Global energy crisis: How we got here and what’s next
As it emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic, the world is entering a new energy crisis the like of which hasn’t been seen since the 1970s.
Morrison backs ‘new energy economy’ with $2b billion fund
The federal government is establishing a loan facility to help Australia’s critical minerals sector tap into what Scott Morrison says is one of the world’s largest recoverable reserves of the minerals used in advanced technologies.
Despite Morrison’s wishes, pumped hydro isn’t our energy future, it’s our past
It’s now beyond dispute that, for new electricity generation, solar, wind and other forms of renewable energy are cheaper than anything else.
Climate change could cost about 310,000 jobs annually, according to new Deloitte report
Climate change could reduce Australia’s economic growth by 3% per year and cost about 310,000 jobs annually if left unchecked, says Deloitte Access Economics.
iSelect’s record $8.5 million fine highlights a systemic problem in the energy-comparison market
The $8.5 million fine imposed on iSelect in Australia for misleading conduct confirms the appalling state of the price-comparison market.
These six Australian industries have intensified opportunities for economic growth, CSIRO says
Innovation in health, energy, agribusiness, mineral resources, manufacturing and digital will be vital to Australia’s economic economy.
Bill Gates and Richard Branson have their sights on the mining sector — and investment opportunities for startups abound
Global tech giants have their sights on the Australian mining sector for myriad reasons. But one thing's for sure: startups could snag investment.
“Energy, edge, execution”: How amaysim marketing boss Renee Garner is making her mark in male-dominated industries
Amaysim chief marketing officer Renee Garner shares what she's learnt from a career in law, tech, energy and now telecommunications.
Cheaper and greener: How batteries made with sulfur could transform energy storage
Lithium-sulfur batteries could represent a radical new way for storing energy to support renewable electricity generation, electric vehicles and other needs.
In a post-carbon world, Australia could supply the world’s industry
With abundant low-cost electricity, Australia could grow into a major global producer of minerals needed in the post-carbon world.
Jobs, mining and clean energy: Anthony Albanese covers all bases in his first “vision statement” as Labor leader
Anthony Albanese wants to marry a strong commitment to a low-carbon economy that can fuel a “manufacturing boom” with firm support for coal.
“Strategically absurd”: Australia’s gas market needs to start putting national consumers first
Australia is a resource-rich country, and exports more gas than any other nation. So why then, is the government proposing to import it?
