Australian Energy Sector Urges Coalition to Uphold 2030 Climate Target

Power and gas companies, along with leading business groups, advocate for maintaining Labor's legislated emissions reduction goal despite opposition leader's stance.

• The Australian Energy Council and major business groups support the 43% emissions reduction target by 2030.
• Opposition leader Peter Dutton rejects the target, citing potential harm to families and lack of feasibility.
• Experts warn that abandoning the target would breach the Paris Agreement and undermine net zero commitments.
• Government projections suggest Australia is on track for a 42% reduction by 2030, though challenges remain.
• Industry leaders emphasize the need for credible targets to ensure investment in clean energy and infrastructure.

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