"Indonesia, home to the world’s third-largest rainforest, is recording its highest forest loss in years, new data shows, as environmentalists blame weak protections and the government’s food and energy self-sufficiency drive." www.arabnews.com/node/2639096...

"Scientists estimate the endangered bird’s population has slumped to about 750. But the logging agency responsible for clearing its habitat said it acted lawfully." www.theguardian.com/environment/...

"The state's public healthcare system contributes to nearly 50 per cent of Queensland government emissions." www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04...

"Multiple submissions detailed coordinated “astroturfing” campaigns, including fake social media accounts impersonating real Australians to manufacture opposition to renewable energy projects, alongside widespread use of misleading political advertising." reneweconomy.com.au/indefensible...

The electrification of homes and businesses and a big battery pipeline bulging to around 30 gigawatts have helped to push out forecast gas shortfalls by another year, according to the latest market update from the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO). reneweconomy.com.au/gas-shortage...

"The United Nations body confirmed 2015 to 2025 were the hottest 11 years ever measured, but a still bleaker message was that the rising temperature experienced by humans on the surface was only 1% of the faster-accumulating heat in the wider Earth system." www.theguardian.com/environment/...

"Investigators with the Australian Conservation Foundation (ACF) also found landholders who had spoken with state environment agencies were given wrong or misguided advice that they did not need to seek approval under the new laws." www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03...

"Over the past few months, multiple parts of the country have lurched from extreme heat to flooding — sometimes in a matter of weeks — in a summer that has been described as one of "breakneck climate whiplash" by the Climate Council." www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03...

"It found federal and state governments will pay or forgo the equivalent of $31,020 each minute in 2025-26 to subsidise companies producing and using coal, gas and especially oil, mostly in the form of diesel." www.theguardian.com/environment/...

"Hothschild says the fossil fuel industry is desperately fighting for its existence, and cited the extraordinary progress of solar and battery storage – including in Australia – as a prime example." reneweconomy.com.au/a-tidal-wave...

Feeling the pinch lately? Did you know climate impacts make up around 20% of the #CostOfLiving increase since 2022? We think it's time that big companies also feel the cost of their climate pollution!

🚨 🚨 TONIGHT 7:30🚨🚨 we're hearing from Superpower Institute superstars Simon Holmes à Court and Reuben Finighan! Got tickets? Get to the arts centre!! Missed out? Catch the livestream on our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/live/N3t2JFz...

"Documents released under freedom of information laws show the environment department advised the government in late 2024 that it should revoke a 2012 decision that allowed salmon farming to expand in the vast harbour on the state’s west coast." www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...

"Unlike oil, solar panels and wind turbines can avoid being shipped through maritime chokepoints such as the Strait of Hormuz. Renewables are not traded in the same globally centralised way." theconversation.com/the-strikes-...

"Top End Pastoral Company’s development would clear 2,723 hectares of woodland – an area 10 times the size of Sydney’s CBD – on Claravale farm and station in the Daly River region for crops, including sorghum and cotton." www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...

On TONIGHT online 7.30! What is really going on with Victoria’s forests? Renowned forest campaigners Virginia Young and Luke Chamberlain (EJA), plus why forests are so important to climate action - do not miss this big picture take! lighterfootprints.org/event/why-fo...

"The figure was compiled by researchers concerned the Australia government was "silent" on an international deadline to identify and eliminate spending that damages nature." www.abc.net.au/news/science...

If this hot weather is not for you, join us tomorrow to think cool, green thoughts! We have two incredible forests experts lined up to tell us all about the complex and critically important role of forests for planetary health! RSVP below to get the Zoom link - this one is not to be missed! 🌳🌿🍃

"The repeal will remove the regulatory requirements to measure, report, certify, and comply with federal greenhouse gas emission standards for cars." www.abc.net.au/news/2026-02...

Have you heard that renewables powered 50% of the grid in the December quarter? It's great news! But, just quietly - we knew this was coming. In his 2025 energy systems update to Lighter Footprints, Simon Holmes à Court highlighted the incredibly rapid growth of renewables.

"Freedom-of-information documents showed the resources minister, Madeleine King, had met at least 17 times with Japanese LNG representatives." www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...

Love Australia's forests? Luke Chamberlain and Virginia Young know more than anyone about the vital role of forests in our planetary systems - and about how we can protect them! Don't miss these renowned experts at our free public webinar, 7:30pm Wed February 18th! RSVP below.

On in a few minutes! Find out more about how home batteries can increase your solar usage and drop your energy bills! Great speakers - Trent Jones CEO of All Electric Homes and systems engineer Russell Williams - watch the livestream here: www.youtube.com/live/7f7UoAi...

"During hot weather events, Mission Australia's outreach service, Missionbeat, provides people who are homeless in Sydney with supplies like water, ice blocks, cooling towels and transport to cooling hubs." www.abc.net.au/news/2026-02...

Lighter Footprints legend Amy is running a massive 62km to raise money for Tasmania's Takayna wilderness, via the Bob Brown Foundation! Can you chip in to help Amy protect nature? 🙌 takaynatrail2026.raiselysite.com/amy-hiller

"The record came as Australia went past another milestone, with renewable energy supplying more power than fossil fuels in a quarter for the first time." www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...

"Wilderness Society has asked the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission to investigate the hardware and garden chain because it could be selling unlawfully logged timber, despite Bunnings’ policies and websites promoting responsible sourcing." www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...

"It is believed populations have declined due to loss of habitat, predation by feral cats and foxes, increasing fire activity and low rainfall." www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...

Love koalas? Hate climate-polluting fossil fuels? Today's your day! The NSW Independent Planning Commission is considering an expansion to NSW's biggest producing thermal coal mine.

Nature lover? You'll love our February Forests event! We're lucky to have renowned ecosystems expert Virginia Young as a speaker.

"The EPA says pollutants can be higher after rain because of pollution that washes into the sea from stormwater drains." www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...

Last weekend, we posted that our thoughts were with the communities affected by bushfire, and our heroic emergency teams. They still are! And we're happy to report that the best ways to help out have now become clearer.

"A string of convictions recorded by the government-owned agency last year prompted a former magistrate to compare the forestry corporation to a “criminal organisation”, an accusation the NSWFC said at the time was “ridiculous”." www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...

"More than 57,000 hectares of threatened species habitat was approved for destruction by the Australian government in 2025 – the most in 15 years, according to analysis by the Australian Conservation Foundation." www.theguardian.com/environment/...

"A record-breaking number of black and grey-headed flying fox deaths in the Illawarra during an east coast heatwave could grow, according to Australia's peak wildlife rescue organisation." www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...

As Victoria declares a state of disaster, our thoughts are with the affected communities and our heroic firefighters.

"With an increase in wind, fire dangers will also escalate during the next 48 hours, reaching "catastrophic" in Victoria and "extreme" in parts of SA and eastern NSW." www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...

Ever worry about blackouts during extreme heat? You wouldn't if you had a home battery - and right now, government subsidies can save you 30%! Join us online on February 4th for an information evening, and hear how homeowners like you achieved energy independence. RSVP below 👇

"Scientists suspect this rising death rate is part of a global trend but are unsure exactly how heat kills trees in cold and tropical climates." www.abc.net.au/news/science...

"Between 10 and 20 per cent of used pods are estimated to be recycled, meaning waste is mounting, and thousands of tonnes of single-use pods that cannot be easily recycled are relegated to landfill." www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...

"The cost of generating electricity in an Australian grid powered by 82% renewable energy would be a third cheaper than current wholesale electricity costs, according to new CSIRO analysis." www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...

"About 200,000 glaciers remain worldwide, with about 750 disappearing each year. However, the research indicates this pace will accelerate rapidly as emissions from burning fossil fuels continue to be released into the atmosphere." www.theguardian.com/environment/...

"An analysis from modelling firm Climate Resource suggests thermal coal exports could plummet by nearly 80 per cent in a decade compared with 2024 levels." thewest.com.au/business/fas...

"The Victorian government is making a historic apology to Aboriginal Victorians in one of the first public acts to follow the signing of the state's treaty agreement." www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12...

"The Victorian government is making a historic apology to Aboriginal Victorians in one of the first public acts to follow the signing of the state's treaty agreement." www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12...

T-minus two days until our end of year party! Great food, great company, and a chance to celebrate a year of great climate action! All Lighter Footprint-ers and friends invited - RSVP link below ⬇️⬇️⬇️

"The Murray-Darling Basin Authority says it is "virtually certain" that the basin will be hotter and drier by 2050." www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12...

The weather's taken a turn for the better, and we've got a lot to celebrate from 2025! So join us for a BBQ this Wednesday afternoon - good cheer, good company, and a chance to reflect on all the amazing climate activism you made happen this year! RSVP at lighterfootprints.org/event/2025-e...