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Australia’s biggest wind farm faces yet more delays, Origin to pay penalty
Australia's largest wind project remains idle, and ongoing delays means Origin Energy has to pay a large penalty for not producing enough renewable energy certificates.
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Don’t be fooled by Woodside’s tree planting, hydrogen and CCS plans
Oil and gas giant announces planting of 3.6m native trees in Western Australia, a headline action in a cluster of seemingly climate friendly initiatives.
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Fortescue puts aside $400m for new hydrogen, wind and solar projects
Fortescue to channel 10 per cent of future profits into renewable energy to help meet its green hydrogen ambitions.
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Regulator flags another cut in solar feed-in tariffs in NSW
IPART flags another “likely” reduction to NSW rooftop solar feed-in tariff, as it prepares to set new benchmarks for the next three financial years.
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Origin profits collapse as it prepares for ‘messy’ coal exit and big battery plans
Origin Energy says things could get messy with coal plants heading towards early closures, as it reports first half profits slashed by 98 per cent.
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Federal MPs to ride in Tesla Model 3 and Hyundai electric cars in Comcar trial
The Comcar fleet has chosen a Tesla Model 3 and a Hyundai Ioniq in a two-year trial to "assess viability".
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Texas weather: Are frozen wind turbines to blame for power cuts?
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How sudden trips of gas and coal plants triggered Texas energy catastrophe
A clearer picture is emerging as Texas continues to suffer through a major blackout - massive coal and gas issues have caused the problems.
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Canada to consider tightening large emitter benchmarks in OBPS programme review
Victoria creates new body to modernise grid for wind and solar transition
Victoria to establish a separate body to manage and prioritise billions of dollars of network upgrades required to support the state's transition to 50% renewables.
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Analysts trim 2030 WCI emissions forecast on power, transportation sector abatement
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Texas weather: How to stay safe in freezing conditions
Roaming the British countryside is our right – we must fight to preserve it | Glen O'Hara
Our rural rights of way need to be reclaimed and protected. But time is running out, and I urge people to join the cause
As Covid lockdowns drag on, and full spring is still some way away, it’s inevitable that thoughts should turn to getting outdoors. That’s what is behind the constant questions about domestic or foreign holidays; and it’s what sells the seemingly endless stream of stories about cold water swimming or moving to “the country”.
It’s not just a matter of fleeting wish fulfilment. Travel and tourism are a mainstay of the British economy, accounting for about 10% of jobs and nearly 10% of GDP. Walking, cycling and generally spending time in the British countryside are among our favourite pastimes, spanning everything from high-end glamping to quick local walks with the dog.
Continue reading...Great Barrier Reef found to be in failing health amid calls for urgent action
Reef water quality report card gives condition of marine environment a ‘D’ grade relative to earlier reports
A government report card has found the marine environment along the Great Barrier Reef’s coastline remains in poor health, prompting conservationists to call for urgent action ahead of a world heritage committee meeting this year.
The reef water quality report card, released on Wednesday, said the health of corals and seagrass meadows in inshore areas had not improved, but water quality was slightly better than previous years.
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