Australia faces significant challenges to its long-term economic prosperity and environmental sustainability – its current policies to reduce carbon emissions are inefficient and it is not on track to meet targets. This report sets out two policy proposals that can deliver emissions reduction and economic renewal together: a polluter pays levy and a fair share...

Reducing emissions from greenhouse gases is an important national priority. Minimising the cost of meeting Australia’s emissions targets will free resources for other uses. And speeding up approvals for new energy infrastructure will support decarbonisation across the economy. This final inquiry report presents recommendations focused on three key policy reform areas.

The report advises the Minister for Climate Change and Energy on how Australia can progress toward a prosperous and resilient net zero economy. The report calls for faster emissions reductions and stronger adaptation measures to keep Australia on track for a safe and resilient future. It makes seven recommendations for priority action.

The statement provides an overview of Australia’s climate change progress in 2025. It reports on the Australian Government’s initiatives and programs that are contributing to climate action and setting the foundation to meet ambitious targets. The statement sets out emissions data and projections across all sectors of the economy and covers key developments.

The report provides the latest estimates of Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions to 2040. It shows how Australia is tracking against its 2030 and 2035 emissions reduction commitments by examining the potential impacts of policies and measures to reduce emissions. It finds emissions must be further reduced to meet the 2035 emissions reduction target.