The Climate Council’s assessment of Australia’s climate performance presents an overview of the world’s response to climate change, specifically through the pledges made and targets established. In conjunction with this analysis, it accordingly posits Australia’s climate contributions to identify discrepancies and the actions that need to be taken, urging the country to partake in drastic measures to reduce their emissions and accelerate their energy transition.
The Climate Council puts forth strengthened climate targets to conduce the integration of sustainable practices. Spanning from policy to investment, the report’s policy alternatives recommend Australia to solidify its emissions reduction target for 2030 by constructing specific plans to decarbonize their main contributing sectors. Protecting the environment will require collaboration and funding from all levels of engagement, but it must remain a national priority.