May 14, 2026
Budget lacks energy for big renewable project reforms
Households with solar panels and batteries could benefit from changes in the budget but big renewable energy changes were overlooked.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson
Apr 23, 2026
After the sun sets: hub tackles e-waste crisis
With millions of solar power systems installed across the country, a national research centre will probe what to do with the panels at the end of their lives.
Apr 23, 2026
After the sun sets: hub to tackle coming e-waste crisis
With millions of solar power systems installed across the country, a national research centre will probe what to do with the panels at the end of their lives.
Jan 15, 2026
Forget quiet quitting: job-hugging tipped as top trend
Fewer Australians are expected to seek fresh employment as the market becomes tighter and artificial intelligence technology creates uncertainty.
Dec 10, 2025
Energy costs force most renters to swelter over summer
Most Australians who rent their home say they avoid using cooling and heating appliances due to high costs.
Nov 4, 2025
Sunshine savings: households offered free energy window
Consumers in some states will be able to use electricity without charge for three hours a day under a market offer designed to spread solar benefits.
Jul 17, 2025
Wanted: 10,000 households to plug in to energy research
From households fitted with solar panels to electric car drivers and business operators, a new research centre aims to model nationwide trends in energy use.
Jun 26, 2025
Aussies want solar batteries but many feel overwhelmed
The cost and complexity of installing a solar battery is keeping some Australians from taking the plunge despite incentives, a study has revealed.
Jun 17, 2025
Green tick: Australian net-zero projects to be rated
Environmental projects will be analysed and rated in Australia in a move experts say could prevent greenwashing and encourage international investments.
Sep 20, 2024
Australia could double solar power by 2030, report says
Putting solar panels on the roofs of businesses, new homes and social housing could double Australia's renewable power.
