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Port Pirie's lead smelter seems likely to have its licence renewed despite contamination around the site.
VPP pilot progresses
A Virtual Power Plant (VPP) pilot project in WA has put together its first package of residentially-generated energy.
Mine choice questioned
Reports say the company behind a controversial lead and zinc mine in the NT helped appoint its own independent regulator.
Map shows insurance risk
The Climate Council says one 25 Australian properties will be effectively uninsurable by 2030.
Millions set for manufacturing
The Victorian Government says it is creating a $120 million fund to boost manufacturing.
String of charges for Vic. business
A wheel-making company has been charged over serious safety breaches in Victoria.
Sydney sweep reveals risks
SafeWork NSW has visited dozens of sites as part of a targeted safety blitz.
LNP pledges hydrogen hubs
The Morrison government’s election campaign has seen “hydrogen hubs” pledged around the country.
Power prices rising fast
Reliance on old technology is pushing up Australia’s wholesale power prices, and could lead to higher bills for households.
Mayor linked to builder bribes
A corruption court has heard a Sydney mayor took bribes to help property developers fast-track applications.
Human waste site goes live
Queensland is now home to the Southern Hemisphere’s first human-waste-to-energy plant.
Beetaloo boost secured
The Commonwealth and Northern Territory governments have signed off on a funding deal to accelerate Beetaloo Basin gas production.
China coal drop forecast
Experts say China’s demand for coal imports, including from Australia, will drop significantly by 2025.
Funds flow to PFAS works
The Coalition has announced half a billion dollars worth of upgrades for airbases.
Green readiness ranked
Woodside and Santos are low on a list of energy companies ranked by low-carbon readiness.
Local drug boost suggested
Experts say it is time for Australia to step up as a drug and vaccine manufacturer.
NT solar giant looms
More details have been released for a planned $30 billion solar energy project in the Northern Territory.
Shortages smash local firms
Building industry insiders say companies and subcontractors will continue to hit the wall due to a material supply crisis.