Climate Change Authority chair rebukes Abbott Government

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abor's proposed emissions trading scheme does not equate to a new carbon tax and the Abbott government assertion that its emissions cuts are akin to the United States are incorrect, according to the government's own climate change advisers.

Bernie Fraser - rebuke for
Abbott Government.

Climate Change Authority chair Bernie Fraser issued the strong statement late on Friday, responding to the government's post-2020 emissions targets announced this week.

The government intends to reduce the amount of greenhouse gas released into the atmosphere by 26-28 per cent by 2030, based on 2005 levels.

Read the story in today’s Age - “Climate Change Authority head Bernie Fraser issues blistering rebuke to Abbott government.”