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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

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

Community battery for Bondi, wind farm for regional Vic

Bondi residents can now access solar power from a community battery, while a wind farm that will supply power for 200,000 Victorian homes has been approved.

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Fernleigh Track is an asset to the city, but there's one problem

Letters: A new arrival's view of the former train line.

Newcastle Herald

Why the next ride you share could be in an electric car

Another 500 electric vehicles will be made available for rideshare drivers as part of a $20 million investment in the industry.

AAP

A killer cycle is taxing the public health system

'Waiting lists to see a specialist are six months'.

Newcastle Herald

Air New Zealand scraps its 2030 carbon emissions target, saying solutions are costly and scarce

Air New Zealand has scrapped its 2030 carbon emissions reduction targets, citing lags in producing new planes, a lack of alternative fuel and “challenging” regulatory and policy settings

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Sustainable fuel hopes take off with eyes on emissions

Flights could become more environmentally friendly as Australia and New Zealand explore ways to produce sustainable aviation fuel at home.

AAP

Afternoon Update: PM calls for Barnaby Joyce to be dumped; mother behind forced marriage jailed; and surfer jokes about missing limb

Nationals MP apologises after telling anti-renewables protesters to ‘load that magazine’

The Guardian - AU

Barnaby wounded as 'bullets' metaphor ricochets

The Nationals MP has faced calls to resign from the shadow ministry after urging rallygoers to use their ballots as bullets.

AAP

PM calls for Barnaby Joyce to be dumped over ‘bullet’ comment aimed at Labor during anti-wind turbine rally

Nationals MP apologised after telling anti-renewables protesters to ‘load that magazine’ and that the ‘bullet you have is that little piece of paper’

The Guardian - AU

Free education for life the smartest option

Letters and Short Takes: Saturday, July 27, 2024

Newcastle Herald

Deal for 'clean, reliable power' despite gas shortfall

Another state has signed a federal renewable energy agreement, anticipating rising power demand in coming decades from new refineries and low-carbon industries.

AAP

Renewable industry needs urgent re-set to end the talkfest

Letters: There's a limit to how long investors can wait

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The Guardian - AU

‘Destiny in our hands’: the Indigenous Australians joining the renewable energy transition

Just 1% of renewables developments in Australia involve First Nations equity, compared with 20% in Canada. But some believe the sector offers a ‘new moment’ for Aboriginal people

The Guardian - AU

Business and farming groups say 2030 emissions target ‘critical for investments’ after Dutton ditches policy

Groups that often support Coalition – including Australian Industry Group and National Farmers’ Federation – call for ‘credible and consistent framework’

The Guardian - AU

WA Labor multicultural group in revolt over treatment of Fatima Payman

Exclusive: Two officeholders quit, with one claiming the party has ‘become a spineless jellyfish’

The Guardian - AU

Energy regulator says nuclear unlikely before 2050 as Chris Bowen attacks Coalition’s ‘risky’ plan

Australian Energy Regulator chair says Australia is ‘probably a decade too late’ for nuclear power despite opposition’s pledge to build first two plants by 2037

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Mining giant to cut 700 jobs – as it happened

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Energy minister all-in on 'batteries on wheels'

Vehicle-to-grid and vehicle-to-home charging will feature in a consumer energy road map Energy Minister Chris Bowen will put to state ministers this week.

AAP

Energy minister in legal stoush over offshore wind farm

An offshore wind farm company is challenging a decision by Energy Minister Chris Bowen not to grant it a licence in connection with a major proposed project.

The Guardian - AU

Queensland coalmine fire a ‘disaster’ for climate say environmental groups

The fire at Anglo American’s Grosvenor coalmine in Moranbah broke out after methane ignited

The Conversation

Grattan on Friday: the Assange light and sound show overshadows government problems

As scripted political dramas go, Julian Assange’s (welcome) arrival in Canberra on Wednesday night would be hard to beat.

The Conversation

Politics with Michelle Grattan: Chris Bowen on ‘calling out’ claims about the energy transition’s cost

The climate wars have been reignited with the Coalition’s release of its controversial plan for nuclear power, an option totally rejected by the government.

Newcastle Herald

Game fishers say offshore wind turbines will wipe out Marlin fishing ground

Port Stephens is one of Australia's top game fishing grounds.

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