Policy

The bill is expected to set out new legally binding environmental targets

Plans being considered include the introduction of statutory guidance on new minimum service standards for rubbish and recycling collections, subject to an assessment of affordability and value for money

The government reportedly aims to plant 143 million new trees a year by 2035

Nearly 20 schools, care homes and libraries are to benefit from the scheme

A recent report suggests the government is not doing enough to discourage polluting behaviours

The change aims to further reduce the volume of plastic waste generated from the plastic bag sales

Under the new targets, the government aims to bring the country to carbon-neutrality by 2045

Claire Haigh, CEO of Greener Transport Solutions and Executive Director of the Transport Knowledge Hub, spoke to ELN about a proposed road charging scheme

The two countries have committed to accelerating action on energy transition by setting up a roadmap with new initiatives

The commitment is part of a new ambitious climate change strategy for the Australian state