Author: Energy Matters

Australia’s climate science research sector is world-class, but risks falling behind global efforts in areas such as climate modelling. That’s according to a new report

The Climate Council has pointed to Australia’s failed climate and energy policy, as new data shows greenhouse gas emissions are rising. Emissions rose a full

Malcolm Turnbull wants electricity companies to report to Canberra next week with ideas for reducing consumer electricity bills. The Prime Minister has summoned Energy Australia, Origin Energy, AGL

A Wollongong mayoral candidate is calling for a $400,000 ‘coal cash’ loan scheme to fund rooftop solar for low-income households. In a statement to Energy

Investors and governments now have a new tool to find the best areas for solar power generation around the world. The Global Solar Atlas is said

The US renewable industry is set for long-term growth, according to a leading clean energy research organisation. Generating costs are falling and the industry is

Early bird bookings are open for a major national energy conference designed to tackle Australia’s energy crisis. The inaugural AFR National Energy Summit is being organised

Landlords in South Australia have a new way to finance clean energy upgrades in their commercial buildings. The SA Government has introduced Building Upgrade Finance

A one-day summit staged in Townsville this month will highlight the huge economic potential of renewable energy and solar storage in North Queensland. The Powering

NSW Labor has used its annual conference to call for a decisive renewables target, bringing Australia into line with international efforts. Delegates at both the