📜 Climate Change Bill 2023
Bill LapsedLABill 13930 November 2023
The Climate Change Bill 2023 establishes a framework for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in Western Australia, setting emissions reduction targets, and creating strategies for emissions reduction and climate adaptation. It mandates annual reporting to Parliament on progress.
Impact
This bill affects all Western Australians by setting a path towards net-zero emissions and addressing climate change impacts. It impacts businesses through emissions reduction targets and encourages investment in sustainable industries. Government agencies will be required to develop and implement strategies and plans.
Key Changes
["Sets a long-term emissions reduction target of net-zero by 2050 for WA.", "Requires the development of an emissions reduction strategy and a climate adaptation strategy.", "Mandates annual reporting to Parliament on climate change progress."]
Parliamentary Progress
- LA IntroducedLA30 Nov 2023
- LA Second Reading MovedLA30 Nov 2023
Affected Sectors
environmentpublic_sectorminingresourcesagricultureutilitiesother
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