Road trip could deliver solar-powered cars
Cheap and lightweight solar cells from a printer could fuel cars and homes in future, an inventor says, after an electric vehicle test around Australia.
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NSW wind farm defies high-profile critics
The official opening of a wind farm near Canberra has been more than 10 years in the making, but landowners are now "drinking silver" from the revenue stream.
Australia’s 100-million solar panel puzzle
Going solar or upgrading an old rooftop system may slash power bills and cut emissions, but Aussies won't help to save the world if panels end up as landfill.
Qld coal exports omitted from climate plan
Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk is open to more ambitious emissions targets, but says the future of the state's coal mines depends on market demand.
State vs state: Green transport rankings place Queensland behind the pack
Some Australian states and territories are making better transport choices than others, according to a new report from the Climate Council.
Electric vehicle named car of the year
An electric vehicle has claimed Carsales' car of the year title for the second year running, with one judge saying it could prove a point to naysayers.
Qld govt reveals northern energy super hub
Two major infrastructure projects have been revealed by the Queensland government as part of a clean energy super hub in the state's north.
Regional towns power up for EV road trips
More electric vehicle charging stations are being installed on major highways in Australia, with another five opened in regional towns.
Batteries, baby vows as Vic deficit rises
Victoria's budget deficit forecast has blown out by $500 million in 10 days as the major parties earmark more election cash for batteries and babies.
Renewable energy parts makers eye Qld
The Queensland government says 230 companies are interested in setting up manufacturing plants for renewable energy generation parts in the state.
China to support climate, not with cash
China has told the COP27 climate summit it will support developing countries tackling climate damage, but that won't involve contributing financially.
Aussie e-bike riders unlock safer map app
An app designed to help nervous cyclists avoid hills and busy roads will reach more Australians as part of a new deal with an e-bike service.
Winners, losers named in electric car race
The world's car brands have been ranked and rated on their progress towards an electric future and some big names won't be happy with their spot.
Qld to review state electricity generators
The Queensland government will review whether electricity generators can maintain "system reliability and security" during its planned renewables transition.
Power struggle: charging challenge for EVs
Australia's switch to electric cars is accelerating but connected a charger to every home threatens to put the brakes on progress.
Volvo shocks with Aussie electric target
Volvo's Australian arm has revealed plans to stop selling new petrol vehicles by 2026, four years earlier than its global target.
Electric buses reach two million milestone
More than two million Australians have taken a ride on an electric bus but experts predict many more will do so as states set zero-emission deadlines.
Electric tuk-tuks to deliver more parcels
Three-wheeled electric tuk-tuks will be rolled out for parcel deliveries in Australia in the latest push to get more petrol and diesel vehicles off the roads.
Electric car drivers to stay in fast lane
Some drivers will be offered shortcuts through traffic for another year in the latest push to encourage electric vehicle adoption in Australia.
Electric incentives: how to save on an EV
Australians could soon save more than $11,000 on the cost of an electric vehicle but the discounts will depend on where they live and drive.
Service stations to get extreme makeover
Petrol stations will undergo a major change over the coming years, becoming places to hang out and recharge rather than simply fill up and go.
Partners ease electric car ‘range anxiety’
A big name in petrol is partnering with the world's largest electric vehicle manufacturer to make EV charging simpler in Australia.
NSW, Vic pledge to power electric vehicles
Australia will get a boost to electric vehicle charging stations with another 500 to be delivered in NSW and 600 promised for Victoria.
Lack of fuel standard a handbrake on EVs
Wait times are long and prices high for electric vehicles in Australia but experts say one policy could trigger a U-turn.
‘Flight shaming’ could hurt Aussie travel
An expert has warned the Australian travel industry must take action to address aircraft emissions, or face backlash from consumers.
Running out of petrol: Electric car sales up 65%
Electric car sales are soaring in Australia, according to the latest State of EV report, but one state is outperforming the others.
Call to Queensland businesses to make renewable energy parts during coming boom
The Queensland government is planning to set up a new manufacturing sector to make parts and components needed for its renewable energy transition.
Qld fracking risks leaving assets stranded
A new report from an anti-fracking group says projects in the Lake Eyre basin are unviable, as evidenced by one energy company recently abandoning its plans.
Queensland’s energy transition welcomed
Long-term energy targets have been welcomed as the Queensland government announced the modernisation of it's energy sector in a 10-year plan.
Queensland bets on pumped hydro and eyes an end to publicly-owned coal
The "largest pumped hydro storage in the world" is at the heart of an energy plan where Queensland will legislate a renewable energy target of 80 pct by 2035.
Renewable energy project gets $160m boost
A landmark agreement to fast-track connection of Australia's largest wind farm precinct to the national electricity grid has been inked.