Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Targets
Coal is the most carbon-intensive energy source releasing the highest levels of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.
- South Australia, legislated cuts of 60% in greenhouse pollution by 2050 and stabilisation by 2020 were announced.
- Victoria announced legislated cuts in greenhouse pollution of 60% by 2050 based on 2000 levels.
- New South Wales announced legislated cuts in greenhouse pollution of 60% by 2050 and a stabilisation target by 2025.
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