📜 Climate Change and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Bill 2020
Legislative Council Second ReadingLCBill 17219 March 2020Private Member
This Bill sets targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing renewable energy generation in Western Australia. It establishes a Climate Change Council and requires government decision-makers to consider climate change impacts.
Impact
This bill affects all sectors in WA, particularly energy, resources and environment, by setting emissions and renewable energy targets. It aims to mitigate climate change impacts and promote a transition to a net-zero emissions economy, impacting businesses, communities, and government agencies.
Key Changes
["Legislates net zero emissions targets for WA.", "Legislates renewable energy generation targets for WA.", "Establishes a Climate Change Council to advise the Minister.", "Requires government decision-makers to consider climate change impacts."]
Parliamentary Progress
- LC Second Reading MovedLC19 Mar 2020
Affected Sectors
environmentresourcesutilitiespublic_sectorminingother
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