How can its energy systems transition to become climate-smart, to withstand extreme weather, while also protecting social and economic priorities?
Emissions pathways act as a map of the future, showing us how to get from where we are to where we want to be.
If a future Coalition government was to bring nuclear into the mix, energy costs for residential and, especially, industrial customers would likely increase.
Hit cooking show MasterChef’s gas sponsorship deal has sparked accusations of greenwashing, and adds to a long tradition of normalising domestic gas consumption.
Any incentives for energy upgrades need to consider past experience to maximise uptake, prevent unintended consequences, and reduce the likelihood that such schemes will further entrench disadvantage.
Vietnam is poised to play a significant role in the Indo-Pacific region’s decarbonisation. Now is the time for Australia to strengthen its strategic relationship with the country, and the broader Southeast Asia region.
Why did the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse? And, just as importantly, how might we make other bridges more safe against such collapse?
Australians want government to act on climate change, but not necessarily now, or in their neighbourhood. How can governments resolve this dilemma?
The event has prompted questions about the reliability of the state’s electricity grid. But it’s important to note these extreme winds would have seriously disrupted any power system.
As Indonesia’s election looms, young people want action on climate change, but research shows the country’s political class isn’t listening.
So far, Israel’s war in Gaza hasn’t greatly disrupted global supply chains. But the situation could quickly shift along many fault lines.
From natural seawalls to mangroves, countries are starting to combat climate change with nature-based solutions. COP28 might drive more of these efforts.
Monash University’s Amelia Pearson has set sail with a team of scientists who want to find out why Earth’s strongest current is “leaking” more heat towards Antarctica.
A recent research study sheds light on the challenges of Australia’s hydrogen transition and adoption plans in the face of shifting global dynamics.
Deep-sea mining technology is a new field, and researchers want more data on its impacts.
Researchers are exploring alternative and greener base materials that can be reused, recycled, or upcycled for more environmentally-friendly construction materials.
There’s more to the kingdom’s nuclear ambitions than becoming a civilian nuclear energy powerhouse and exporter.
If we put green hydrogen plants next to green iron and steelmaking, we can clean up steelmaking, and boost the hydrogen industry.
Universities are well-positioned to demonstrate crucial leadership in the global race towards net zero. Here’s how.
A four-year study of households has shown how the increasing focus on our homes as sites of work, rest and play can increase energy use despite soaring prices.
If we’re to effectively tackle the critical challenge of climate change, we urgently need a better and more coordinated global transformation to environmentally-friendly economies.
After a decade of climate wars, Australia is suddenly united, with state, territory and federal governments aiming for net zero by 2050 for the first time.
The Andrews government has signalled a major shakeup of Victoria’s energy sector. But is it enough to bring the state’s energy prices down and reduce emissions?
In what is the first COP since Labor took office in May this year, there are positive signs of Australia picking up its game on climate policy.
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