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Policy & Planning

Coal and gas use must peak and decline, “starting today:” BNEF outlook warns world headed to 2.6°C
BNEF is calling time on fossil fuels, saying even at current rates of investment the days are numbered for oil, coal and gas. And no, it doesn’t see nuclear coming to Australia.
Rachel Williamson

May 22, 2024

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Policy & Planning

“Limited time to do something”: Experts call for quick switch to zero emissions transport
Australian experts call for a national transport decarbonisation strategy, saying Australia risks “streets full of toxic exhausts and noise”.
Michael Mazengarb

May 11, 2022

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Policy & Planning

Climate independents to push next government to electrify transport
Trio of ‘climate independents’ will push for vehicle efficiency standards and higher EV targets, to slash emissions and boost fuel security.
Michael Mazengarb

Apr 21, 2022

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Policy failures leave Australia vulnerable to further fuel price shocks
New analysis shows federal policy failures leave Australians almost entirely reliant on overseas fuel and vulnerable to future price shocks.
Michael Mazengarb

Apr 21, 2022

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Policy & Planning

Morrison spends another $250m on oil refineries, EVs ignored
Morrison government spends a further $250m to keep Australia hooked on oil, as advocates plead for support to boost EV uptake.
Michael Mazengarb

Apr 13, 2022

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Featured

Greens launch $6.1 billion electric vehicle policy in new election pitch
Greens unveil $6.1 billion electric vehicle policy package, including rebates of up to $15,000 per vehicle, and a plan to revitalise Australia’s car making industry.
Michael Mazengarb

Apr 6, 2022

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Policy & Planning

Climate spending cut as Frydenberg delivers empty budget for clean energy and EVs
The Morrison government will cut spending on climate action, with clean energy and electric vehicles neglected. Fossil fuel subsidies get a boost.
Michael Mazengarb

Mar 29, 2022

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Electric Vehicles

Crossbenchers urge switch to electric transport to boost Australia’s energy security
Federal independents call for Australia to tackle fuel security challenges through switch to locally-made EVs, and renewably powered manufacturing.
Michael Mazengarb

Feb 15, 2022

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Electric Vehicles

“We’re not behind:” Tim Wilson’s optimism on Australian EV uptake defies the evidence
Tim Wilson suggests Australia is keeping pace with the rest of the world on EV uptake, but the data suggests he’s wrong.
Michael Mazengarb

Feb 10, 2022

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Storage

Battery giant LG inks deal for Australian nickel and cobalt
The world’s largest manufacturer of advanced EV batteries inks deal with ASX-listed miner to source mixed nickel and cobalt from its Queensland project.
Sophie Vorrath

Aug 18, 2021

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Electric Vehicles

NSW unveils $490 million support package for electric vehicles, waives stamp duty on new sales
NSW government aims for 50 per cent EVs for new vehicle sales by 2030 as part of an ambitious $490m incentive package that will abolish stamp duty.
Michael Mazengarb

Jun 20, 2021

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Batteries in the ‘burbs, cheaper EVs and job training in Labor’s budget response
Albanese pledges $100 million for new clean energy apprenticeships in Labor’s alternative budget plan.
Michael Mazengarb

May 14, 2021

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