Why carbon is not the only major current environmental issue in Australia
The year 2020 has been dominated by COVID-19 and for many, the issues surrounding climate change and transitioning to renewable energy were put on the backburner. But that was all flipped on its head when iconic documentary-maker David Attenborough released A Life on Our Planet, which outlined why immediate action is required. Reducing carbon emissions […]
How China is set to lead the world away from fossil fuels
For decades, China has been the largest emitter of carbon dioxide in the world – by a large margin. In 2018, the global powerhouse produced 10.06 billion metric tonnes, almost double the 5.41 billion that the second-placed United States produced in the same time period. As the world looks to reduce these carbon emissions and […]
Australian mayors unite to tackle climate change as part of post-COVID-19 recovery
As Australian communities fight back from the economic impacts of COVID-19 in 2020, more than 40 mayors and councillors from across the country have released a statement declaring they will help create a stronger economy that also tackles climate change. There is no doubt that COVID-19 has battered the Australian economy. ABS figures show that […]
These are the countries leading the renewable energy race
Ever since most United Nations-affiliated countries signed off on the Paris Agreement back on December 12, 2015, the race towards renewables has been well and truly on. While some countries (most notably the United States) have resisted the movement to combat climate change and reach for a sustainable low-carbon future, most have been working hard […]
Cattle farm set to become world’s largest solar farm in the NT
The Northern Territory has long been known for its cattle industry, but now the Top End is set to gain a new reputation as a global renewable powerhouse with the world’s largest solar farm that is set to power Singapore. A 10-gigawatt solar farm that will be visible from space has been approved to be […]
South Australia reaches world record for 100 per cent solar supply
October was a watershed month for South Australia, after the state’s rooftop and utility-scale solar network provided power for 100 per cent of total electricity needs. The milestone was achieved at 12.05 pm grid time (AEST) on October 12 with rooftop solar panels on the homes and businesses of South Australia providing 76.3 per cent […]
IKEA Australia to be completely solar-powered by 2025
Multinational furniture giants IKEA have announced an ambitious plan to have all of their Australian centres 100 per cent self-powered by 2025 – and even have enough power left over to feed into the national grid. IKEA operates 10 of its massive stores in Australia in every state and territory except for the Northern Territory […]
The US Election 2020: Where the candidates stand on energy, climate and the environment
As we countdown the days until the November 3 US election, incumbent President Donald Trump and challenger Joe Biden have outlined their policies and plans in their bid to sway the US public to vote for them. We have run the rule over the two candidates and their positions on energy and electricity, climate change […]
Why simply planting trees will not be enough to counter climate change
Nature is a powerful thing. It has the ability to heal itself and counter the damage done by humanity so that the earth can continue to flourish. The issue in the modern-day, though, is that nature is facing an all-out assault by humanity and does not have the capacity to repair the damage as quickly […]
Victoria takes first steps out of COVID-19 restrictions: What you need to know
When it comes to COVID-19, Melbourne’s seen it all. As the ‘hotspot’ of Australia, the world’s most liveable city has seen an influx of active coronavirus cases since the onset of the pandemic in early 2020. But we’re finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel as Daniel Andrews announced new changes towards […]
