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Greens MP invokes Whitlam in public housing push – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · Sep 24, 2024

Nukes flayed as solar boost seized to spruik renewables

An increase in renewable energy capacity is being seized as evidence solar power is Australia's right way forward as the debate over nuclear plants heats up.

AAP · Sep 23, 2024

Coalition’s nuclear plan will lead to ‘massive’ electricity shortages and risk blackouts, new analysis warns

Energy minister Chris Bowen says Peter Dutton must explain what happens to national grid over next decade if opposition stops building renewables

The Guardian - AU · Sep 20, 2024

Emissions blowout flagged if coal, gas extended: govt

Australia's emissions could blow out by an additional 1.7 billion tonnes should coal and gas be extended, government analysis has found.

AAP · Sep 7, 2024

Fyles behind in NT election recount – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · Sep 3, 2024

Big batteries win taxpayer support after hectic auction

Big batteries with enough energy storage to power one million homes have been selected for taxpayer funding in the first round of a capacity investment scheme.

AAP · Sep 3, 2024

Offshore wind zone cut to appease locals, save whales

The latest offshore wind zone, slashed by almost half in response to community concerns, has been cautiously welcomed by environmental groups and unions.

AAP · Sep 2, 2024

Carbon credit scheme to be more transparent

The federal government has agreed to multiple recommendations to improve the carbon credit scheme, following a review from the Climate Change Authority.

AAP · Aug 28, 2024

Chief scientist to lead new methane emissions body

A federal task force will be set up to make sure the reporting of Australia's methane emissions is more accurate.

AAP · Aug 25, 2024

Labor pumps $160m into Westpac fund offering lower-interest loans for household energy upgrades

But the loans are only available to those who already have or are approved for a Westpac home or investment loan of at least $150,000

The Guardian - AU · Aug 18, 2024