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Ocean heat is at record levels, with major consequences
New scientific research shows ocean heat is at record highs. So what does this tell us about global warming?
Kevin Trenberth

Jan 14, 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.
The Conversation

Jan 10, 2022

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Morrison’s lack of climate action puts national security at risk, former defence chief says
National security experts welcome Labor’s commitment to undertake climate risk assessment, and say Morrison still “missing in action”.
Michael Mazengarb

Dec 6, 2021

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Conservatives want Australia’s cricket captain to shut up about climate
Conservative commentators have discovered there is one thing worse than a prime minister championing climate action – an Australian cricket captain doing the same.
Sophie Vorrath

Nov 29, 2021

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Treasury says Australia must engage with global shift to sustainable finance
Australia’s most senior treasury offical warns Australia must remain engaged in global shift to sustainable finance, whether it likes it or not.
Michael Mazengarb

Nov 19, 2021

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COP26 Wrap: Australian and global reactions to the ‘Glasgow Climate Pact’
The “Glasgow Pact” receives mixed reviews; praise for delivering a turning point for coal, while failing to bridge the gap ambition to 1.5 degrees.
Michael Mazengarb

Nov 14, 2021

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Glasgow Brief: Negotiations head into crunch mode as COP president warns “time is running out”
COP26 heads into crunch time, as the COP president pleads with negotiators to finish on time. New Zealand emerges as a surprise agitator on 2030 targets.
Michael Mazengarb

Nov 12, 2021

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Taylor leaves Glasgow claiming success, but Australia faces “ratchet” over 2030 failure
Countries may apply new pressure on climate laggards to strengthen 2030 emissions targets, putting Australia back in the spotlight at future talks.
Michael Mazengarb

Nov 8, 2021

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Glasgow Brief: Australia called a “fossil”, yet again, as Angus Taylor leaves COP26
Australia earns a third fossil award, protesters take to the streets at the half-way point, and Angus Taylor leaves Glasgow, just when ministers are expected to take control of negotiations.
Michael Mazengarb

Nov 7, 2021

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Australia given a ‘Fail’ for first week performance in Glasgow
Climate groups give Australia a ‘fail’ score at the half-way point of COP26, after its failure to set a new interim target and its promotion of fossil fuels.
Michael Mazengarb

Nov 5, 2021

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Glasgow pledges may be enough to cap global warming below 2°C, IEA says
“Landmark moment:” IEA says emissions pledges announced at COP26 may cap global warming below 2°C, but more needed for 1.5°C target.
Michael Mazengarb

Nov 5, 2021

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“It’s just bullshit:” Cannon-Brookes and Joyce clash over methane and renewables
Mike Cannon-Brookes and Barnaby Joyce go head-to-head on the future of clean energy, and the future of agriculture under net zero.
Giles Parkinson and Michael Mazengarb

Oct 29, 2021

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