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analysis:Captain's call or press conference slip-up? Dutton's 2030 climate target U-turn surprised even his colleagues
Two years ago, few would have thought Peter Dutton would go to the next election without a 2030 climate target. So what's changed?
Australia will breach Paris Agreement regardless of who is in power, Coalition suggests
The Coalition's energy spokesman suggests if failing to cut emissions by 43 per cent before 2030 will fail Australia's promise under the Paris Agreement, then Australia will be in breach regardless of who is in power.
Are electric cars really greener than petrol cars? We've lined up two SUVs and put them to the test
Whether you drive an electric car or are considering making the switch, you've probably been drawn into a discussion about whether they are really better for the climate. To save you from your next barbecue encounter, we have put two cars to the test.
WA is set to record its highest-ever gas emissions as net zero looks unlikely, secret report finds
WA is expected to hit a new record for greenhouse gas emissions this year, and has no chance of reaching net zero by 2050 unless it changes tack, a government-commissioned report reveals.
Chris Bowen defends Labor's proposed vehicle efficiency scheme
Climate and Energy Minister Chris Bowen defends Labor's proposed vehicle efficiency scheme.
Car makers have been won over on vehicle efficiency laws. The path through parliament may be harder
The federal government's softened climate laws for cars have won the industry over, but it is yet to find the numbers to pass them in parliament — and the Greens warn not to count on their support.
Biggest polluters meeting emissions rules using credits that did not reduce CO2, researchers find
Researchers find some of the nation's biggest polluters are meeting their emissions obligations using carbon credits that have not actually resulted in emissions reductions.
No regional leaders believe their area is well-prepared for the push towards net zero, think tank survey finds
Two new reports find that regional Australia wants more certainty for the future as the country looks to decarbonise by 2050, with one stating the current "largely unplanned, market-led approach" is unlikely to be effective.
The government says South West WA is a critical site for wind power — but can it convince the locals?
Western Australia's South West has become the latest battleground in the Albanese government's push to meet Australia's emissions reduction targets.
Analysis
analysis:Leo DiCaprio's spotlight on beef industry land clearing highlights crucial data discrepancies
A Hollywood A-lister may not have realised the can of worms he was opening by wading into the deforestation debate in Queensland.
Toyota, Mazda on the hook for over $8,000 per car due to shortfalls under carbon emissions plan
Australia's most popular car brands will struggle to meet carbon emissions limits from the year of their introduction, with market data revealing many face imposts of thousands of dollars per car in the years to come.
Analysis
analysis:Can these economists turn things around for Australia's betrayed generations?
Professor Ross Garnaut says Australia's economy experienced a "lost decade" from 2013 to 2023. Can these ideas turn things around, asks Gareth Hutchens.
Companies could be held liable for 'greenwashing' emissions figures under a new proposal
Company directors could face legal action if they fail to produce credible emissions forecasts, under draft laws proposed by the federal government.
Multi-billion-dollar bid to turn Pilbara's red dirt to green steel
Australia's iron ore industry goes hand-in-hand with China. But it is a South Korean company looking to stump up billions of dollars for this green iron facility.
Agreement reached at COP28 for 'transitioning away from fossil fuels'
Global leaders reach a deal to "transition away from fossil fuels" after marathon negotiations at the global climate summit COP28 finally reach a close.
Analysis
analysis:As the world records its hottest year on record, climate talks in Dubai drill down to one central issue
To the casual observer, this year's UN climate talks in the United Arab Emirates could be interpreted as a stonking, resounding success. But underlying all of it was something far more difficult, and far more contentious, writes Daniel Mercer.
Australian mining magnate Andrew Forrest attends COP28
Andrew Twiggy Forrest says' phasing out fossil fuels is the only way to get us out of this jam'.
Doctors call for stronger climate action as days over 35C in Broome projected to increase significantly by 2030
With very hot temperatures in Broome projected to increase from 56 to 87 days per year by 2030, Kimberley doctors are coming together to call for stronger climate action to prevent a health disaster.
Bowen says climate goals 'within striking distance', despite emissions heading in the wrong direction
In his annual update to federal parliament, the climate change minister also warns extreme weather events caused by climate change will strain Australia’s energy networks and make them vulnerable to "hostile actors".
Gagged and grief-stricken, yet defiant: Ecologists and climate scientists reveal devastating culture of suppression
The beauty and wonder of the natural world is what keeps scientists like Dana Bergstrom fighting to protect it. She's one of many who say speaking out comes at a cost but not speaking up can take an even greater personal toll.
Forget neutrality — the soil on this farm is taking carbon out of the environment
It may look like a typical cattle paddock north of Brisbane, but this soil is doing much more than producing grass to feed the animals.
Mark McGowan pressured EPA boss to drop tough emissions guidelines in 'extraordinary' phone call
The ABC can reveal details of an "extraordinary" phone call by Mark McGowan to the state's independent environmental protection boss in which he claims the former premier pressured him to drop tough new emissions guidelines.
With a 'dirty' image, WA's mining industry considers how to clean up its act
A resources industry veteran says Australia's mining industry has an image problem and many agree with him.
Promise check: Gradually and predictably reduce emissions baselines for non-electricity sector facilities covered by the safeguard mechanism
At the 2022 election, Labor promised to
gradually and predictably reduce emissions baselines for non-electricity sector facilities covered by the safeguard mechanism. Here's how that promise is tracking.
How cows eating red seaweed could mean an environmental breakthrough for the dairy industry
Forget fair-trade coffee beans and cows' milk substitutes, low-emission lattes could be the next big thing to land at your local cafe.