2023 global carbon emissions on track to reach their highest ever
Global analysis has found carbon emissions are likely to rise to their highest level ever in 2023, with Australia’s emissions trending up.
Gas
Victoria will ban gas in new homes from next year
Victoria will ban gas in new homes from next year. It’s part of a plan to limit emissions, and to save on household budgets.
Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek has rejected a coal mine proposed by Clive Palmer
Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek rejects Central QLD Coal’s mine near Great Barrier Reef, citing pollution risks. First major coal project refused by Fed Environment Minister after public consultation. Government assesses coal projects case-by-case.
A review has recommended changes to the government’s carbon credit system
The review said the ACCU scheme is “essentially sound” and was “fundamentally well-designed when introduced”.
