Environment
Climate change
The water is so warm, even whale sharks are heading south for summer
The ocean giants are commonly seen at Ningaloo Reef in WA. Astonishingly, one turned up on the NSW coast.
- by Caitlin Fitzsimmons
Latest
How a marine heatwave caused a terrifying Queensland deluge
Temperatures in the Coral Sea have been 1-2 degrees warmer than average. The adjoining coastline has just seen 1-1.5 metres of rain over 72 hours. Scientists say it’s no coincidence.
- by Caitlin Fitzsimmons
Opinion
Donald Trump
Australia can be a winner from Trump’s climate retreat
If we’re smart, positioning ourselves to benefit from the climate and clean energy transition does not require us to pick a fight with Trump.
- by Thom Woodroofe
Warmer Sydney waters mean longer shark season
Climate change is raising sea temperatures and making conditions more hospitable to bull sharks and tiger sharks.
- by Caitlin Fitzsimmons
How do climate scientists maintain their hope in a warming world?
We asked researchers how they stay positive even after the world tipped past 1.5 degrees warming last year. Their answers might surprise.
- by Bianca Hall
How you could save $3000 in power bills by making simple changes
Millions of households are missing out on cheaper bills totalling more than $23 billion each year. A few “quick fixes” can unlock your share.
- by Bianca Hall
Opinion
Climate crisis
Trump is ditching climate action, again. This time, there are ways to fight back
Within hours of his inauguration, the US president issued executive orders to withdraw from the UN treaty and expand fossil fuels. Australia should not be tempted to follow suit.
- by Caitlin Fitzsimmons
Editorial
Vanishing coast
Climate change calls for managed retreat from beachfront properties
The desired beachfront property is in danger of extinction thanks to climate change, and we should retreat slightly inland to survive.
- The Herald's View
‘Managed retreat’: Should Australians withdraw from our beloved coastlines?
Climate change is increasing the rate and severity of coastal erosion, leading some experts to call for a “managed retreat” from beachfront development.
- by Bianca Hall
Orange rivers, longer days: Nine ways our planet changed in its hottest year yet
Last year was the hottest year in history – on average more than 1.55 degrees higher than pre-industrial temperatures. The consequences range from the predicted to the utterly unexpected.
- by Nick O'Malley, Caitlin Fitzsimmons, Bianca Hall, Angus Dalton and Emma Young
Exclusive
Fossil fuels
Ageing coal generator fleet spells trouble for power outages
The Climate Council says coal outages are primary drivers of power shortage warnings, particularly in summer, and have contributed to some of the largest power price spikes along the eastern seaboard
- by Bianca Hall
Original URL: https://www.smh.com.au/environment/climate-change