Energy
Free power for Aussie homes
As the net zero political debate grabbed headlines earlier this month, Australia's federal government unveiled a plan to offer households three hours of free power.
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Energy
Regions rally behind clean energy
Poll results show that backing for renewables holds strong at 62% in spite of online trolling and misinformation campaigns.
Energy
Vehicle-to-grid trial hits home
Australian V2G rollout transforms electric cars into "batteries on wheels" powering homes and stabilising the grid.
Planet
Earthshot winners shine in Rio
Projects from Brazil to Bangladesh awarded £1 million each for pioneering solutions to restore nature, cut pollution and protect communities.
Transport
Electric trucks take the long road
The path to zero-emission road freight has gained traction with a successful long-distance delivery.
Planet
Fresh start for sushi staple
As single-use plastic bans come into force, Aussie designers unveil a compostable alternative to the mini soy-sauce fish dropper.
Pollution plumes float into view
A new visualisation tool helps urban communities identify the industrial sources of air pollution in their neighbourhood.
Planet
Nobel win for chemistry trio
A university researcher in Australia shares the chemistry Nobel Prize for pioneering new materials that could solve environmental challenges.
Planet
City skyscraper makes the cut
Sydney's Quay Quarter Tower has been named as one of the Earthshot Prize finalists as the world’s 'first fully upcycled skyscraper'.
Infotech
Cool change for AI factory
The developer of a next-generation AI data centre in Tasmania has raised funding as it seeks to address power and water-security concerns.
Planet
Seabin turns trash into data
A new litter monitoring and removal program will study the movement of waste in waterways around Sydney airport.
Household
Solar energy arrives in store
Retailers are diving in to the solar power market amid booming interest in household renewables.