental issue
politics (general)
renewable energy
road transport
Sparks fly over competition in electric car charging
Australian drivers need more access to electric car chargers, an inquiry has heard, but companies are split over who should be allowed to deliver them.
Global energy CO2 emissions reached record high in 2024
Global conflicts have affected energy supplies, keeping fossil fuel use high, despite record power from renewable sources.
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consumer goods
consumers
energy
environmental issue
litigation and regulation
renewable energy
Greenwashing lawsuit to test ‘overstated’ gas claims
Claims about the future of renewable gas will be tested in Federal Court after the competition regulator launched its biggest greenwashing lawsuit to date.
energy
energy resources
environmental politics
politics
politics (general)
renewable energy
state budget and tax
Alarm as LNP takes wind out of energy plan, renewables
Plans to prop up ageing coal-fired power stations by a state government have been labelled a "waste of money" amid concerns over its energy transition.
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.