Investors bet billions on Australia’s race to net zero
Major global energy companies looking to pour tens of billions into the race to net zero are flocking to Australia for a piece of the renewables market.
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‘Energy security’: Nuclear project to power millions of homes
Nuclear is integral to future energy needs, according Australian Rob Jordan, who is overseeing a major UK project that has benefits beyond net zero carbon emission targets. See why.
‘Craziness’: Australia’s big plan to join elite group
It’s something that only 20 other countries have embraced, and now Australia is keen to join them in a big way with off-shore energy generation.
Dan’s unpopular ban other states won’t follow
A controversial gas ban by Daniel Andrews is a policy that other state premiers cannot get behind, as energy bosses explain what the solution must be.
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‘100pc on board with net zero by 2050’: Joyce
Deputy PM Barnaby Joyce has dismissed reports he does not support the new net zero deal, as the latest Newspoll shows a dip in Coalition support.
Australia needs a royal commission into nuclear power
A former state governor has called for a royal commission into nuclear energy, saying a net zero target cannot be reached by 2050 without the controversial fuel.
Turn climate fears into positive actions
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We need to become a renewable export superpower
Australia’s energy transition needn’t be characterised by sacrifice and trade-offs. We have everything we need to step up in the world and become a renewable export superpower.
Extinction Rebellion activist now backs nuclear power
A former key official in the Extinction Rebellion movement has revealed why she’s turning her back on its doomsday messages to back nuclear power.
Australia’s clean energy chance to keep pace with China
A new study has revealed six key clean energy export opportunities for Australia to ensure we don’t lose our edge to rivals like China, the UAE and Germany.
Lighthouse to become a beacon of KI tourism
A spectacular cantilever viewing platform will be the centrepiece of planned redevelopment of the region surrounding South Australia’s oldest lighthouse on Kangaroo Island.
Mission Zero: Getting Australia to a net zero future
Climate change has bedevilled Australian governments. We are putting an end to all of that so we can get our nation on a path to a net zero future.
Australia’s half a trillion dollar saving in electric cars
The electric vehicle boom will not only cut greenhouse gas emissions it will save Australia big bucks, a new study found.
Aussies will go elsewhere if companies don’t go green
More than half of Australians say they would avoid using a product or service based on the company’s environmental stance.
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