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Major parties have Australia on track to blow past Paris targets
Only the Greens and ‘teal’ independents have climate policies consistent with the goals of the Paris Agreement, new analysis shows.
Michael Mazengarb

May 10, 2022

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There is 50:50 chance global warming will exceed 1.5°C before 2025, WMO says
The WMO warns of 50/50 chance that global warming will exceed 1.5 degrees within next five years.
Michael Mazengarb

May 10, 2022

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The best route to decarbonisation is the straight road – no shortcuts
The lesson for Australia from the carbon credit controversy is that there are no short-cuts to decarbonisation – but plenty to be gained from a direct route.
Skipp Williamson

May 4, 2022

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Australia, US and China slammed for ignoring “real” climate threat in Pacific
Former Pacific Island leaders tell Australia, China and US that the biggest security threat in the Pacific is from climate change.
Michael Mazengarb

Apr 29, 2022

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Fossil fuel companies to be sued for climate damage under Greens proposal
Climate-impacted communities could be allowed to sue fossil fuel companies for compensation, under a Greens policy proposal.
Michael Mazengarb

Apr 26, 2022

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“Climate greatest threat to Australia’s security,” ex-defence chief says
National security experts call on Australians to use looming federal election to back candidates backing action on climate change.
Michael Mazengarb

Apr 21, 2022

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Economists back climate change as top election issue for 2022
A poll of leading Australian economists overwhelmingly back climate change as the most important issue for the federal election.
Michael Mazengarb

Apr 11, 2022

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“Dangerous radicals:” UN takes aim at Australia over fossil fuels and climate lies
IPCC says Australia victim of one of the most successful fossil fuel lobbying efforts, as UN chief slams leaders for lying about climate action.
Michael Mazengarb

Apr 5, 2022

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Wind and solar make deep cuts in emissions possible, but fossil fuels must go: IPCC
Wind, solar and battery storage will play centre-stage to cut emissions in half by 2030, the IPCC says, while more expensive CCS will have only a bit part.
Michael Mazengarb

Apr 5, 2022

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“Now or never:” IPCC says immediate and deep cuts needed for liveable future
IPCC uses dramatic language to insist world must make “immediate and deep” emissions cuts, to try and ensure a liveable planet.
Michael Mazengarb

Apr 5, 2022

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Federal budget slammed as another “massive missed opportunity” for climate action
The 2022 federal budget slammed for prioritising fossil fuels over climate action, labelled “bad economic policy”.
Michael Mazengarb

Mar 29, 2022

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Climate spending cut as Frydenberg delivers empty budget for clean energy and EVs
The Morrison government will cut spending on climate action, with clean energy and electric vehicles neglected. Fossil fuel subsidies get a boost.
Michael Mazengarb

Mar 29, 2022

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