Europe’s Green Energy Rush Slashed Emissions—and Crippled the Economy
Political consensus is cracking, industry is hobbled and high-profile projects are being postponed thanks to some of the highest electricity prices in the developed world
Political consensus is cracking, industry is hobbled and high-profile projects are being postponed thanks to some of the highest electricity prices in the developed world
The starting point to addressing high electricity prices is to understand what caused them to rise in the first place.
Energy Minister Chris Bowen is confronted by warnings from the market operator that it may have to force power cuts to prevent the electricity system’s collapse. He must urgently take stock of his ambitions and respond.
Most NSW residents are forking out a lot more for power than Anthony Albanese and Chris Bowen promised. See how much, and what you can do about it. Tell us: Will it change your vote?
Andrew Forrest’s $1bn Clarke Creek Wind Farm has confirmed asbestos in turbine brake pads, becoming the third Australian wind farm to discover the banned hazardous material.
The shortcomings of the renewables energy journey towards 2030 and 2050 are becoming intolerable for many, hurting businesses, households and the economy.
Marcus Oldham College – Nicholas Hancock House Opening – 2025
Interview with Climate Depot executive director Marc Morano. Dean says Australia’s energy systems are a mess because of Labor’s net-zero obsession. Morano details his experience following his visit to the COP30. Morano points out climate summits have gone on for 33 years now. He notes the COP30 host city Belem, was unprepared as the city was riddled with poverty. He adds many dignitaries and world leaders attended on private jets and accommodation arranged on cruises.
NEARLY half of all olive oil sold at retail in Australia comes from a single company built by a boy from a western Queensland cattle property and a mate he met at Marcus Oldham College.
The federal opposition is demanding a temporary halt on installation of new wind turbines until a national audit is done to determine the scale of asbestos contamination, as the growing crisis spreads to a second manufacturer.
In August, controversial land access legislation passed giving the state government powers to force access to farmland for the construction of new transmission lines.
