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Climate Change Authority

We provide expert advice to the Australian Government and engage with the community to guide Australia towards a prosperous, resilient and decarbonised future.

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2025 Annual Progress Report released

Australia is at a critical juncture in its transition to a low-emissions future. Meeting our climate goals will require faster action, stronger collaboration, and a clear focus on both reducing emissions and adapting to the impacts of changing climate.

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2035 Emissions Reduction Targets Advice released

The Authority’s 2035 Targets Advice recommends an emissions reduction target of 62–70% from 2005 levels.

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Consultation open: 2026 ACCU Scheme review

We’re seeking your input about how the Australian Carbon Credit Unit (ACCU) Scheme works, the broader role of ACCUs in a decarbonising economy, and more.  

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2025 Annual Progress Report
The 2025 Annual Progress Report finds that Australia is accelerating emissions reduction, but more is needed to meet our targets and adaptation needs.
2026 ACCU Scheme review
We’re doing our fifth review of the Carbon Credits (Carbon Farming Initiative) Act 2011, which supports the Australian Carbon Credit Unit (ACCU) Scheme.
2035 Emissions Reduction Targets
The Authority’s 2035 Targets Advice recommends an emissions reduction target of 62–70% from 2005 levels.
Speeches and opinion pieces
Speeches and opinion pieces delivered by the Authority’s Chair and other representatives.

News

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Roundtable highlights urgent need for climate science that can inform decision making
The Authority convened a national roundtable of leading science agencies, policymakers and data users to look at the growing risks to Australia’s climate…
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Australian Climate Councils Network launch
The Australian Climate Councils Network (ACCN) officially launched in Sydney on 3 December 2025.
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Media Release - 2025 Annual Progress Report released
Emissions dropping but pace must quicken.
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Public consultations

Current consultations
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.

Publications

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2025 Annual Progress Report
The Authority’s fourth Annual Progress Report finds that Australia is accelerating emissions reduction, but more is needed to meet our targets and adaptation…
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2035 Emissions Reduction Targets Report
The Authority’s 2035 Targets Advice recommends an emissions reduction target of 62–70% from 2005 levels.
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Understanding climate threats to the Great Barrier Reef
Read our latest report to learn about how ocean warming, ocean acidification and other extreme weather events will affect the Great Barrier Reef.

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