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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 13h
Renewed conflict in the Middle East illustrates how vulnerable we are to international price & supply shocks when we rely on imported fuel. There is an alternative: electrifying our households, businesses & transport & powering them with our sun & wind. Clean energy puts us back in control.
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 02/10/2026
No matter how we choose to respond to sea level rise it is going to be complex and costly. The first, best step is to stop such damage in the first place by cutting pollution from coal, oil and gas. 📖 Read the full report: www.climatecouncil.org.au/resources…
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 02/10/2026
A community-owned solar farm in Goulburn has just landed a 10-year deal with one of Australia's biggest technology companies to help power its headquarters ☀️ www.canberratimes.com.au/story/9361…
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Australian tech giant taps into community solar farm
One of Australia's largest technology companies has signed a decade-long deal with a community-owned solar farm to help.
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 01/10/2026
Caption: EVs: 1. Fuel prices: 0.⚡️🚗 While fuel prices stay sky-high, Aussies have been switching to EVs in record numbers. Sales have more than doubled since last August, and this year's new EV drivers are set to save $76 million on fuel by December. 💚 Would you make the switch?👇
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 01/10/2026
The largest coal project in NSW history has just been approved by the state's Independent Planning Commission. Former Fire & Rescue NSW Commissioner and Climate Councillor Greg Mullins says workers deserve better. 🎧 Listen to the clip here
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 01/10/2026
Victorians can get free power midday thanks to solar! Find out more about how solar, wind and storage is the only thing driving down our power bills, and what's driving them up in our report: www.climatecouncil.org.au/resources…
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 30/09/2026
More than 213mm of rain fell near Bangkok in just 24 hours, flooding streets across the city. Climate pollution is driving record-hot oceans, and hotter oceans fuel heavier, more intense rainfall. The more we keep polluting, the worse this gets.
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 30/09/2026
It’s 2026, the climate crisis is all around us. How are we still approving polluting coal mines? What NSW exports as coal, we experience as worsening bushfires, floods, heatwaves and droughts. No matter where coal, oil and gas is dug up and burnt, we experience it as climate harm at home.
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 30/09/2026
🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬 That means 800 million more tonnes of climate pollution - more than seven times what NSW emits in an entire year.
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 29/09/2026
A record number of Aussie households are taking control of their power with solar and batteries. 180,000+ solar, 276,011 batteries in H1 2026 = cleaner power! reneweconomy.com.au/australian-hous…
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Consumers put squeeze on coal as Australian households install record amounts of solar and batteries
Australian households have installed a record number of rooftop solar systems and home batteries so far this year, well
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 28/09/2026
Approving the HVO coal mine expansion would unleash decades of pollution at a time when Australians are already paying the price for worsening climate impacts. We need to protect our communities from worsening climate disasters and costs, not add more fuel to the fire.
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 28/09/2026
Need a reason to feel hopeful? We've got five. 🌏💚 Proof that progress is happening, one policy, panel and species at a time. ☀️ Swipe through for your fortnightly dose of good climate news. 👉
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 24/09/2026
As climate pollution drives worsening floods, bushfires and heatwaves, it’s time for major sporting codes, arts bodies and event organisers to stop giving a free kick to fossil fuel sponsorships. #getoffmychest
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 24/09/2026
Floods that were once rare are becoming routine, as rising seas driven by climate pollution push ordinary tides higher up our coastline. This is one of the ways sea level rise will hurt Australia's coasts. 📖 Read the full report: www.climatecouncil.org.au/resources…
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 23/09/2026
Houses with solar panels achieved prices around 2.7% higher than comparable properties without them. www.realestatebusiness.com.au/sales/32490-...
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The energy-efficient features helping agents unlock 66% sale premiums
Agents who strategically communicate energy-efficient features can boost sale prices by up to 66 per cent, as buyers seek out green homes for cost and comfort benefits.
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 23/09/2026
Energy-efficient properties could be sold for up to 66% above local suburb medians, while rental returns could rise to 35%, according to the Efficiency Edge report by Cotality and the Real Estate Institute of Australia.
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 23/09/2026
The Coalition’s newly announced energy plan is negligent & reckless. They want to remove the only thing putting downward pressure on energy prices: renewable power. The plan would increase Australia’s reliance on foreign oil, raise power & transport costs, & increase deadly climate pollution risks.
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 22/09/2026
🌏 Australia's bid for a UN Security Council seat is a chance to help drive action on climate security, for Australia, and our Asia-Pacific neighbours. Tackling climate pollution and accelerating the switch to renewables protects our environment, and builds a safer, more secure future for everyone.
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 22/09/2026
With EVs making up almost a quarter of new car sales nationally in August and over 155,000 already on NSW roads, the government says drivers are saving up to $3,000 a year on running costs. ⚡️🚗
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 22/09/2026
From the kerbside to the road: NSW drivers now have even more reason to electrify, with a $16.5m State Government boost for kerbside chargers thedriven.io/2026/09/19/councils-an…
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Councils and businesses get $16.5 million funding boost to install EV chargers kerbside, and in council and commercial carparks
State government to invest $16.5 million to boost kerbside electric vehicle charging to enable more organisations and pe
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 21/09/2026
Hunter Valley Operations is the largest coal mine expansion ever proposed in NSW that - if approved - would unleash more than 800 million tonnes of climate pollution. We're expecting the decision on whether or not this project gets the green light next week, stay tuned.
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 21/09/2026
Unlike fossil fuels that have been locked underground for hundreds of millions of years, carbon stored in forests can go up in smoke overnight. Two-thirds of Australia's carbon credits are being bought by fossil fuel companies, while they do nothing to genuinely slash pollution.
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 21/09/2026
Australia's biggest polluters lean on carbon offsets to claim climate progress, but is the system built on shaky ground? www.theguardian.com/global/commenti…
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Australia’s big polluters rely on carbon offsets for climate credibility. But the system looks like a house of cards | Adam Morton
Credits are treated as a straight alternative to emissions cuts, but carbon stored in nature is different to burning mil
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 18/09/2026
Just filled up and felt the pain? You're not alone. The fix? Needing less petrol in the first place. Walking, public transport, EVs, every trip we shift away from petrol is a trip that's shielded against the next price shock.💡
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 18/09/2026
Bushfire survivors turned their experience into a solution: a flat-pack, fire-resistant tiny home that can go up in two weeks. www.abc.net.au/news/2026-09-18/fire…
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Bushfire survivor builds fire-resistant tiny home kit that fits in ute tray
Architect Adriano Pupilli creates a flat-packed tiny home that meets the second-highest bushfire attack level after endu
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 16/09/2026
FACTS 🎯🎯 The Albanese Government must end the free ride for fossil fuels. Sign our petition now: link in bio.
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 16/09/2026
Our sea level rise research made the news 🎥 ABC's Romy Stephens breaks down the key findings: 267,000 coastal properties and 2 million hectares could face flood damage this century, costing $855 billion. Full report here: www.climatecouncil.org.au/resources…
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 16/09/2026
Delaying the Western Renewables Link & VNI West transmission projects could cost Australians a staggering $33 billion in wholesale electricity costs, according to a new Nexa Advisory report. With families already stretched thin, every delay means more pain at the hip pocket.
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 14/09/2026
At a public hearing in the Hunter Valley, Nic spoke out against the HVO coal extension project, which if approved will unleash more than 800 million tonnes of climate pollution over its lifetime – more than 7X NSW’s annual climate pollution.
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 14/09/2026
📣 🤑 Aussie households could save $5000 a year by electrifying their homes and cars, according to the Electrify Australia campaign. www.braidwoodtimes.com.au/story/934…
braidwoodtimes.com.au
Electric switch could save households $5000 a year
More than 30 organisations will urge the federal government to do more in backing electric appliances, equipment and...
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 14/09/2026
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 13/09/2026
What do record EV sales, a giant rooftop solar farm, a protected coastline and 75-year-high kākāpō numbers have in common? 👀 They’re all good recent climate news worth celebrating. 🌏💚 Swipe through for your fortnightly dose of good news. 👉
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 11/09/2026
Did you know just how many countries are powering ahead with renewable energy? 🌏 Australia is in a league with 88 other countries that have switched at least 35% of their electricity grid to clean renewable sources 😎
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 10/09/2026
📖 To find out if your local area will be impacted, read the full report here: www.climatecouncil.org.au/resources/ri...
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 10/09/2026
From Broome to Hobart, damage from sea level rise and storm surges is projected to worsen across Australia this century. These are examples of likely hot spots across the country (not a full or ranked list) from rising seas, driven by climate pollution.
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 10/09/2026
To find out more about how what sea level rise means for your part of the coast you can access our report here: www.climatecouncil.org.au/resources/ri...
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Rising Seas, Rising Bills: How sea level rise will cost every Australian
This report finds sea level rise will conservatively cost Australia $855 billion this century, and become a constant drag on our economy.
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 10/09/2026
Our report on the economic cost of sea level rise in Australia, Rising Seas, Rising Bills, just made national headlines. www.abc.net.au/news/2026-09-10/sea-…
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Australia's love for coastal living faces $850b reckoning
Australian researchers find more than 267,000 coastal properties and 2 million hectares of land across the country will
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 09/09/2026
New modelling by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis shows you could save up to $800–$1,900 a year on the solar sharer plan ⚡️🚗 www.theguardian.com/environment/202…
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Electric car owners could save hundreds of dollars a year under the solar sharer scheme. Here’s how
New research shows who benefits most from the federal solar sharer plans
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 07/09/2026
📣 Today, we are matching your donation dollar-for-dollar because stopping fossil fuel expansion before it starts is cheaper than fighting it after. Give today, link in bio.
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 07/09/2026
Climate scientist Zeke Hausfather’s latest estimate of just how hot global temperatures in 2026 and 2027 are tracking to be. In Australia, climate pollution and El Niño together stack the odds towards record heat, aggressive drought, dangerous fire seasons and escalating costs for Aussie families.
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 03/09/2026
“We cannot tackle climate change while approving more fossil fuels. It is crazy to pour more fuel on the fire by allowing fossil fuels to expand," says Climate Council CEO Amanda McKenzie.
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 03/09/2026
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 02/09/2026
Hottest winter on record. Snow season closing weeks early. Records broken in Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra. And spring's shaping up even hotter. This is what climate pollution from coal, oil and gas looks like for our alpine regions, but it's not too late to change course.
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 02/09/2026
WTAF 🤬 Yesterday, the NT unleashed a climate bomb by beginning to frack polluting gas from the Beetaloo Basin. Today, the United Nations confirmed we're not cutting climate pollution from coal, oil and gas fast enough, with devastating impacts for us all.
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 01/09/2026
Fracked gas from the Beetaloo Basin began flowing into the Northern Territory power grid yesterday. This is a climate bomb. Gas from the Beetaloo could unleash climate pollution more than three times Australia's annual domestic pollution over the next two decades. Our kids deserve better.
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 01/09/2026
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 31/08/2026
The devastating flash flooding in the Himalayas is a stark reminder of how climate pollution is putting vulnerable communities at growing risk. Our thoughts are with all those affected. Find our full statement on our website.
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 31/08/2026
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 31/08/2026
🌏 GOOD CLIMATE NEWS | AUGUST Chicken poo powering homes. 500,000 home batteries installed. Dung beetles cutting farm methane. First Nations stewardship shaping renewable energy projects. The world's largest battery-electric aircraft taking flight. Swipe through this month's good climate news. 🗞️
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climatecouncil.org.au @climatecouncil.org.au · 27/08/2026
"The fossil fuel industry knows exactly what it's doing." Climate Councillor Prof. Tim Flannery speaks candidly on ABC's Conversations about accountability, denial, and what's really driving the climate crisis.
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