1.5-degree threshold could be breached within the next 5 years

Scientists have warned that the probability of one of the next five years surpassing the 1.5 degrees limit is now 50 per cent.

Tech billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes says an investor revolt is slowly building at Australia’s biggest climate polluter, AGL, with shareholders frustrated at the board for ignoring calls for climate action.

And it’s been revealed that a Tasmanian salmon producer used underwater explosives 8,000 times over a 14-month period to stop seals from interfering with its fish farming operations. 

Climate limit of 1.5C close to being broken, scientists warn

The year the world breaches for the first time the 1.5C global heating limit set by international governments is fast approaching, a new forecast shows.

Greens vow to halt extinction crisis through 'billionaires tax'

The Greens have launched their latest $24 billion plan to halt the extinction crisis over the next 10 years, including stopping all species loss.

Cannon-Brookes warns ‘rebel alliance’ is building against AGL’s board

Tech billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes says an investor revolt is slowly building at AGL amid shareholders’ frustration with the board for ignoring calls for stronger climate action and significant doubts about how breaking up the 180-year-old utilities giant will increase its value.

Labor signals more aid to south-east Asia and accuses Scott Morrison of ‘bullying behaviour’ towards Pacific

Labor has flagged an increase in aid to south-east Asia while ramping up its attack on Scott Morrison by accusing him of “bullying” behaviour that undermines Australia’s relationships with Pacific island countries.

Salmon company Huon Aquaculture used underwater explosives more than 8,000 times to deter seals

Huon Aquaculture was responsible for using underwater explosives 8,000 times to stop seals from interacting with its fish farming operations in a 14-month period, according to new information released by the Tasmanian Government. 

Glass Lewis recommends vote against Woodside Petroleum’s climate plan 

Proxy advisory firm Glass Lewis has recommended Woodside Petroleum shareholders reject the company's climate report at its annual meeting this month, saying it lacks substance.