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Fortescue-Led Business Group Calls for 75% Emissions Cut by 2035 as Authority Poised to Recommend 65–75% Target

Amplifying Climate Council warnings of extreme heat and fire risk, the campaign builds pressure on the Albanese government ahead of imminent Climate Change Authority advice

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A new report has found climate change is accelerating, with current global efforts "dangerously inadequate". Here's what it means for Australia.

Overview

  • The Business for 75 coalition led by Andrew Forrest’s Fortescue is urging a 75 percent reduction in emissions by 2035.
  • The Climate Council report warns Australia could face 50°C days and a surge in extreme fire events without stronger mid-century targets.
  • Sources familiar with the Climate Change Authority expect its forthcoming advice to recommend a 65–75 percent cut by 2035.
  • The Business Council of Australia is debating a lower 55–65 percent target range, reflecting divisions over the speed of the net-zero transition.
  • Greens leader Larissa Waters plans to introduce a climate trigger bill requiring ministers to assess greenhouse impacts before approving major fossil fuel projects.