Anne Delaney

Anne Delaney is the host of the SwitchedOn podcast and our Electrification Editor, She has had a successful career in journalism (the ABC and SBS), as a documentary film maker, and as an artist and sculptor.

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Local power: How councils turn conversations into energy upgrades

Local power: How councils turn conversations into energy upgrades

When it comes to cutting emissions and lowering power bills, many Australian households won’t be swayed by glossy ads, government policies, or even rebates. What often gets people to take action is a conversation – with a friend, a neighbour, or someone they trust.

'A big deal': Bowen says hosting COP31 will lift Australia’s standing and help accelerate renewables shift

'A big deal': Bowen says hosting COP31 will lift Australia’s standing and help accelerate renewables shift

Australia’s bid to co-host the United Nations COP31 climate talks in 2026 with Pacific nations has been described by Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen as a “remarkable opportunity” to restore Australia’s international climate leadership and help shape the global clean energy conversation.

The $60b energy boom hidden in Barnaby Joyce’s backyard

The $60b energy boom hidden in Barnaby Joyce’s backyard

It’s the kind of economic windfall that regional Australia dreams of: $60 billion in investment, 4000 construction jobs, more than 5000 ongoing jobs, and enough clean energy to power half the country.

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