Small cars show a big thirst for petrol in road tests
12 February
Some small cars have a surprisingly big thirst for fuel, with the latest vehicle road tests showing three popular hatchbacks exceeded their advertised petrol consumption by more than 20 per cent.
One popular model consumed 35 per cent more petrol...[Read More]
Ways for consumers to put the ‘sun tax’ in the shade
22 January
For those who can afford it, adding a battery could beat the “sun tax” that will further deplete the once-generous rate of return for rooftop solar pioneers.
A third of Australia’s households have rooftop solar and almost three quarters of the...[Read More]
Festive frenzy: Christmas deliveries take climate toll
18 December
Santa might manage his present deliveries with just one sleigh, nine reindeer and a bit of magic, but for everyone else, Christmas shopping takes a greater toll.
Every year, the volume of freight being delivered Australia-wide increases as more and...[Read More]
Nuclear and renewables at odds over power bill shock
30 October
Rolling out nuclear power plants in Australia could add $1000 a year to household electricity bills, according to energy experts, and regulators should focus on lower cost, renewable power.
The warning has been issued at a Smart Energy Council event...[Read More]
Why packing waste could be the secret to a cool summer
30 October
Air conditioners could be ‘packing’ an energy-saving secret in future after an Australian research breakthrough involving waste material and static electricity.
RMIT University announced the discovery on Tuesday, which researchers say could make...[Read More]
Calls to upgrade regional connectivity as 3G shuts down
30 October
Telcos are being urged to boost mobile coverage in regional Australia as thousands of residents with old phones lose their ability to make calls or texts as the 3G network shuts down.
Telstra and Optus on Monday joined TPG Telecom/Vodafone in...[Read More]
Time running out for Australian hydrogen, green iron
16 October
Time is running out for investors in genuine clean industries, but a time-stamp for green hydrogen could track production down to the hour to prove its credentials, an inquiry has been told.
Proposed Future Made in Australia laws being considered by...[Read More]
Making the Most of Your Solar Panels
29 August
Solar energy offers a sustainable and cost-effective solution to powering your home, 12-volt setup, or caravan.
The benefits of harnessing the sun’s energy are substantial, ranging from reduced electricity bills to minimising your carbon...[Read More]
Nature repair bill passes after Greens agree to deal
6 December
Land owners will be able to be paid to improve the environment on their properties after the Greens struck a deal with the government on its proposed nature repair market.
Under the scheme, which passed the Senate on Tuesday, businesses and...[Read More]
Asia’s biggest battery will power Australian homes
11 October
More than one million Australian households will be powered by one of the world’s largest battery systems after the government approved a new renewable energy hub.
The battery will be located in Melbourne suburb of Plumpton, where it will store...[Read More]
Mixed outlook for agriculture in 2023
14 December
It’s a mixed outlook for agriculture in the coming year, with grains and lamb expected to perform well while the number of dairy farmers leaving the industry takes a toll.
Rural Bank’s 2023 outlook also listed global economic challenges and...[Read More]
How Green Hydrogen Could End The Fossil Fuel Era [TED Talk Video]
2 November
As climate change accelerates, finding clean alternatives to fossil fuels is more urgent than ever. Social entrepreneur Vaitea Cowan believes green hydrogen is the answer. Watch as she shares her team’s work mass producing electrolyzers —...[Read More]
Electric car tax cuts welcome, more wanted
26 October
Federal budget tax cuts for electric cars and moves to create a national electric vehicle charging network in Australia have been welcomed by motoring and environmental groups overnight.
The policies could shave $4700 off the cost of buying an...[Read More]
Aussies want green transport options, fast
31 August
Australians overwhelmingly want governments to splash cash on a fast transition to green transport options that will save them money and fight climate change, a national survey shows.
A YouGov poll of 2160 Australians, commissioned by the Climate...[Read More]
