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The clean energy revolution isn’t just a techno-fix – it’s about capturing hearts and minds
Community microgrids could be key to rebuilding more resilient towns after the devastation of bushfires, while boosting the social acceptance of renewables.
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Jun 24, 2022

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Carbon markets could protect forests, but only if those who live there are protected too
Many forest carbon offsetting schemes put the well-being of Indigenous communities at risk — and threaten the future of carbon markets.
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Mar 13, 2022

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“Don’t Look Up:” Hollywood tackles the myths that fuel climate denial
Hollywood’s primer on climate denial illustrates five myths that fuel the rejection of science – including a favourite of Australia’s federal government.
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Jan 10, 2022

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Solar

Farmers shouldn’t have to compete with solar companies for land
We must ensure Australia’s clean energy transition sees solar development occur with co-benefits for local communities, and protects productive agricultural land.
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Dec 20, 2021

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Solar

Biden’s proposed tenfold increase in solar power would remake US electricity system
New US Department of Energy report finds solar power could generate up to 45% of America’s electricity supply by 2050. But what it would take to meet this target?
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Sep 14, 2021

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Climate scientists: Net zero concept is a dangerous trap
The idea of net zero has licensed a recklessly cavalier “burn now, pay later” approach to climate action which has seen carbon emissions continue to soar.
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Aug 21, 2021

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Policy & Planning

This is the most sobering report card yet on climate change and Earth’s future. What you need to know
Climate change is now affecting every continent, region and ocean on Earth, and every facet of the weather. Here are the key takeaway’s from the latest IPCC climate report.
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Aug 9, 2021

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Policy & Planning

Rising seas and melting glaciers: these changes are now irreversible, but we have to act to slow them down
The underlying message remains the same. The longer we wait, the more devastating the consequences.
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Aug 9, 2021

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Bitcoin alternatives could be answer to energy-guzzling cryptocurrencies
There are many new forms of cryptocurrency, collectively termed “altcoins”, which are far greener than bitcoin – and to which investors are now turning.
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Jul 13, 2021

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Coal

Latrobe and Hunter valleys both have coal plants, but one has far worse mercury pollution
Power stations in the Latrobe Valley emit around 10 times more mercury than power stations in the Hunter Valley. Here’s why.
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Jul 6, 2021

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Court rulings add pressure, but it’s the market that will drive fossil fuel giants to change
It might sound like the fossil fuel industry is on the defensive after a landmark court ruling and two shareholder votes, but how much power do these decisions really carry?
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Jun 21, 2021

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Policy & Planning

Three weeks without power? That’s the reality for thousands in Victoria – and it will happen again
Could this disaster have been avoided? And under climate change, how can the electricity grid prepare for more events like this?
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Jun 18, 2021

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