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Minister Warns 12,000 Farms at Risk Under Opposition’s Nuclear Energy Plan
The debate over whether Australia should embrace nuclear continues.
Australia Risks Mass Blackouts If Political Disagreement Around Energy Continues: Energy Analyst
Saul Kavonic believes the constant back-and-forth on policy by federal and state governments is severely damaging Australia’s economic prosperity.
Australia More Than Ready for Nuclear Transition: South Australia MP
‘I don’t have any doubt that Australians will be able to manage this technology and get along with it quickly because we don’t start from scratch,’ Ramsey said.
Transmission Delays to Add $1,100 to NSW Electricity Bills: Nexa Advisory
Nexa Advisory also warns small businesses in NSW could see electricity costs soar by $7,000.
Dutton Warns of ‘California-Style Blackouts’ Under Albanese’s Renewable Plan
However, Albanese described the Coalition’s nuclear plan as ‘risky.’
Turnbull Says No to Nuclear Energy, Pushes Solar, Wind, Hydro Energy
Mr. Turnbull said nuclear power plants were not the right fit for Australia’s energy mix. Mr. Turnbull owns a hydro company in New South Wales.
Teal MP Urges Albanese to Call Early Climate Change Election
‘Prime Minister, the stakes have never been higher,’ Teal MP Monique Ryan wrote to Mr. Albanese.
Success of Renewables Behind Coalition’s Nuclear Push, Says Energy Minister
Energy Minister Chris Bowen says it’s the speed and effectiveness of renewables that has prompted the Coalition to put forth an alternative.
Lithium-Ion Batteries Spark 12,000 Fire Hazards a Year in Australia’s Waste Facilities
A waste management industry body is calling for government action due to the number of fires starting around the country.
Albanese Spruiks Net Zero in Speech on Australia’s Economy
Net zero is a key driver of economic growth, Anthony Albanese has told the second annual forum on Australia’s Ecoonomic Outlook.
Net Zero Economy Authority Would Put Energy System at Risk: Nationals MP
The authority will receive $1 billion of funding over the next decade.
Queensland Pledges $26 Billion on Renewables
The Liberal National Party has already promised to support funding in the state budget, before seeing the document.
Uber Introduces ‘CO2 Emission Savings’ Tracker for Passengers
The ride hailing service is aiming to eliminate all ’tailpipe emissions’ by 2040.
Parramatta to Join Global Network C40 in Net Zero Push
‘We want a sustainable future for Parramatta, and we walk the talk.’
NSW Government Spends Millions on 671 New EV Car Chargers
The New South Wales government will spend $4.1 million, along with $8 million in private investment, on new electric vehicle charging stations.
How the EV Transition Is Increasing China’s Power and America’s Reliance
‘The net zero energy transition makes us incredibly reliant on China. For everything,’ says environmental law professor Jason Scott Johnston.
Labor and Greens Carbon Dioxide ‘Tax on Family Cars and Utes’ Passes Parliament
The New Vehicle Efficiency Standards will add thousands of dollars to the cost of buying SUVs, utes and four-wheel drives, according to the Coalition.
Budget 2024: $76 Million for Global Climate Change Efforts, Including Bid for UN COP31
The Australian government delivered its federal budget on May 14 evening, which outlines the plan for the nation going forward.
Budget 2024: Billions Poured into Making Australia a ‘Renewable Energy Superpower’
A range of green energy initiatives will be funded followed the release of the official budget by Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers.
37 Local Mayors Push for Energy Companies to Pay Climate Change Levies
A letter calling for an extra $10 billion of tax has been signed by mostly Green and independent councillors across the country.
