Coalition CO2 target: scientists, analysts, financiers, islands unimpressed
Experts respond to the news that the Coalition will set a 26% emissions reduction target for 2030, based on 2005 levels, for Australia.
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Coalition emissions target: What the experts say
Experts respond to the news that the Coalition will set a 26% emissions reduction target for 2030, based on 2005 levels, for Australia.
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