Much of Australia enjoys the same Mediterranean climate as L.A.—for bushfires, that doesn't bode well
The world has watched in horror as fires continue to raze parts of Los Angeles, California. For those of us living in Australia, one of the world's most fire-prone continents, the L.A. experience feels all too familiar.
Trump plans to ban offshore wind turbines. It could be good for Australia
In what could be good news for Australia, a Republican congressman says he has already drafted the executive order.
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From risk to opportunity: Climate Council backs $2 billion green aluminium boost
Australia is set to lock in a green future for its aluminium industry, with the Albanese Government announcing a $2 billion Green Aluminium Production Credit to help smelters switch to renewable power by 2036.
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Humans, not climate change, may have wiped out Australia’s giant kangaroos
About 40,000 years ago, giant kangaroos vanished Down Under. Dental analyses suggest a varied diet, meaning climate change was not the main cause.
The climate crisis has already arrived
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Five battles that will define Australia’s climate war election
Climate action will play a major role in the federal campaign. The political clash has kicked off over nuclear energy, but it will end in the family home.
ALP’s workaround to cope with a new US political climate
The Albanese government has raised the prospect of working directly with Democrat-controlled states in the US on climate change initiatives, after Donald Trump signed an executive order to pull out of the Paris agreement while vowing to unwind support for low-carbon industries.
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LA burning a reminder that climate action matters to Australia
In Australia, unlike in the US, we should be having a rational and constructive discussion about combating climate change. David Rowe For these reasons, it is still unlikely Australia’s ...
Climate change serves up the heat at the Australian Open
Blistering summer heat has become a defining challenge at the Australian Open (AO), where even the world's most elite tennis players struggle to conquer the invisible opponent.
Trump’s pick for energy secretary rejects linking climate change and wildfires
Chris Wright’s arguments are set to draw scrutiny from Senate Democrats during his confirmation hearing for the Energy Department post.
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Prehistoric kangaroos changed their diets to survive climate change
Prehistoric kangaroos in Australia had adaptable diets, aiding resilience to climate change but not preventing extinction.
Ageing coal generator fleet spells trouble for power outages
The Climate Council says coal outages are primary drivers of power shortage warnings, particularly in summer, and have contributed to some of the largest power price spikes along the eastern seaboard