The Climate Change Authority

The Authority is an independent statutory body established under the Climate Change Authority Act 2011 to provide expert advice to the Australian Government on climate change policy.

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2035 Emissions Reduction Targets

The authority is developing advice on the 2035 emissions reduction targets for Australia’s next Nationally Determined Contribution.
Sector Pathways Review

The authority is reviewing the potential technology transition and emissions pathways that can support Australia’s transition to net zero emissions by 2050.
ACCU Scheme and NGER Act Reviews

The authority has released its 2023 reviews of Australian Carbon Credit Unit (ACCU) Scheme and the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Act 2007.
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2024 Annual Progress Report released

Read the 2024 Annual Progress Report.

28 Nov 2024

2024 Annual Progress Report released

Emissions need to fall further, faster
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21 Nov 2024

International climate councils gather at COP29 alongside national governments to support strong emissions reductions

As a founding member of the International Climate Councils Network, Australia’s Climate Change Authority joined other members at COP29 to call on countries to d
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4 Sep 2024

Sector Pathways Review – media release

Cooperation, technology and investment will determine Australia’s net zero future.
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Current consultations (Opens in a new tab/window)

All current open consultations are listed with links through to the relevant section of the submission.
Previous consultations

All previous consultation processes are listed with links through to the relevant section of the submission.
Our engagement strategy

Our Engagement Strategy highlights the importance of effective engagement and consultation to the Authority's work and sets out what you can expect from us.

2024 Annual Progress Report

The Climate Change Authority’s third Annual Progress Report.
Sector Pathways Review

The Climate Change Authority has published its review into the potential technology transition and the emissions pathways that best support Australia’s transiti
2023 Annual Progress Report

The Climate Change Authority’s second Annual Progress Report.