State issues bold net-zero pledge
Australia’s most populous state has committed to at least halving its carbon emissions in just seven years, with a further promise to reach net zero by 2050.
Climate Change
Court fight to stop coal mine expansions fails
A court has paved the way for two NSW coal mine expansions after dismissing a legal bid to force the federal environment minister to protect ‘living wonders’.
Green groups rue Federal Court ruling
The judgment means the federal Environment Minister doesn’t have to consider climate change a factor in approving mining projects.
‘Weirding’ of climate needs transition acceleration
Business, government and the public must accelerate the speed of energy transition in this age of ‘climate weirding’, says sustainable development expert Dame Jo Da Silva.
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‘Catastrophic consequences’ of net zero plan
More than 50 health and medical groups are calling for drastic action to prevent a ‘health catastrophe’, but the government won’t change its plan.
Protesters glue themselves to bridge
Protesters have glued themselves to a major bridge in Melbourne’s CBD, causing peak-hour traffic chaos.
‘Not embarrassed’: PM’s bold confession
The Prime Minister has hit back at claims his net zero plans were “embarrassing” in a bold on-air exchange.
Future of coal jobs under net zero plan revealed
Scott Morrison says his net zero deal is an evolution and not a revolution, vowing to protect those with mining jobs. Here’s how.
‘Nothing new’: Sales’ climate grilling
Energy Minister Angus Taylor has come under fire over several potential shortcomings in the Morrison government’s net zero emissions plan.
Minister’s awkward confession
A fiery back and forth during a parliamentary committee has led to one awkward admission.
PM reveals $20bn plan to reach net zero
The Prime Minister has finally revealed Australia’s plans to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 following lengthy debate within the Coalition.
Is Bitcoin actually harmful to the environment?
With Bitcoin mining under intense scrutiny over its carbon footprint, an expert slams climate arguments as too simplistic.
Your energy bills under net zero
The federal government has revealed a bold goal for energy costs by 2050 – one it says it will save Aussies thousands of dollars.
Documents reveal Australia’s climate shame
Leaked documents have revealed the Australian government tried to convince the UN to water down one of its most important climate reports.
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