In the wake of the devastating Black Summer bushfires, an overwhelming majority of Australians (82%) say they are concerned about climate change resulting in more bushfires, according to this report released by the Australia Institute’s Climate & Energy Program.

A net-zero energy system requires a profound transformation in the way we produce and use energy that can only be achieved with a broad suite of technologies. This report examines in detail the role for carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) technologies in clean energy transitions.

The transportation sector is responsible for about one-quarter of global GHG emissions and emissions are growing, even in the developed world where other emissions are generally flat. The challenge of decarbonising this sector is global, but this paper focuses on policy options in the United States.

This report outlines that transitioning Australia’s internal combustion engine vehicle fleet to electric vehicles will result in societal, environmental and economic benefits, that should be recognised and quantified in any discussions relating the to the costs and benefits of electric vehicles in Australia, including fuel excise.

Building on recent literature about plastics and climate change, this report explores the potential for extensive emission reductions in the plastics sector.