Western Australia's former environmental protection chief has made the "extraordinary" claim that the previous premier Mark McGowan pressured him to withdraw tough new emissions guidelines.
2023 is almost certain to become Earth's warmest on record after a hot July and August saw global temperatures reach the Paris Agreement target of 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels for the first time.
Victoria’s policy to ban gas connections for new residences from next year would cut the state’s greenhouse gas emissions by almost a sixth compared to typical new dual electric and gas-run homes, analysis by the state government has found.
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How Mark McGowan pressured the EPA boss to remove WA's tough emissions targets in one brief phone call
Western Australia's former environmental protection chief has made the "extraordinary" claim that the previous premier Mark McGowan pressured him to withdraw tough new emissions guidelines.
Global records tumble as temperatures exceed 1.5C above pre-industrial levels for first time
This year is now almost certain to become Earth's warmest on record after a hot July and August saw global temperatures reach the Paris Agreement target of 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels for the first time.
Victoria’s gas ban for new homes expected to reap significant emissions cuts
Victoria’s policy to ban gas connections for new residences from next year would cut the state’s greenhouse gas emissions by almost a sixth compared to typical new dual electric and gas-run homes, analysis by the state government has found.
Investors and unions press Labor to invest $100bn to compete in global green economy
The Albanese government is being pushed to provide an extra $100bn over 10 years to boost jobs and reduce emissions including through investments in clean industries and manufacturing of renewable energy components.
Australia's wind tower producers call for local supply agreements during renewable energy transition
Australia's two wind tower producers have called for supply mandates to ensure Australian businesses do not lose out to cheaper overseas alternatives during procurement rounds for energy developments.
Thousands of World War II shipwrecks lie on the Pacific Ocean floor. They continue to pollute the sea today
An estimated 3,800 ships were sunk during the conflict and remain on the Pacific Ocean floor. Many carried thousands of tonnes of oil and unknown quantities of unexploded bombs. As they rust through, experts fear a detrimental impact on the marine environment and local livelihoods.
Climate Energy Finance think tank wants fuel tax credit scheme limited
The federal government could save $14 billion by capping the fuel tax credit for large mining companies and use the funds to drive the electrification of the sector, think tank Climate Energy Finance says.
Just Stop Oil in danger of ‘sucking the oxygen’ out of essential climate debate
Just Stop Oil’s civil disruption tactics could be damaging the campaign to form effective action to combat climate change, it has been claimed. With the UK’s net-zero targets in jeopardy and severe weather events witnessed across the globe, Professor Rupert Read, formerly of Extinction Rebellion, has helped create the Climate Majority Project.