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Could the industrial rooftops of Gore Hill power the North Shore?

Could the industrial rooftops of Gore Hill power the North Shore?

The challenge is finding a middle ground between tenants who want solar and landlords who don’t want to pay.

Energy

The video call that changed the future for North Shore data centres

The video call that changed the future for North Shore data centres

Operators may face “some pressure to do things faster, to get ahead of any requirements”.

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Data centres done “the Australian way”: what does Albanese’s speech mean for North Shore locals?

Data centres done “the Australian way”: what does Albanese’s speech mean for North Shore locals?

Will data centres fuel our transition to clean energy, or prolong the life of coal and gas plants?

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Three hours of free energy: how can North Shore households make the most of it?

Three hours of free energy: how can North Shore households make the most of it?

The scheme will work best for those with pool pumps, electric vehicles, and home batteries.

Energy

Does the “clean energy” claim from data centres being built on the North Shore add up?

Does the “clean energy” claim from data centres being built on the North Shore add up?

Renewable energy contracts might not be enough for the industry to mitigate its impacts, critics say.

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Why are data centre companies cosying up to fossil fuel giants?

Why are data centre companies cosying up to fossil fuel giants?

As community opposition on the North Shore grows, there are calls for a pause on new projects in Australia.

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When will the North Shore get electric ferries?

When will the North Shore get electric ferries?

According to Transport for NSW, it could be as long as a decade before the highest capacity ferry service goes electric.

Energy

Community opposition to data centres is exploding. Where has it come from?

Community opposition to data centres is exploding. Where has it come from?

A proposal for a Lane Cove centre received nearly 400 submissions against the project.

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“Choosing to leave Australians exposed”: North Shore MP rails against EV tax changes

“Choosing to leave Australians exposed”: North Shore MP rails against EV tax changes

The Treasurer argues there are now many electric vehicles in the low-to-mid price range.

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North Shore MPs pushed for a gas tax the PM says won't work. Who's right?

North Shore MPs pushed for a gas tax the PM says won't work. Who's right?

The current system was designed in the 1980s for smaller onshore oil projects.

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Solar and strata: how do you escape the bureaucratic nightmare?

Solar and strata: how do you escape the bureaucratic nightmare?

“The biggest hurdle is actually having someone willing to commit their time and effort”.

Energy

Kids are baking in classrooms. These North Shore parents say they have a solution

Kids are baking in classrooms. These North Shore parents say they have a solution

Prime rooftop real estate is being wasted, and could be put to better use.

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North Shore trains to run 100% on renewables by 2027

North Shore trains to run 100% on renewables by 2027

Bus and ferry services will continue to rely on fossil fuels.

Energy

How do you install solar on a heritage home?

How do you install solar on a heritage home?

Hunters Hill is struggling to adapt to the future while maintaining its past.

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$400 million dollar data centre proposed for Lane Cove West

$400 million dollar data centre proposed for Lane Cove West

The local council has raised concerns that increased development could be leading to grid instability.

Energy

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“A disservice to our future”: Climate disinformation is a coordinated attack on communities

“A disservice to our future”: Climate disinformation is a coordinated attack on communities

From Facebook groups to mainstream media, bad info is leaking into our lives.

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North Shore locals love electric cars. But how do we make them more affordable for everyone?

North Shore locals love electric cars. But how do we make them more affordable for everyone?

While most might associate EVs with shiny new exteriors, a growing used car market shows another route to expanding access.

Energy

Should we make data centres build their own energy?

Should we make data centres build their own energy?

As the AI boom hits Australia, many are calling for strong, federal guidelines.

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From North Ryde to nationwide: is Australia ready for a big data centre future?

From North Ryde to nationwide: is Australia ready for a big data centre future?

While data centres can theoretically operate on 100% renewable energy, their high power demands are burning through coal and gas.

Environment

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In five months, the North Shore has installed over 2000 home batteries. The Federal Government wants us to buy even more.

In five months, the North Shore has installed over 2000 home batteries. The Federal Government wants us to buy even more.

Hornsby and Turramurra lead the North Shore in uptake of home battery systems.

Energy

Nicolette Boele and Ed Husic would like gas companies to stop ripping us off

Nicolette Boele and Ed Husic would like gas companies to stop ripping us off

Since the expansion of gas exports in 2015, Australian gas prices have tripled. Experts say these are directly linked.

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What do the North Shore’s Liberal councils think of Net Zero?

What do the North Shore’s Liberal councils think of Net Zero?

While federal and state parties battle themselves about the policy, Liberal Mayors across the North Shore remain committed to their net zero targets.

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Alone on the frontbench, the Liberal’s Julian Leeser seeks support for net zero

Alone on the frontbench, the Liberal’s Julian Leeser seeks support for net zero

The member for Berowra was joined by only two other members of his party willing to publicly back the policy.

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Why are local governments across Sydney pushing for all-electric dwellings?

Why are local governments across Sydney pushing for all-electric dwellings?

The renewable energy transition is more complicated than a headline.

Energy

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This North Shore local’s start-up is helping to keep the lights on

This North Shore local’s start-up is helping to keep the lights on

We need to manage our energy more wisely, according to DNA Energy cofounder.

Energy

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