Prime Minister Scott Morrison has unveiled his government’s plans to reach Net Zero carbon emissions by 2050, ahead of the United Nations COP26 climate summit in Glasgow.
Morrison made specific reference to maintaining a balance between reducing emissions and protecting jobs and growth, anticipating the effect decarbonisation will have on the economy.
The lack of commitment to a more short term 2030 target has drawn criticisms, as Morrison said his plan would not involve shutting down current Australian coal or gas productions.