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“Coal has become fetishised:” Turnbull slams right-wing media, politicians
Malcolm Turnbull hits out at right-wing media and politicians for ‘fetishising’ coal to the extent that it is now treated as something ‘religious’.
Michael Mazengarb

Apr 27, 2021

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Surge in new coal mine proposals in NSW triggers fresh calls for coal moratorium
Calls for a moratorium on new coal mines, as a record number of new mine proposals lodged in 2020, despite a global decline in demand for coal.
Michael Mazengarb

Mar 31, 2021

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Batteries and renewables can replace coal and gas for reliable and cheap power, experts say
Business model underpinning coal and gas is collapsing, and the good news is that batteries and renewable energy can step in and keep the grid secure.
Michael Mazengarb

Mar 29, 2021

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State governments key to unlocking rooftop solar for renters, says thinktank
New study finds coordinated state government policies could be key to breaking down the barriers to installing solar for renters.
Michael Mazengarb

Jan 19, 2021

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Rebound in transport emissions, record renewables, shows need for EV plan
Renewables hit record highs, while coal slumps to record lows and a rebound in transport emissions underlines need for EV strategy, a new report shows.
Michael Mazengarb

Dec 23, 2020

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Morrison’s “gas-led recovery” offers little for local manufacturers, TAI argues
Analysis shows the Coalition’s “gas led recovery” delivers little for Australian manufacturers, with virtually all of Australia’s increased gas supply heading offshore.
Michael Mazengarb

Nov 16, 2020

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Matt Kean: Conservatives should embrace wind and solar, not fight it
Matt Kean delivers passionate rebuke of claims that his support for climate action and clean energy is inconsistent with conservative politics.
Michael Mazengarb

Oct 28, 2020

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Australia’s gas plans could consume one quarter of world’s shrinking carbon budget
New report suggests developing Australia’s gas reserves could produce three times the annual carbon emissions of the entire world.
Michael Mazengarb

Sep 10, 2020

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Coal

Federal government energy roadmap based on guesswork and thought bubbles
Department officials concede that some of the assumptions underpinning the Morrison government’s technology roadmap are departmental guesswork.
Michael Mazengarb

Sep 8, 2020

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Coal

Newest coal generators rank amongst Australia’s worst for reliability
“All hype and spin.” New “low emissions high efficiency” coal fired generator in Queensland among the worst in Australia in terms of reliability.
Michael Mazengarb

Sep 7, 2020

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