Aussie drivers need more electric utes, more incentives
Electric vehicles will not be adopted at rates necessary to reach emissions targets, an inquiry has heard, without tax and financial incentives.
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agriculture
conservation
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forestry and timber
forests
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Farming fuels NSW land clearing crisis: data
NSW cleared an area more than 160 times the size of Sydney's CBD in a single year, new government figures show.
Australia inks $660 million hydrogen pact with Germany
A hydrogen investment pact with Germany will support new commercial supply and access to the European market for the emerging industry.
Australia could be global launch pad for green flights
Aviation experts say Australia could lead the world in carbon-cutting jet fuel if governments and the industry take action in the next year.
Fears skate extinction will damage Tasmania’s image
Tasmanian businesses have formed a new group to campaign for the salvation of an ancient fish, fearing its demise could cost them dearly.
Death most likely outcome for koalas in care: vet data
Most sick and injured koalas that wind up in the care of vets are put down, a grim new analysis of data shows.
Federal minister’s lack of control on logging ‘absurd’
Federal independents are mounting a renewed push to get the environment minister to deal with state-based logging threats to endangered species.
Tourist hotspots face climate change ‘peril’
A report from a global insurance giant reveals half of Australia's tourist hotspots face high risks, and possible "natural peril" from climate change.
Emissions blowout flagged if coal, gas extended: govt
Australia's emissions could blow out by an additional 1.7 billion tonnes should coal and gas be extended, government analysis has found.
Good news for some threatened species as numbers rise
Many threatened species in NSW national parks are heading in the right right direction, while efforts are underway in Queensland to boost wombat numbers.
Nation failing to pull species back from brink: report
A new report card has given Australia an F, for fail, for its efforts to bring the nation's endangered plants and animals back from the brink.
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Heavy electric vehicles face roadblocks in Australia
Electric trucks could cut emissions significantly, an inquiry has heard, but inconsistent regulations were making it hard for businesses to invest.
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Red meat, nuclear power off the climate response menu
Australia must cut emissions more quickly and fairly, environmental and social advocates say, while investors welcome clarity from an official climate review.
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consumer goods
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transport
Cost of living puts the brakes on new vehicle sales
Vehicle sales have slowed down in Australia, with passenger and petrol cars taking significant hits, but the industry says it is still a "positive result".
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Surprise state shines brightest in solar energy ranking
Victoria may have better coffee, NSW a more iconic bridge, but Queensland is winning the race for solar energy in a report card from the Climate Council.
Trial for tech that strips forever chemicals from water
There's rising global concern about a vast family of toxic man-made chemicals but Queensland scientists have developed a promising new solution.
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electricity production and distribution
energy
environmental issue
nuclear power
politics
Big batteries win taxpayer support after hectic auction
Big batteries with enough energy storage to power one million homes have been selected for taxpayer funding in the first round of a capacity investment scheme.
Twenty species added to extinction risk list
Another 20 species have been added to Australia's endangered list including imperilled plants and animals.
Fines for feeding crocodiles bite harder
People who feed or interact with crocodiles will face harsher penalties under new public safety measures.
economy, business and finance
electricity production and distribution
energy
energy and resource
environmental issue
politics
Energy investment off track for 2030 renewables target
A peak industry body has sounded the alarm over the pace of investment in renewable energy generation and storage, with Australia set to miss the 2030 target.
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End of the road for Qld’s electric car rebate scheme
In a move advocates say is premature Australia's most generous electric vehicle rebate scheme will end almost one year early.
PM criticised for walking back from environment pledge
Environment groups are dismayed after the prime minister indicated he was open to stripping decision-making powers from Australia's new watchdog for nature.
Pacific First Nations people sound alarm on climate
A coalition of environmental and First Nations groups condemned Australia's addiction to fossil fuels during this week's Pacific summit in Tonga.
Landowners lock the gate on mandatory fire ant baiting
A national program designed to stop the march of a deadly and destructive super pest is facing rising community resistance to mandatory baiting.
‘Fanciful’ to tie power bill cap to coal-plant deal
The idea that a deal to keep open Australia's largest coal power station until 2027 could include a power price guarantee to help consumers has been dismissed.
Sanctuary burning: sting in the tail for mangrove rays
A particular type of habitat that could serve as a temporary sanctuary for stingrays is set to become too hot to handle.
Indigenous rangers sharing knowledge to protect Country
First Nations people at the forefront of protecting country have gathered to share their land and sea management strategies for the first time in a decade.
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Two regional cities may unlock Aussie renewable future
The Queensland cities of Townsville and Gladstone have been singled out as key to Australia's future in clean exports at a renewable energy event.
More cash to recycle soft plastic after REDcycle fiasco
More than 43,000 tonnes of hard to recycle plastics will be diverted from Victorian dumps each year under a $15.6 million investment program.
BHP’s climate transition ‘more than window dressing’
Resources giant BHP has defended the carbon footprint of its mining operations even as demand for traditional commodities and future-facing products expands.
Tourist spot camping ban proposed after dingo attacks
Families with young children could be banned from camping outside unfenced areas at a popular tourist spot after a spate of dingo attacks.