Federal Climate Minister Chris Bowen has taken a swing at his political opponents, claiming a "cabal of climate denial" runs policy in the federal opposition.
Extreme weather is gripping parts of Europe, the US and Asia as the World Meteorological Organization warns of the increased risk of heart attacks and deaths.
One in every two Australian businesses is likely to start electrifying vehicle fleets in the next two years and some are already stocking up on the cars.
Queensland's environment minister is meeting rangers and traditional owners on K'gari after a woman was attacked by a pack of dingoes on the beach.
Introducing an ambitious fuel-efficiency standard in Australia could cut pollution and save motorists money on fuel and car maintenance, according to research.
The resources regulator has determined a mining giant unlawfully took water at a time of extreme drought in rural NSW but has declined to prosecute.
More extreme weather is forecast as Australians braces for warmer, drier conditions this summer after heavy rain and record floods.
The price of another new electric vehicle has dropped below $40,000 in Australia on the same day the country recorded a record number of sales.
An Australian electric vehicle start-up, founded by three former Tritium executives, is planning to expand after securing a $5 million investment.
El Nino conditions will likely make 2024 the world's hottest year on record, leaving Australia in a precarious position for bushfires.
Reducing emissions from flights is the aim of $30 million in grant funding with a recent report calling sustainable fuel the "only viable near-term option".
Scientists have developed an easier way to narrow the selection process for the best coral species to restore reefs as global warming threatens survival.
Chemicals giant Orica expects to be a winner in the latest boom because miners need tech to find new ore and explosives to blast critical minerals out of rock.
Mining on the moon is starting small as Australia and NASA prepare to develop self-sustaining habitats to support a giant leap to Mars.
More Australian drivers are getting behind the wheel of bigger and heavier vehicles and experts say it's not electric cars to blame for the growing trend.
The first prime-mover powered by hydrogen will hit Australian roads within months after PepsiCo revealed plans to trial the vehicle technology in Queensland.
Global demand for Australia's critical minerals is giving Treasurer Jim Chalmers optimism about mining's future in a net-zero emissions world.
A rush to beat the end of electric vehicle subsidies is on in Victoria while hundreds of subsidies remain available in other states.
A think tank has called for a critical minerals compact with South Korea to electrify the start of an onshore battery minerals processing industry in Australia.
Mining regions will need support from governments to diversify their economies as the demand for fossil fuels declines, a report shows.
As mines open, developers are urged to consider the knowledge of generations who have come before and who should be part of planning for eventual closure.
Authorities have issued a fresh warning to stay away from marine animals' remains after releasing video of a shark feeding frenzy on a humpback carcass.
A mining conference has heard values-driven consumers don't want 'dirty' electric cars that use unsustainable minerals in their production.
Governments need to be bold and brave to increase supplies of materials for electric cars, solar panels and wind turbines, the mining industry says.
The car subscription trend is about to turn five years old in Australia but companies say customers are not using the service as expected.
The mining industry has been warned investment plans are still geared to gradual climate action, leaving the world short on supplies for a swift energy change.
The Australian arm of Indian conglomerate Adani says a journalist who attended its Carmichael mine in Queensland was trespassing.
The lowest price for an electric vehicle in Australia has fallen even lower as automakers battle for a slice of the market.
Australian projects to cut emissions from air travel will get a $30 million boost and support from a new industry body.
More than a quarter of a million new jobs could be up for grabs if Australia can supply factory-ready materials for the world's electric cars and clean energy.
An eradication program will begin after a routine yard check revealed a large new infestation of yellow crazy ants near Cairns.
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