Keeping coal for longer: Victoria U-turns after seeing the light
One of Australia’s biggest coal power stations is set to stay open for four more years, in an extraordinary reversal for the state Labor government’s renewable energy-only blueprint.
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Has Trump’s war on woke changed our tech bros?
US tech supremos have aligned themselves with the US president. Mike Cannon-Brookes, the climate activist with a private jet and an F1 partnership, says he’s steadfast.
Climate campaigner defends ritzy private jet
An Aussie billionaire and ardent climate change campaigner has just bought a private jet, but says he feels a ‘deep internal conflict’ about it.
Aussie greats’ bid to change Olympics forever
LA will host the next Olympics coming after fires devastated the city that prompted a host of Games legends to call for drastic change.
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‘On notice’: Dutton’s vow to insurers
Insurers have been put “on notice” as Australians struggle to find affordable policies in an increasingly unpredictable climate.
Start-up raises $12m to turn rocks into carbon-busting ‘superpower’
Arca is trialling with BHP the use of mining tailings to absorb greenhouse gases which could remove ‘gigatonnes’ of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
Transport in slow lane but renewables energise Downer
A slowdown in government spending in Victoria is putting the brakes on Downer EDI’s transport services business, but renewable energy projects remain a strong growth opportunity.
Australia’s extreme climate laid bare
The various corners of Australia are facing cyclone, fire and flooding threats on Thursday as the extremes of Australia’s climate take hold.
Surge in renewable energy funding
More than $9bn worth of renewable energy projects secured financial commitments in 2024, buoying hopes that Australia could yet reach its 2030 emissions targets.
AGL eyes gas peaker in every state
AGL has also unveiled a target of formally approving the construction of 1.4GW of batteries over the 12-18 months, if the regulatory landscape improves.
Macquarie quits climate alliance amid policy shift
Macquarie is the first major Australian lender to withdraw from the Net Zero Banking Alliance, while larger rival CBA will reassess its membership.
Origin to win prized transmission access
Securing access to a key cog in the NSW renewables plan will come as relief to Origin following its $300m acquisition of the giant Yanco Delta wind development.
Reason for Aussie shark attack spike
The number of shark attacks has been steadily increasing over the last 10 years, with scientists putting it down to a number of factors, including climate change.
‘Expect more’: Dire warning after floods
North Queensland has recorded its second “once-in-a-century” flood since 2019, and one thing made the rainfall heavier.
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