Bill to formalise state net zero target for 2050 left off list of legislative goals ahead of March electionGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Western Australian Labor government has been accused of shelving plans to introduce climate change laws before a state election next March after it left the bill off a list of legislation it hopes to pass.The absence of the climate bill – from the list of 14 legislative priorities circulated with the Liberal party and crossbench MPs – reignited claims that WA Labor is in thrall to the gas industry and failing to address the climate crisis. Continue reading…
Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2024/oct/02/western-australia-labor-government-accused-of-shelving-climate-legislation-emissions-target-roger-cook
Author : Adam Morton Climate and environment editor
Publish date : 2024-10-02 10:12:39
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