Climate change

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Australia is meeting our climate change targets, improving the environment and supporting an effective international response.

The Government’s policies reduce emissions by boosting energy productivity, reducing waste, rehabilitating degraded land, increasing renewable energy and driving innovation. The Government’s policies are addressing climate change while helping to reduce costs for households and businesses.

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Charles Sturt University and Pangolin Associates join the Carbon Neutral Network.
10
Oct
2016
The IPCC has issued a call for nominations for experts to participate in the scoping meeting for the Sixth Assessment Report.
07
Oct
2016
These sessions will provide information and guidance on how to achieve carbon neutral certification. Participants will also have the opportunity to hear from organisations already certified and to develop business to business contacts across and...
21
Sep
2016
Emissions Reduction Fund Beef cattle herd management method variation released for public consultation. Consultation period closes 15 August 2016
02
Aug
2016
Emissions Reduction Fund Coal mine waste gas method variation released for public consultation. Consultation period closes 29 August 2016
02
Aug
2016

Australian Government action on climate change

Australia is meeting our climate change targets, improving the environment and supporting an effective international response.

Emissions Reduction Fund

The Emissions Reduction Fund is the centrepiece of the Australian Government's policy suite to reduce emissions.

A Plan for a Cleaner Environment

Find out more about the Australian Government’s plan for a cleaner environment.