EV batteries usually last longer than the car: Now they are being re-used to power the grid Deal to build the biggest utility-scale battery using only second life EV batteries heralds a potential flex point for electric car makers, and the grid.

EV batteries usually last longer than the car: Now they are being re-used to power the grid thedriven.io/2026/04/20/e...

This fuel crisis could last for a while. It’s time for a new approach to fuel use – end it With the same fiscal support that Canberra found to back the oil industry, we could start to end our oil dependence.

This fuel crisis could last for a while. It’s time for a new approach to fuel use – end it
theconversation.com/this-fuel-cr...

"The scores are going off the charts": Iran conflict boosts support for renewables and energy independence Energy sovereignty and independence are winning the war of words for renewables right now, thanks to the Iran war.

"The scores are going off the charts": Iran conflict boosts support for renewables and energy independence reneweconomy.com.au/the-scores-a...

Wild attack on batteries and renewables by 7's Spotlight program falls over at the first fact check TV program looking at appalling mining practices in Congo says it is a blight on the renewables and storage industry. But it falls over at the first fact check.

Wild attack on batteries and renewables by 7's Spotlight program falls over at the first fact check reneweconomy.com.au/wild-attack-...

Way of the future..

Electric vehicles pass tipping point, breaking the link with oil prices $120 oil didn’t start this EV transition. And cheaper oil won’t stop it.

Electric vehicles pass tipping point, breaking the link with oil prices
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Agrivoltaics maintain or enhance forage quality, study finds Researchers have analyzed the biomass and nutritional value of grasses and legumes for grazing dairy cattle, growing in agrivoltaics fields. The results showed that forage quality may be maintained or...

Agrivoltaics maintain or enhance forage quality, study finds www.pv-magazine.com/2026/04/16/a...

Small solar and battery specialist adds another 27 projects as it buys up competitor Sydney-based "distributed" renewables outfit inks deal to buy portfolio of 27 small solar and battery projects, to bolster its supply of "low‑cost and reliable" energy.

Small solar and battery specialist adds another 27 projects as it buys up competitor reneweconomy.com.au/small-solar-...

Australia faced the same dilemma as China in 2004 but made the wrong call While the rest of us count the cost in higher fuel costs, higher inflation and a weaker economy,  China — the actual winner of the war — will be enjoying a surge of global interest in its solar panels...

With Iran and the Strait of Hormuz still in flux, China's bet on renewable energy is paying off www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04... via @ABCaustralia

Bowen says Australia's small but growing fleet of EVs is saving 15 million litres of petrol a week Energy minister Chris Bowen says Australia's relatively small fleet of electric vehicles is saving around 15 million litres a week. "That's a good thing."

Bowen says Australia’s small but growing fleet of EVs is saving 15 million litres of petrol a week thedriven.io/2026/04/17/b...

Who’d have thought a fossil-fuel shill like Trump would be the one to spark a green revolution? | George Monbiot The US attack on Iran has made the need for renewable energy inarguable, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot

Who’d have thought a fossil-fuel shill like Trump would be the one to spark a green revolution?
George Monbiot www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

Australia’s coalmine emissions are increasing. Is this how a major policy to cut climate pollution is meant to work? The Albanese government overhauled policy and promised significant pollution cuts – but carbon offsets are still being used as an excuse

Australia’s coalmine emissions are increasing. Is this how a major policy to cut climate pollution is meant to work?
Adam Morton www.theguardian.com/environment/...

Huge wind, solar and battery renewables project joins queue for federal green tick A massive hybrid renewables and battery project has joined the queue for federal environmental assessment, with state approvals already in hand.

Huge wind, solar and battery renewables project joins queue for federal green tick reneweconomy.com.au/huge-wind-co...

New in East #Gippsland Shire Council Library

Volvo unveils new heavy electric truck that boasts range up to 700km Volvo says new extended range electric truck, and the next generation of its other heavy trucks, means it has "never been easier to replace diesel trucks with electric ones.”

Volvo unveils new heavy electric truck that boasts range up to 700km thedriven.io/2026/04/16/v...

Coral reefs are nearing extinction. 2026 must mark a turning point | Jason Momoa At 1.5C of global warming, up to 90% of coral reefs could be lost. The next few months could be a defining moment

Coral reefs are nearing extinction. 2026 must mark a turning point
Jason Momoa www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

This is another reminder of the volatility and riskiness of fossil fuels. It shows that a system built on ageing infrastructure leaves Australia vulnerable to fuel insecurity and price shocks.

We are relieved to hear that all workers on site are safe.

"Yes we can:" Andrew Forrest mocks Murdoch tabloid stories dismissing electric trucks Iron ore billionaire Andrew Forrest mocks Murchoch tabloid front page story and editorial that says electric truck technology is not available.

“Yes we can:” Andrew Forrest mocks Murdoch tabloid stories dismissing electric trucks thedriven.io/2026/04/16/y...

NSW electric buses, trains and light rail services to run entirely on renewable energy from 2027 in $1.9bn deal Exclusive: Minns government announces contract with Snowy Energy to power public transport in seven-year contract

NSW electric buses, trains and light rail services to run entirely on renewable energy from 2027 in $1.9bn deal www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...

Critical Atlantic current significantly more likely to collapse than thought Scientists say finding is ‘very concerning’ as collapse would be catastrophic for Europe, Africa and the Americas

Critical Atlantic current significantly more likely to collapse than thought
Scientists say finding is ‘very concerning’ as collapse would be catastrophic for Europe, Africa and the Americas www.theguardian.com/environment/...

Massive pine plantation wind project, with giant battery, seeks to thread needle of federal environment approval Proponent of a massive wind and battery project in pine plantation near Canberra seeks federal green tick.

Massive pine plantation wind project, with giant battery, seeks to thread needle of federal environment approval reneweconomy.com.au/massive-pine...

Renewable generation records fall across the UK, as imported gas consumption tumbles As it continues to wean itself off fossil fuels, the UK has been setting new renewable energy generation records, while also pushing its share of imported energy to the lowest level since 2004.

Renewable generation records fall across the UK, as imported gas consumption tumbles reneweconomy.com.au/renewable-ge...

Energy security is not something we can take for granted. Moving fast and fairly on renewables and electrification will reduce our exposure to global volatility, while making energy more affordable and reliable for households and businesses.

Learn more here: climc.nl/energysecurity

Tuvalu, tiny Pacific nation at the forefront of climate crisis, to host world leaders before Cop31 summit Conference president expresses ‘complete faith’ in Chris Bowen to lead tough negotiations

Tuvalu, tiny Pacific nation at the forefront of climate crisis, to host world leaders before Cop31 summit www.theguardian.com/environment/...

This lobby barely blinks when Trump threatens genocide, but is in meltdown when Bowen talks wind and solar This lobby has no issue with Trump's wild threats, but it is demanding regime change in Australia's energy ministry on account of its support for wind, solar and EVs.

This lobby barely blinks when Trump threatens genocide, but is in meltdown when Bowen talks wind and solar reneweconomy.com.au/this-lobby-b...

East #Gippsland #ClimateAction Network informal coffee morning yesterday at The Stables Bairnsdale

“… China is not merely ahead. It is operating in a different category.”

"They look like the future:" Why electric prime movers could solve trucking's driver shortfall Australia is short 28,000 truck drivers, but the advent of clean, quiet and modern electric trucks might be the marketing tool needed to recruit the women and young people missing from transport rosters.

“They look like the future:” Why electric prime movers could solve trucking’s driver shortfall thedriven.io/2026/04/14/t...

Politicians and media can’t imagine a fossil-fuel free world - and it’s holding Australians back from huge EV savings | Adam Morton Australia is well behind other countries in embracing clean cars – it’s past time we kicked into gear on going electric

Politicians and media can’t imagine a fossil-fuel free world - and it’s holding Australians back from huge EV savings
Adam Morton www.theguardian.com/environment/...

UK Labour approves nation's largest solar farm, Reform UK mayor vows to fight the decision A controversial solar project that will be the largest in the UK has been given the green light, despite strong local opposition from Britain's right-wing populist political party.

UK Labour approves nation's largest solar farm, Reform UK mayor vows to fight the decision reneweconomy.com.au/uk-labour-ap...