Poppy Johnston, Author at Renew Economy

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Coal

Can legal systems keep pace with the climate crisis? Coal mine expansion challenge reaches High Court
A High Court case examining the local impacts of a coal mine expansion could exert far-reaching influence on fossil fuel project approvals.
Poppy Johnston

May 13, 2026

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Policy & Planning

Australia’s biggest companies yet to face up to climate risk, and only a few have tried to count the cost
The few big firms that have crunched the numbers suggest global temperature rise and decarbonisation will have a material impact on cash flows and earnings.
Poppy Johnston

May 7, 2026

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Renewables

Aussie researchers harness AI to help unlock “cheap, scalable, non-toxic” solar recycling
As Australia’s love for solar threatens to pile into a serious waste stream, researchers are turning to AI to extract more value from retired panels.
Poppy Johnston

May 4, 2026

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Policy & Planning

More than 50 countries, including Australia, meet to thrash out an orderly path away from fossil fuels
Energy minister Chris Bowen is absent from talks in Colombia, but has been voicing support for the clean energy transition as a long-term pathway towards energy security.
Poppy Johnston

Apr 27, 2026

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Policy & Planning

Pacific Islands energy crisis: One country faces fuel import bills three times its healthcare budget
Surging oil prices caused by overseas conflict has exposed energy vulnerabilities for Pacific islands and underscored the regional push towards renewables.
Poppy Johnston

Apr 1, 2026

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Climate

Climate change sticks out like “sore thumb” as Australia’s threatened species list grows
Both marine and terrestrial wildlife had a tough 2025, new report finds, with 39 new species listed as threatened and climate change listed as a threat to 9/10 vulnerable species.
Poppy Johnston

Mar 24, 2026

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Policy & Planning

BYO renewables: New national principles set bar for data centre energy and water use
Data centres setting up shop in Australia are expected to come with their own renewable energy and sustainable water supplies.
Poppy Johnston

Mar 23, 2026

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Methane-leaking, koala-threatening coal mine gets all-clear in state where renewables projects are in limbo
Environmental groups are urging the federal government to act to prevent a coal mine emitting masses of methane pollution and destroying koala habitat.
Poppy Johnston

Mar 12, 2026

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Climate

Climate threatened island nation to host pre-COP leaders meeting
Fiji and Tuvalu will host key meetings ahead of the 2026 COP31 summit, bringing the world’s attention to a region on the frontline of climate change.
Poppy Johnston

Feb 26, 2026

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Policy & Planning

Japanese gas giants meet Australian officials at least two dozen times since Labor elected
A complex web of investment, lobbying and public messaging is prolonging the life of the gas industry in Australia and the broader region.
Poppy Johnston

Feb 10, 2026

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Climate

Australia urged to release “terrifying” climate security analysis after UK report flags ecosystem collapse by 2030
The Australian government has been urged to come clean on security threats posed by climate change following the release of a troubling UK assessment.
Poppy Johnston

Feb 6, 2026

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Policy & Planning

Carbon credits seed new chapter in Tiwi forestry, backed by federal green bank
Tiwi Islanders are confident they’ve landed on the right forestry formula, one that’s community-led and financially and environmentally sustainable.
Poppy Johnston

Feb 4, 2026

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