California opens lawsuit against oil companies
California has commenced a lawsuit against some of the world’s biggest oil companies, alleging they hindered climate action in the state.
Pollution
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 new study has found there is more plastic waste in the world than ever before
New study reports alarming increase of plastic waste worldwide, with 139 million metric tonnes of single-use plastic in 2021. Report names the worst offenders and recommends solutions.
Australia’s biggest polluters will be forced to reduce emissions by 5% every year until 2030
Climate Change Minister Chris Bowen has announced a Federal Government plan to lower carbon emissions for Australia’s largest emitters.
The ozone layer is on track to make a full recovery by 2066
A report commissioned with support from the United Nations has found that weakened areas of the ozone layer could be fully recovered by 2066.
A global agreement has been reached to protect 30% of the world’s land and waters by 2030
A United Nations conference has concluded with a global agreement to protect 30% of earth’s land area and 30% of its marine area by 2030.
