Organisation
Climate Council
Alternate Name:
Climate Council of Australia
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Briefing paper
Summer outlook 2024-25 briefing paper for journalists
This briefing paper, designed for journalists but broadly applicable, summarises key findings from the Bureau of Meteorology and the National Council for Fire and Emergency Services’ forecasts for summer 2024-25. It describes the influence of climate pollution on extreme weather events, with increasingly hot, wet and volatile conditions likely to be felt throughout the summer.
Report
Under pressure: the climate crunch fuelling inflation and hurting Aussie families
This report suggests a growing divide between families who can afford to switch to green energy and those who can't, finding a reliance on fossil fuels is compounding the cost of living crisis for families. This national poll of parents looks at the challenges and concerns of Australian households and makes recommendations to reduce the...
Report
Airborne hazard: how air pollution harms our kids
This report explores the latest research, from Australia and internationally, on how air pollution is harming Australians today, and explains why children - who are still growing, breathe faster and spend more time outdoors - are particularly vulnerable.
Report
State of Queensland: disaster ground zero
Queensland may be known as the Sunshine State, but it’s also Australia’s ground zero when it comes to climate fuelled disasters. This report calls on the Queensland Government to stop approving new or expanded coal and gas projects, grow firefighting capacity and help households and communities better prepare for increasing climate risks.
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Seize the sun: how Australia can supercharge rooftop solar
This report covers Australia’s rooftop solar potential for homes and businesses with a focus on ensuring that all new homes have solar from day one, and adding solar on most social housing to unlock cost savings for tenants and governments.