The Net Zero in Government Operations Strategy describes the approach for implementing the Australian Government’s commitment to achieve net zero in government operations by 2030. This target was included in Australia’s Nationally Determined Contribution Communication 2022 under the Paris Agreement. 

The Australian Government reaffirmed this ambitious target when it was one of 19 global partners to launch the Net Zero Government Initiative at the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Conference of Parties meeting (COP27) in November 2022, and published its roadmap at COP28 on how it will reach net zero government operations through the Strategy. 

A 2026-27 mid-term review will consider overall progress to date, domestic and international expectations at that time on climate action in government operations, and any recommended changes to policy or strategy to ensure the Government is still meeting its commitment to demonstrate leadership.

The Net Zero in Government Operations Strategy supersedes the Energy Efficiency in Government Operations policy.