Tesla is pulling away from its major rival in the electric vehicle race, a study has found, but other major automakers are falling behind the pack.
Fatbergs are on the rise, prompting a campaign to remind people not to flush items down the toilet that could cause blockages in Sydney's sewer system.
So-called 'ocean plastic' is the poster child of greenwashing shams Australian face when they head to the grocery store, a federal inquiry has been told.
Fleet firms and charging networks are preparing for a surge in electric car investments after Australia's fuel-efficiency standard begins.
Testing has shown eight popular vehicles, from petrol hatchbacks to diesel SUVs, produce more emissions than lab tests promised, and some break lab limits.
The Swedish furniture giant will install chargers for electric vans and trucks at all of its local stores in a move designed to inspire low-emission deliveries.
The full bench of the Federal Court has dismissed an appeal by campaigners related to how the federal environment minister considers fossil fuel projects.
Some of the world's biggest vehicle manufacturers are slowing progress on electric cars, a report has found.
Residents who fear what a NSW coal mine might be doing to their health have gone to court, arguing its environmental licence is not fit for purpose.
This year's federal budget will include the biggest cash injection in active transport options in more than a decade.
A green group says drivers should be given more information about the vehicles brought to Australia under the upcoming New Vehicle Efficiency Standard.
Aussie drivers have snapped up a record number of new vehicles in 2024 despite challenging economic conditions, with big and hybrid vehicles popular.
A blistering assessment of Australia's renewable energy investments has shocked attendees at a Brisbane solar event.
New rules will force electric and hybrid vehicles to make sounds at low speeds next year, in a move that could save the lives of Australian pedestrians.
Laws to reduce vehicle emissions are on track to make a bigger environmental impact than disconnecting gas appliances, according to a study.
Almost one in three motorists who intend to buy a car in the next year will shop for an electric model, but high prices are slowing adoption rates.
The Gold Coast City Council is under investigation after a broken pipe spilt more than 350 million litres of sewage into a river over a period of months.
Blocking electric vehicle charging bays attracts penalties in most parts of Australia but figures show the fines are not being applied consistently.
Australian mining companies will have more electric ute options after a local company partnered with Rivian to bring its low-emission vehicles to the country.
Electric and hybrid utes are queuing up to launch in Australia following policy changes, and experts say they offer benefits which could attract new fans.
Tech giant Google will introduce a series of features designed to save fuel or car trips to celebrate Earth Day.
Hybrid cars have more than doubled in popularity in the past year, surpassing electric vehicles and eating into petrol and diesel car sales.
Queensland scientists have created a way to produce electricity using carbon dioxide in a development they say could power phones and computers.
People who live in apartments are less likely to benefit from solar power or efficient electric appliances and they need targeted help, a conference has heard.
A fourth global coral bleaching event is under way, the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has declared.
Scientists are rattled over the latest bleaching event on the Great Barrier Reef, saying it will not survive the ongoing exploitation of fossil fuels.
Two in every five Aussie motorists are expected to be driving an electric car in the next five years, even though the cost remains a hurdle for many road users.
Australians could halve transport pollution by the end of the decade and improve people's health with a new study showing the hard changes needed to get there.
In a draft decision, Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek has refused a development application that would have dredged wetlands east of Brisbane.
Parking beside an electric car charger but failing to use it will risk penalties in another state after two new fines were introduced.
Sports utility vehicles dominated new car sales in Australia during March, according to new figures, but sales of low-emission cars are accelerating.
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