COP28 agreement a ‘death knell’ for fossil fuels
A climate agreement at the COP28 summit urging countries to transition away from fossil fuels has been welcomed by Australian campaigners.
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Cars will need to be twice as green to avoid luxury tax
High-end vehicles will need to become more fuel-efficient to avoid a 33 per cent tax under changes in a federal budget update.
New COP28 text cites ‘transition’ from fossil fuels
A new proposed final text from the COP28 climate summit has toughened language on fossil fuels, from reducing their use, to 'transitioning away'.
‘Broken’ biodiversity protections in need of overhaul
Urgent changes are needed to Australia's biodiversity offsets system, which is failing to stem the rapid destruction of the environment, experts warn.
Australia won’t sign ‘death certificate’ climate deal
A draft deal from the world's biggest climate talks has been decried as a "death certificate" for island nations and Australia, the US and Japan won't sign it.
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Electric buses to drive tourism in Far North Queensland
Remote areas of Queensland will get 12 new low-emission buses in a project designed to inspire more tourism operations to go electric.
Researchers uncover trove of species in own backyard
A mosquito, a flatworm and a sandfly were officially discovered in Australia for the first time when scientists went searching in their backyard.
Urgency ramps up as climate talks enter final days
A new draft of a key text has emerged as delegates at the United Nations climate talks attempt to negotiate an agreement.
COP28 clashes over fossil fuels after OPEC pushback
A letter from OPEC urging agains a deal at COP28 that would outlaw fossil fuels entirely has been blasted as "out of whack" and indicating a "whiff of panic".
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Why fossil fuel cars may dominate for another decade
Just one in four new cars sold in Australia will be electric by 2030, according to new forecasts that experts say should inspire urgent change.
COP28 mulls end to fossil fuels in move opposed by OPEC
At least 80 countries are demanding a COP28 deal that calls for an eventual end to fossil fuel use as OPEC members push back.
COP28 leader urges nations come out of ‘comfort zones’
The thorny issue of how the almost 200 countries at COP28 will handle fossil fuels, the main source of climate-warming emissions, remains unresolved.
States swelter in 40C temps as bushfire risk soars
A heatwave across four states has left Australians sweltering and placed firefighters on high alert, as schools closed and thousands of people lost power.
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Households could halve electricity bills with upgrades
Australian households could save more than $2000 a year on energy bills by upgrading older homes, a report says, but some may need subsidies.
Air New Zealand to go electric with cargo plane
A battery-powered plane will join the Air New Zealand fleet within two years as part of a plan to tackle the "wicked" challenge of cutting air travel emissions.
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Community groups power the switch to renewable energy
Local energy projects are powering up in Australia, with a report showing they have generated enough electricity to power 2800 homes for a year.
Heat alert as states hit with scorching conditions
High temperatures are forecast for many parts of Australia with heatwave warnings issued for most states and territories.
NT net zero policy ditched after pushback by gas giants
A net zero emissions proposal for new NT onshore gas projects was ditched after the government quietly consulted with the gas industry, documents show.
Fossil fuel phase out on table at COP28 climate talks
An 'orderly and just phase out' of fossil fuels is one of the options countries at the UN COP28 climate summit are considering for their final agreement.
Electric hatchbacks recalled due to charging danger
One of Australia's cheapest electric vehicles is being recalled after authorities discovered a potentially fatal charging issue.
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BYD reveals Aussie electric dreams, plans to expand
Electric car brand BYD has announced plans to expand its stores and service centres in Australia in a bid to claim a larger share of vehicle sales.
Climate finance takes centre stage at COP28 summit
COP28's Emirati hosts have set a fast pace on cheque signing amid the United Nations climate summit's biggest-ever attendance from business and finance firms.
Australia too slow to charge into electric trucks
A lack of chargers, policies and financial help means Australian companies are being slower to trade in their diesel trucks for electric models.
Aussies flock to solar power as electricity prices soar
Skyrocketing electricity prices have prompted more Australian families to turn to solar power to save money.
Countries to promise clean energy boost at COP28
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says 110 countries are backing a pledge at COP28 to triple clean power and slash fossil fuel use.
Consumer advocates call for ban on ‘green’ weasel words
Vague and misleading marketing terms like 'for the planet' should be banned in Australia, according to a report analysing green claims in social media ads.
UN chief, COP28 president clash on fossil fuels’ future
Ending our use of fossil fuels is the only way to arrest global warming, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has told COP28 delegates.
McLaren race in to help with Great Barrier Reef project
The Formula One team McLaren Racing have teamed up with global environmental projects, including one to help restore the Great Barrier Reef.
COP28 opens with plea to work together on fossil fuels
International climate talks have begun in Dubai, with the incoming COP28 president calling for co-operation between governments and fossil fuel companies.
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Climate information integrity threat ahead of summit
The climate crisis is being made worse by an information crisis, with some Australian outlets accused of peddling fake news and adding to confusion and delay.
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Electric cars cut emissions in half, analysis shows
An online calculator shows electric cars produce as much as 60 per cent less carbon than petrol vehicles and motorists can make deeper cuts using solar power.