Australia’s centre of power to power more electric cars
The first of more than 50 electric vehicle chargers have opened in Canberra's Parliament House as part of an effort to meet growing demand from visitors.
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Businesses still in the slow lane for electric vehicles
Almost one in three businesses have yet to add an electric car to their fleet and half say they will not make a full move until after 2030, a new study finds.
Aussie supermarkets failing in war on plastic: audit
Australian supermarkets have been given an F for fail on plastic waste reduction, with an audit detailing some disturbing practices.
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environmental pollution
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Cash to help WA firms charge ahead with EVs
A WA government scheme to help businesses install electric vehicle chargers could allow more employees to power up during work hours and while the sun shines.
Time and oxygen running short for last of ancient fish
A salmon industry plan to help an endangered fish on the brink of extinction isn't fully funded yet, despite plans to start work next month.
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Most Aussies intend to buy EVs but worry about charging
Almost one in three motorists intend to swap their petrol car for an electric model in the next five years but many are concerned about too few charging points.
Electric LandCruisers expected to drive change in mines
Two climate companies are teaming up to put thousands more electric vehicles into Australian mines, with forecasts thousands will be in use by 2026.
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Sparks fly over claims Aussies are not ready for EVs
A top Toyota executive says hybrid cars are a better fit for Australian drivers right now but Tesla and the industry are hitting back in a fiery debate.
Major car brand launches EV battery recycling plan
Kia Australia has partnered with a Melbourne company to reuse and recycle its electric car batteries when they start to power down.
Town’s water ‘safe’ after toxic chemical discovery
Low levels of PFAS chemicals have been found near a water supply in regional NSW, but authorities say there is no risk to health.
Uber drivers offered 10,000 electric cars in EV push
Uber has teamed with BYD in a push to put more electric vehicles into Australia's ride-sharing network and on to roads.
‘Real world’ car-testing to probe fuel economy promises
A $14 million national testing program will assess the emissions and fuel consumption of up to 200 popular cars, vans and utes.
Australia remains wishlist for Amazon drone deliveries
The online retail giant is ramping up its drone delivery program but plans to fly and land goods in Aussie backyards is still a way off.
Major new threat to Great Barrier Reef identified
Yet another serious threat to the Great Barrier Reef has emerged - invisible flows of groundwater that are dumping harmful nutrients into the fragile ecosystem.
Calls mount for national solution to toxic vape waste
Australia urgently needs a national strategy to deal with hazardous and toxic waste from vaping products, environmental campaigners say.
Industries push govt to expand ban on forever chemicals
Two major Australian industries say the government must expand a planned ban on toxic, so-called forever chemicals amid rising concern about health risks.
Hybrid cars may not be the green machines they seem
Claims that hybrid vehicles are as environmentally friendly as electric cars may be confusing Australian buyers, according to a report into 'greenwashing'.
NRMA to charge EV motorists to power up
Electric car drivers will pay to charge up their vehicles at NRMA stations from this week as the motoring organisation introduces fees for the first time.
More carbon neutral gadgets are coming but check labels
Some of Apple's latest gadgets are made with greener materials and cut pollution with new modes of transport in a move experts say could start a trend.
Fuel prices drive interest in electric and hybrid cars
Millions of low-emission vehicles could soon join Australian roads, with a study revealing more car buyers will shop for electric and hybrid cars.
Lawyers snap up millions from toxic foam settlement
Landowners affected by toxic firefighting foam will receive around 60 per cent of a $132.7 million settlement after legal fees and other costs are deducted.
Australia granted more time to address reef threats
The World Heritage Committee has confirmed it won't yet list the Great Barrier Reef as in-danger but Australia's guardianship remains under close scrutiny.
Reef used to road-test water quality forecasting system
The CSIRO is testing a new system on the Great Barrier Reef that could one day pump out water quality forecasts, much like weather reports.
UN observer slams Australia over toxic threats, climate
Australia has been scolded over contaminated sites, new oil and gas projects and a "reactive" environmental protection framework by a UN investigator.
Stormwater loaded with microplastics from car tyres
Tiny toxic particles from tyres are polluting the stormwater that flows into Australian waterways, but scientists say there are simple solutions available.
Local councils urged to drive electric cars, trucks
Battery-powered garbage trucks and electric cars are among the vehicles being shown to local government leaders ahead of World EV Day.
Salmon farmers at odds with destock call to save skate
Tasmania's salmon industry is resisting advice to destock pens in a harbour in order to save an ancient fish on the brink of extinction.
Sparks to fly in the battle to boost electric vehicles
Car makers and green groups agree Australia needs new laws to get more electric cars in the country but they disagree on what those laws should feature.
Warming slows switch between wet and dry in Australia
Greenhouse gas emissions are affecting an air current that determines how much rain and heat Australia gets, and it could mean longer droughts and floods.
Hydrogen policy revamp needed to cut truck pollution
Australia needs more hydrogen refuelling stations, central production facilities and more ways to transport the fuel to cut transport emissions, a study says.
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Why electric car tech could drive down power prices
Electric vehicles could be the key to cutting power bills and storing renewable energy in Australia, experts say, if new policies and standards allow it.