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A return to nuclear power is at the heart of Japan’s energy policy but, in the wake of the 2011 disaster, residents’ fears about tsunamis, earthquakes and evacuation plans remain

‘Historic’ moment in biggest coal-consuming countries could bring decline in global emissions, analysis says

Post-Fukushima nuclear closures of dozens of reactors forced the country to rely heavily on imported fossil fuels

It’s a climate-vulnerable nation, while also being the world’s sixth-largest greenhouse-gas emitter. Global investment in climate action is vital

Decision announced at Cop30 climate conference signposts risks for Australia’s reliance on fossil fuel exports, analysts say

World’s biggest polluter on track to hit peak emissions target early but miss goal for cutting carbon intensity

Report by consultants Deloitte undermines Labor’s public claims that WA’s gas exports help reduce emissions overseas

The planet is nearing dangerous limits. Yet progress on clean energy shows what’s possible. With political will, cooperation can still avert the worst of the climate crisis

The site in Fukuoka is only the second power plant of its type in the world, harnessing the power of osmosis to run a desalination plant in the city

Clear majority backs restarting Maanshan reactor but doesn’t reach legal threshold, as president says nuclear power may be reconsidered if it becomes safe

1.2tn yuan project has broken ground in Tibet, premier says, despite fears of downstream nations India and Bangladesh

As the world’s largest greenhouse gas emitter shifts to cleaner energy, some families fear being left behind

Exclusive: Decision on whether to work with turbine maker being overseen by ministers after British Steel rescue

Clean energy investors likely to pull back from US, but other countries may seize opportunity to speed transition

Pacific country this week declared state of emergency over power cuts that have caused huge disruption to businesses and daily life