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The prospect of handing control of the energy company to overseas buyers has raised a series of concerns. But many of them are nebulous

Board expresses support for offer but deal depends on regulatory approvals and treasurer’s tick-off

The 43% emission reduction target is not aligned with the Paris agreement – it should be at least 59%

Incoming independent MP tells Australian Politics podcast Labor needs decisive policy settings to supercharge renewables investment

‘They offer sympathy and then just go and approve massive fossil fuel projects anyway,’ one advocate says

Environment minister Murray Watt is due to make a decision on whether to extend the controversial North West Shelf development in coming days

Environment minister due to decide on controversial plan by end of the month in one of his first major challenges in new portfolio

From eligibility to cost, here’s how households and businesses can take advantage of the cheaper home batteries program

Voters have spoken with clarity. We want a renewable-powered future

After a landslide election win, there will never be a better chance to shake off old policy impasses and deliver a more ambitious plan for the environment

The Australian Institute for Progress’s ‘Can you afford the Greens?’ ads claim minor party’s housing policies would lead to increased rents

Global warming sceptics now argue it is more palatable with the electorate to pivot from climate denialism to anti-renewable energy scepticism

Seven Regions Nuclear Free alliance launches campaign representing groups who oppose the Coalition’s proposed nuclear reactors in their communities across Queensland, NSW, SA, Victoria and WA

Questions arise over election proposal to axe penalties for high-emitting cars after revelations Toyota RAV4 model used in analysis has been discontinued

Exclusive: Power outages in major cities would help build opposition to climate policies, Colin Boyce tells podcast