Ships turned, arrests made at annual climate protest
Rising Tide's attempts to blockade the world's largest coal port are continuing, with activists scaling a ship and more arrest made at the Newcastle Harbour.
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Arrests top 150 as three-day climate action makes waves
A long weekend climate "protestival" has disrupted coal shipping and landed scores of activists under arrest but smaller protests continue.
Flood recovery efforts under way in Asia as deaths rise
Rescuers continue to search for survivors and aid operations is advancing as Thailand, Sri Lanka and Indonesia recover from devastating floods and landslides.
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.
Pope pleads for climate action to save God’s creation
Pope Leo XIV is urging countries at United Nations climate talks to take "concrete actions" to stop climate change that is threatening the planet
Host Brazil pushes for progress on big issues at COP30
COP30 UN climate talks host Brazil is spearheading a push for a detailed road map for the world to phase out or transition away from fossil fuels.
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.
COP30 draft drops effort for new fossil fuel transition
Some nations are pushing hard for the UN climate summit to detail how the world will move away from fossil fuels, but it's been dropped from a draft agreement.
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.
D-day looms for nature overhaul but final deal elusive
The environment minister has urged the coalition and Greens to come to the table and do a deal on big reforms to Australia's nature protections.
Reform urged as native animals face deadly spring
Spring is a high-risk time for native animals as they move around busy roads to breed and forage, prompting calls for nature to be at the core of planning laws.
G20 summit adopts declaration despite US boycott
Leaders at the G20 summit have signed a statement strengthening their commitment to the Paris climate agreement and declaring their support for free trade.
Coalition has ‘mountain to climb’ in dire poll result
Liberal MPs and senators are preparing to convene but are playing down the prospects of a leadership spill as they digest another round of negative polling.
Labor faces major roadblocks in bid to pass nature laws
Labor is facing questions over its attempt to fast-track environmental reforms as the government tries to woo its opponents in the hopes of striking a deal.
Clean-up begins but cyclone threat yet to disappear
The clean-up has begun in the Top End, but a cyclone threat remains as northern Australia braces for more wild weather.
New offers made as clock starts ticking on nature talks
Environmentalists are pleading with the government to strike a deal with the Greens on major reforms which could include a crackdown on native forest logging.
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.
Second-hand car buyers are looking to save petrol too
Hybrid vehicles are not just popular with new car buyers, as figures reveal the low-emission models are making up more second-hand sales.
Elders continue legal battle to protect island homes
The Elders behind a landmark climate case against the federal government say they have to appeal a federal court's decision for the future of their children.
Legal loopholes threaten reef, ex-Treasury boss warns
Closing well-known loopholes that allow widescale clearing of native vegetation is vital if the Great Barrier Reef is to be saved, a policy heavy-hitter warns.
Liberals promise more coal and gas under climate policy
The Liberals are promising cheaper power prices under a plan to abandon climate change targets that could put Australia in breach of international agreements.
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.
Climate saps carbon-absorbing powers of forests, oceans
The carbon budget to limit warning to 1.5C has effectively been exhausted, the latest stocktake warns alongside worrying findings for natural carbon sinks.
New entry about to make electric cars a lot cheaper
Australian motorists can expect to see more price competition in electric vehicles after one auto maker announced the cheapest model to date.
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.
Australia to make eleventh-hour bid to seal COP31 deal
With just days before the next host of the world's biggest climate conference must be decided, Australia is doing all it can to secure its bid.
PM disputes price tag attached to major climate meeting
Suggestions hosting a global climate summit could cost Australian taxpayers more than $2 billion have been rejected by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
Embattled steelworks should become a green iron beacon
Australia should take advantage of its natural resources to lead the world in the green metals race, a report has found, with one facility an obvious choice.
Loss of consensus lamented at UN climate summit
World leaders gathering in Brazil's Amazon rainforest for the UN's annual climate summit are concerned US indifference to the issue could spread
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.
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.