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The government will underwrite risky investments in renewables – here's why that's a good idea

Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen today announced a scheme to underwrite the risk of investing in new renewable energy generation and storage.

The Conversation

Energy bills set to rise by an average of £94 a year from January

THE average household energy bill in the UK will rise by £94 a year from January, the UK's energy regulator has announced.

The National (Scotland)

Energy bills to go up £94 to £1928 in the New Year

Ofgem raises the cap on tariffs by 5%

Evening Standard

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Industry and states welcome Albanese government’s plan to jump-start stalled renewables investment

Albanese government’s expansion of investment scheme is designed to attract financial investment in new wind and solar farms

The Guardian - AU

Companies still investing too much in fossil fuels, global energy watchdog says

Head of International Energy Agency says the industry faces a ‘moment of truth’ as Cop28 talks approach

The Guardian - UK

Major project status blows breeze through offshore wind

Another offshore wind project off Gippsland will get special assistance for a speedy build with major project status granted by the federal government.

AAP

Are small nuclear reactors the solution to Canada’s net-zero ambitions?

As Canada grapples with the imperative to meet its net-zero carbon emission targets, a new player has emerged on the energy scene: Small Modular Reactors (SMRs). These compact reactors present a modern twist on traditional nuclear technology, which has languished without significant new developments for three decades.

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Feds 'supercharge' clean energy build to keep lights on

Clean energy sources will take over from ageing coal power stations under a supercharged federal scheme, but critics say household bills will rise without gas.

AAP

Tax change could cost Vic renewable generators millions

The Victorian government is facing pressure to protect landowners from planned tax changes that could raise taxes on properties with renewable energy projects.

AAP

Hydrogen cars next cab off the rank as demo servo opens

The national science agency has achieved a key milestone in the development of a local hydrogen industry with the opening of a refuelling and research station.

AAP

Autumn statement leaves UK lagging on green investment

Climate experts lament a lack of boldness in Jeremy Hunt’s measures, which made no mention of energy efficiency

The Guardian - UK

Victorian government told emissions targets at risk under plan to increase taxes on renewable energy providers

Industry experts say businesses could pay up to 20 times more tax if bill passes

The Guardian - AU

Albanese government to rapidly expand investment scheme for clean energy projects

Officials say intervention is needed for Australian to reach its 2030 renewable energy target as private investment slows

The Guardian - AU

Full power ahead as NSW tries to enshrine net-zero goal

Last minute-negotiations are under way to pass key NSW climate legislation as half a dozen renewable energy projects worth $1.8 billion get the green light.

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Coal isn’t easy to exclude from sustainable development | Explained

It’s theoretically elegant to argue that switching to renewable energy will generate investments and jobs – but it may not work so smoothly in practice since the electricity grid must meet the peak demand at all times. The efficient operation of thermal power plants is critical for India since they…

The Conversation

Sails and satellite navigation could cut shipping industry's emissions by up to a third

In the vast expanse of the world’s oceans, a transformation is underway.

AAP

Call to curtail 'supernormal profits' in energy network

The regulator has rejected an accusation that electricity networks are generating "supernormal profits" off the use of poles and wires and stoking inflation.

Evening Standard

A letter to Rishi Sunak

City Voices: Watering down the country’s climate commitments at this time risks sacrificing hard-won credibility

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Evening Standard

The government is displaying astonishing political short-termism on climate

City Voices: The UK’s climate tech startups must get the chance to achieve leadership in global industry

The Independent UK

Hydrogen homes - what are they and why are they facing backlash?

Residents say they fear becoming ‘guinea pigs’ and want a vote on the proposals

AAP

Battling on after supposedly ending the climate wars

Australia is positioning itself as a climate leader ahead of a Dubai summit which will judge the lack of progress since the Paris Agreement on global warming.

The Hindu

Andhra Pradesh leads in setting up pumped storage hydropower projects with potential of 42,020 MW

Andhra Pradesh is leading other States in setting up Pumped Storage Hydropower Projects (PSHPs) with an aggregate potential of 42,020 MW. Pinnapuram (1,680 MW) is likely to be completed in 2024, with Gandikota (1,000 MW) and Chitravathi (500 MW) projects also having obtained all permissions. 34 projects are in various…

AAP

Tripling of renewable energy within reach for Australia

Australia's renewable energy target is outdated and fails to reflect an "entirely achievable" global goal to triple renewables by 2030, modelling suggests.

The Independent UK

Attentive Energy investing $10.6M in supply chain, startups to help New Jersey offshore wind

A company proposing a wind farm off New Jersey is investing $10.6 million to help grow the industry’s supply chain and support related technology startups

The Hindu

‘More finance needed to wean India’s electricity grids off coal’

India must demand more finance to transition to green energy, says former Power Secretary Alok Kumar. India committed to 500 GW renewable energy by 2030 but needs finance to ensure electric grid can handle large loads.

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