Climateworks experts on the key trends in climate action for 2026

This year’s climate action agenda is jam-packed and 2026 is the moment where ambition can translate into delivery.

A decade-long global effort for sustainable transport has started and Australia has a lot to gain by joining in

By embracing the UN Decade of Sustainable Transport, Australia can see profound benefits by 2035.

Designed right, road user charging can modernise how Australians move

A well-designed road user charging scheme could help cut congestion, reduce emissions, lower infrastructure costs and improve the overall efficiency of Australia’s transport network. 

Reducing transport electricity demand as Australia decarbonises

In a future that will use a lot of electricity, any opportunity to lower demand is worth pursuing

Upgrading Australia’s worst-performing homes could save enough energy to power 4.5 million EVs

Upgrading the nation's lowest-performing homes could massively reduce Australians' energy use and electricity bills, Climateworks Centre analysis shows.

No home left behind: a postcode approach to electrification

Climateworks Centre experts Dr Gill Armstrong and Dr Portia Odell look at a pilot project to electrify 500 homes in postcode 2515 in this article for The Conversation.

Eight recommendations for Australia’s Transport and Infrastructure Net Zero Roadmap

By getting the settings right for how transport is planned and funded, Australia can set itself up for a smoother, more effective transition – maximising emissions reductions and other benefits.

EVs alone won’t save Australia from climate emergency

The more decarbonisation solutions that are in the mix, the less risky the road ahead will be for Australia's transport sector, writes Climateworks Centre's Lily Rau for 360info.

Interactive: Decarbonising transport, Australia’s fastest growing source of emissions

Explore how different combinations of solutions can contribute to a credible decarbonisation plan for Australia’s transport sector.

New modelling: Australia’s credible transport transition beyond electric vehicles

Climateworks Centre releases new report, ‘Decarbonising Australia’s transport sector: Diverse solutions for a credible emissions reduction plan’.

Renovations and rewiring can multiply the decarbonisation dividend 

Our data on Australian homes shows the opportune time for action on energy efficiency and electrification is now.

Renovating an Australian home can reduce emissions and energy costs. So how do savings in your state or territory stack up?

Explore an interactive chart showing the savings identified in our 'Climate-ready homes' report for households in each state and territory.

Renovate homes to cope with cost of living crisis and climate change impacts, Climateworks Centre says

Climateworks launches new report 'Climate-ready homes: Building the case for a renovation wave in Australia'.

Decarbonising short-haul road freight could halve Australia’s freight emissions

Climateworks releases new report, 'Delivering freight decarbonisation: Strategies for reducing Australia’s transport emissions'.

Raising Australian building standards can deliver climate-ready homes sooner

New revisions to the National Construction Code must continue to raise the standard for residential building energy performance - not only to reduce emissions, but also to lower energy bills and improve health outcomes for residents.

Thinking beyond EVs to decarbonise Australia’s transport sector

Transport is Australia's third-largest source of emissions. There are more solutions to decarbonise the sector than just changing the car we drive, write Climateworks experts Helen Rowe and Rachel Lynskey.

The Australian Federal Budget takes important steps toward net zero on hydrogen, housing and more

There is much to do if Australia is to grasp the opportunities of a net zero future. This week's Federal Budget takes some fundamental steps in the right direction.

How universities can spearhead the net zero revolution

United Nations SDSN, Climateworks and Monash Energy Institute release guide to help educational institutions decarbonise

7-star housing is a step towards zero carbon – but there’s much more to do, starting with existing homes

In this article for The Conversation, Climateworks Centre's Gill Armstrong and Margot Delafoulhouze together with RMIT University's Alan Pears and Trivess Moore look at what recent changes to the National Construction Code will mean — and what else can be done to future-proof Australian homes.

Why it’s so hard to buy an electric car in Australia and what can be done about it

A new Climateworks Centre report shows demand for electric vehicles (EVs) far outstrips supply in Australia but there are steps governments can take to get more EVs on the road.

Accelerating Australia’s EV uptake can save vehicle owners $1,300 per year in running costs

A new Climateworks Centre report shows how raising Australia's EV ambition would benefit consumers and cut transport emissions.

Benefits of lifting Australian National Construction Code energy standards reaffirmed in joint statement

Climateworks Centre joins more than 100 organisations in signing joint statement on increasing minimum energy efficiency standards for new homes in Australia.

Construction code review a chance for Australian governments to demonstrate their commitment to net zero

Australian home energy efficiency standards have not been increased in a decade. The National Construction Code's upcoming review could deliver the upgrades that have been promised and which are critical for Australia to achieve net zero emissions.

How infrastructure can help deliver a net zero Australia: event summary

The decisions Australia makes about infrastructure today will shape how we live, work and play in the future.

Cities in Australia are a major cause of emissions – but they can be a part of the climate solution, too

Cities can rapidly decarbonise by focusing on reducing emissions from infrastructure, buildings and transport.

Australia’s transport emissions: the role of hydrogen in reaching zero emissions

In our latest piece examining the complex and interdependent nature of the transport system, Rachel Lynskey explores the role of green hydrogen – made with renewable energy – in reducing emissions for certain transport modes.

NCC22 update: Draft provisions a chance to embed long-awaited energy improvement measures for new homes

Draft National Construction Code 2022 provisions would lead to improved building performance, resulting in more comfortable homes, reduced energy bills and lower emissions.

Australia’s transport emissions: the role of infrastructure in reaching zero emissions

The next in a series on the complex and interdependent nature of the transport system, Rachel Lynskey explores how infrastructure can lay the foundations for a zero emissions transport sector.

Net zero ambition in infrastructure: Western Australia’s draft strategy is a step forward for the sector

The draft strategy, Foundations for a Stronger Tomorrow, represents a significant step forward in aligning state- and nationally-significant infrastructure with net zero emissions.

Australia’s transport emissions: the role of electric vehicles in reaching zero emissions

Climateworks’ first article unpacking the issues and opportunities for reducing emissions in the transport sector, where we explore how electric vehicles fit into the net zero conversation.

Indonesia has set an ambitious target for electric vehicles: what factors can support the nation’s shift to an electric-dominated transport sector?

Is Indonesia heading towards its first tipping point for electric vehicles?

On the road again: here’s how the states can accelerate Australia’s sputtering electric vehicle transition

Stimulating the net zero infrastructure conversation is ‘more relevant than ever’

Climateworks’ Michael Li explains how, six months since Reshaping Infrastructure was released, the work continues to focus the infrastructure sector on how decisions made today will affect long-term emissions reduction opportunities.

Australia can transform the transport network to become a global leader

One of Australia’s largest and fastest growing sources of emissions is ripe for transformation.

Electric buses can reduce costs, improve air quality and support local industries.

Technology and industry are ready for policy to support electric bus rollout.

Can Australia follow the UK’s lead to ban fossil fuel cars by 2035?

The UK government has announced it will ban fossil fuels cars from 2035. On Thursday 6 February, Anna Skarbek explained to Triple J Hack the Climate Change Act underpinning the policy.

Fleet owners could save money by choosing electric vehicles

Electric vehicles could have a huge impact in accelerating Australia's transition to electric vehicles

Australia has opened the door to higher performing homes, at lower cost

An agreement that could set Australian homes towards lower energy bills, less strain on the electricity network and fewer greenhouse gas emissions

Strong energy targets for buildings could deliver emissions and power savings in Australia’s Top End: new report

Improved energy performance of buildings presents a win-win-win

Australia’s buildings must be built for a zero carbon future

Australia’s electric vehicle industry gains momentum: report

Vehicle emission standards would save motorists more than free trade deal

Climateworks leads call for best practice vehicle emission standards

Program to help businesses access building upgrade funding