15 councils participate in SA emissions reduction trial

A unique trial is equipping councils with tools and resources to drive down emissions and compete for extra federal funding.

14 April, 2024

Sims argues case for carbon levy on fossil fuel producers

Former ACCC Chair Rod Sims has repeated calls for a carbon tax on Australia’s fossil fuel sites.

11 March, 2024

Buckle up for a wild ride under Trump, former PM says

Former Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull says the world faces dangerous and uncertain times with the possibility of President Trump Mark II.

7 March, 2024

Have we been over-hyping hydrogen?

A leading think tank says hydrogen is being over-hyped, and says any investment must be strategically targeted.

5 December, 2023

Productivity Commission told to focus on climate, energy

The federal government says it’s time for the Productivity Commission to play a bigger and more constructive role in the climate and energy space.

2 November, 2023

Councils hail $100m energy upgrade fund

Local councils have hailed the announcement of a $100 million federal government energy upgrade fund as a major win.

16 June, 2023

Net Zero Authority a lifeline for regional councils

Councils have welcomed the announcement of a legislated Net Zero Authority, saying it will provide crucial support to local communities.

8 May, 2023

Australia Post commits to net zero by 2050

Australia Post has become the first Commonwealth Government Business Enterprise to target net zero by 2050.

9 October, 2022

Decarbonising the transport sector

A new report by three peak road, rail and infrastructure bodies provides a roadmap for decarbonising the nation’s transport sector.

6 June, 2022

Councils get ‘green’ star for emissions initiatives

Local councils are all taking steps to reduce operational and community emissions, an analysis has found.

6 February, 2020