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The energy grid is not ready for the closure of the Eraring coal plant, the energy operator has warned, raising the threat of widespread blackouts in eastern Australia.

The energy grid is not ready for the closure of the Eraring coal plant, the energy operator has warned, raising the threat of widespread blackouts in eastern Australia.

The federal government says its new Solar Sharer scheme will also benefit Australians who aren't able to access it, but some experts are hesitant to agree.

Saying there is enough solar power for everyone in the daytime, the federal government will direct retailers to provide three hours of free power every day to consumers.

Saying there is enough solar power for everyone in the daytime, Climate Change Minister Chris Bowen will direct retailers to provide three hours of free power every day to consumers.

The approval of a solar farm in just 30 business days is an example of how the renewables rollout could be sped up if Australia's ageing environment laws were rewritten, the government says. 

The approval of a solar farm in just 30 business days is an example of how the renewables rollout could be sped up if Australia's ageing environment laws were rewritten, the government says. 

While Anthony Albanese says we're in a "race for jobs" with other countries offering big government subsidies and can't afford to be "left behind", Productivity Commissioner Danielle Wood isn't sure it's a race we should...

Entrepreneur Dick Smith says no country has ever been able to run on renewables, labelling the idea "impossible". What do they experts say?

The widespread adoption of rooftop solar panels and smart appliances is increasing the risk of cyber attacks on Australia's electricity grid that could cripple the economy, experts warn.

Will you tackle this week's news quiz like it's a mission to a remote asteroid — or will we have to mute your microphone from now on?

A proposal for new coal generation will be scrutinised thanks to a Federal Government grant, with the support of most Collinsville locals.

The debate over nuclear technology is a controversial one, yet many leaders in the field believe it's time for an open and calm discussion about the energy alternative.

The National Party membership will use its federal conference this weekend to pressure politicians to finalise energy policy, and to push for more coal-fired power stations in regional areas.

The National Party membership will use its federal conference this weekend to call for an end to the energy policy vacuum, with more 'clean' coal-fired power stations in regional areas.