Life360 reboots Nasdaq listing plans
Two years after it put the brakes on a US listing in the wake of investors dumping tech stocks, the Australian tracking company believes the climate is right again.
Climate Change
‘Breakthrough’: Hydrogen start-up gets record funding
A three-year-old start-up in Wollongong has attracted global giants to its groundbreaking technology, securing Australia’s largest clean-tech funding round in history.
‘Infuriated’: Mali blasts nuclear NIMBYS and culture warriors
Peter Malinauskas says left and right wing culture warriors are doing Australia a disservice as they put their ideology before the national interest.
Origin’s balancing act on transition versus returns
Origin Energy must develop a pipeline of renewable energy, but some investors are angling for more money via dividends – making for an interesting upcoming investor day session.
Greens, Coalition threaten Albo’s plans
The Albanese government’s proposed mandatory climate-related financial disclosure laws may be in trouble.
Tax fossil fuels to power energy transition: Sims
Former ACCC head Rod Sims says Australia could supply 10 per cent of the world’s renewable energy but will need to impose a fossil fuel tax to fund the required investment.
Plan to help farmers prepare for drought
The federal government is set to announce “vital” funding to help farmers and regional communities prepare for the next drought.
Plan to help farmers prepare for drought
The federal government is set to announce “vital” funding to help farmers and regional communities prepare for the next drought.
Redback burns taxpayer cash, calls in administrators
Renewable energy firm Redback Technologies, which has received millions of dollars in taxpayer funding, has called in administrators after racking up big losses.
Gillard to chair $2bn energy transition fund
Former prime minister Julia Gillard will chair a new energy transition fund backed by David Di Pilla’s HMC Capital.
Hitting net zero could be a breeze if …
Australia’s quest for net-zero carbon emissions received a boost this week as an ambitious plan for 12 Victorian offshore wind projects took a step forward.
Be afraid, be very afraid
Jim Chalmers’ speech on Wednesday revealed the sort of insane dystopian future that will be built if the treasurer and his colleagues aren’t stopped.
Methane emissions ‘far higher than reported’: Sims
Australia has pledged to reduce methane emissions by 30 per cent, but a new study has found the country is emitting twice as much as previously thought.
‘Need this’: Contentious energy build divides
The Greens have declared their support for a controversial multibillion-dollar renewable energy project that has inflamed passions and divided a state.
Goyder ‘never more excited’ to be re-elected at Woodside
Under-fire corporate veteran Richard Goyder has survived as chair of Woodside Energy as the energy company said it wouldn’t walk back climate commitments like others.
ASX gives up gains; Woodside climate defeat
Richard Goyder survives as Woodside chair but investors reject climate plan. Westpac, AMP, Citi and UBS push back rate cut timing after CPI data. Kogan dives. Star ex-CEO felt ‘under attack’ from NICC.
Impact investing – where everyone can win
Impact investing can mean triumph in two arenas – doing good and doing well. It’s like ESG kicking on to the next level, says Jeremy Liddle.
Why bob each way on Woodside is a losing bet
Do investors opposing Woodside’s climate plan but supporting chairman Richard Goyder really want anything changed at the oil and gas major?
‘Greenwashing’: Climate stamp under fire
A Senate inquiry has taken aim at the government’s Climate Active Carbon Neutral labelling program, saying it is currently doing little more than enabling greenwashing.
ASIC to take ‘pragmatic approach’ to new climate rules
Chair Joe Longo has encouraged corporate Australia to invest in climate disclosure systems before the introduction of mandatory reporting requirements.
Throwing light on our view of renewables
A new report into Australians’ attitude to renewable energy transition proves more must be done to capture hearts and minds, reports Bevis Yeo.
UniSuper puts $620m into Macquarie fund
Macquarie has sold six renewable energy companies into a new open-ended fund to be backed by UniSuper and other pension funds.
‘It’s called a carbon price’: Kouts revives tax spectre
Energy Minister Tom Koutsantonis says people are paying more for the clean energy transition because the carbon tax was scuttled.
Green ambitions: Qantas to turn retired planes into parts
The airline has teamed up with five other aviation players to turn its retired aircraft into parts for new planes amid plans to be net zero by 2050.
Albanese unveils millions for minerals
With Beijing dominating the rare earths market, the Prime Minister is set to step up investment.
The tax tolls for thee: Free ride by electric cars needs overhaul
An unstoppable surge in electric vehicle drivers escaping fuel excise payments is triggering top-level calls for fuel excise reforms.
Serial activist freed ahead of CBD protest
A serial climate protester who caused peak hour chaos last week has been freed ahead of a planned protest which hopes “to get as many arrested as possible”.
Serial activist freed ahead of CBD protest
A serial climate protester who caused peak hour chaos last week has been freed ahead of a planned protest which hopes “to get as many arrested as possible”.
Australia grappling with climate change goals
Australia is at a ‘potential inflection point’ in terms of aspirations on climate change, NAB chair Phil Chronican warns.
New renewable energy projects plummet
Renewable energy generation hit a record in 2023 but the number of new large-scale generation projects fell 80 per cent, a Clean Energy Council report reveals.
Revealed: The SA site earmarked for nuclear power station
The site of an old SA coal-fired power station has been earmarked for a nuclear reactor under a Coalition clean energy plan.
Mining giant’s huge plan for SA’s buried treasure
Global demand for copper could drive a rush for SA’s buried treasure – but operating costs and productivity are crucial to the expansion plan.
Most expensive car to own revealed
A new comparison site has revealed the most expensive fuel guzzling cars to own, with some popular models achieving a rating of only 0.5 stars out of six.
Woodside insists climate plan is meaningful
In a bid to placate shareholder anxiety, Woodside will demonstrate its commitment to reducing emissions ahead of a critical AGM vote.
Bold plan to save motorists up to $1800 a year
Motorists could make savings on fewer trips to the fuel bowser if a new plan to slash vehicle emissions is introduced, the Albanese government claims.
Bold plan to save motorists up to $1800 a year
Motorists could make savings on fewer trips to the fuel bowser if a new plan to slash vehicle emissions is introduced, the Albanese government claims.
Second brand quits car industry body
Another electric vehicle maker has quit the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries, accusing the body of misleading the public on the government’s new emissions standards.
Revealed: The SA site earmarked for nuclear power station
The site of an old SA coal-fired power station has been earmarked for a nuclear reactor under a Coalition clean energy plan.
Blow for Santos’ Narrabri gas project
A national tribunal’s failure to consider the effect of climate change on native title has delivered another blow to Santos’ Narrabri gas project.
Wind farm licence ‘winners’ lining up
Local and international heavyweights have been preliminarily awarded a development licence for an energy source which Victoria has earmarked as critical to transition away from coal.
Activist jailed after bridge stunt
A well-known Sydney climate activist has been jailed after causing “catastrophic” traffic delays on a busy Melbourne freeway.
Activist jailed after bridge stunt
A well-known Sydney climate activist has been jailed after causing “catastrophic” traffic delays on a busy Melbourne freeway.
Richlister charges into Asia’s renewable energy market
Richlister Trevor St Baker is backing renewables in Asia with the St Baker Energy Innovation Fund set to play a significant role in energy and electricity storage initiatives in the Philippines.
Circular economy’s time has come around
Firms embracing a circular economy business model improve their bottom lines – and the environment – while rewarding investors, says Jeremy Liddle.
Climate activist pressure eases, but regulators ready to pounce
Businesses are facing heady regulatory scrutiny on climate issues, but pressure from activists and lenders has eased, says new data.
Japanese giant makes $381m bid for Genex
Australia’s energy industry is attracting lots of local and international interest, as Japanese companies look to tap the lucrative market and safeguard its energy security.
AGL plots mega renewable development
AGL has finalised plans to construct a 2GW renewable energy development as its transition plans accelerate.
Insurance set to boost carbon credit market
Australian trading house BetaCarbon is set to bring to market credits with insurance backing, as major corporates look to secure emissions offsets ahead of new climate disclosure rules.
Toyota launches new EV, attacks policy
Most new-car launches are upbeat affairs with plenty of positivity and hyperbole, but the debut of the hotly anticipated bZ4X didn’t follow the script.
Forrest-owned Squadron Energy names new chief
Rob Wheals — a keen runner — faces a new marathon: delivering Andrew Forrest’s ambition to lead Australia’s energy transition.
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