On Fox Business, of all places, a ‘coal is dead’ pronouncement
A commentary posted the other day on Fool.com proclaiming the death of the U.S. coal industry has found its way—lo and behold—onto FoxBusiness.com.
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AEMC project to investigate energy storage impact on grid
Australian Energy Market Commission has asked CSIRO to investigate potential impact of distributed energy storage on national grid – and how to manage it.
How other cities can match Georgetown’s low-cost switch to 100% wind & sun
There are two key reasons why the city of Georgetown, Texas will be getting the equivalent of 100% of its electricity from renewable energy by 2017.
Abbott government inquiry takes aim at green charities that ‘get political’
The almost 600 environmental groups that hold tax-deductibility status in Australia are being scrutinised by a federal government inquiry.
Let’s talk trash: Why energy could solve mounting waste problem
Energy-from-Waste is a progressive solution to Australia’s growing waste management problem.
Union funds to bail from flagship renewable energy investment
One of the key investment vehicles established by union-based super funds has decided to sell its flagship investment in renewable energy, Pacific Hydro.
Emerging frameworks for green bonds could boost finance for renewable energy
Green bonds are an emerging class of debt promising investors steady returns without costing the Earth.
Qld coal port expansion ranked world’s 3rd most controversial project
Queensland's Abbot Point coal port ranked as world's 3rd most controversial project in 2014, alongside 2022 World Cup, some mines, and some tourist resorts.
Good news for solar: Clearing House shifts for first time
It's been a long time coming, but the Clearing House has shifted, rewarding those who holding out since early 2011 to get $40 for their STCs.
Canada’s climate divide: provinces push to price carbon as tour operators cash in on warming
Nine of Canada's 13 premiers call for stronger climate change measures, as shipping operators celebrate an Arctic route they know shouldn't be able to navigate.