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Australia’s first Annual Climate Change Statement

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01 December 2022

Minister for Climate Change and Energy, Chris Bowen, has delivered the Australian Government’s…

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Australia’s National Statement to COP27

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16 November 2022

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Voluntary strategic water purchasing tender to Bridge the Gap is now open

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24 March 2023

The Australian Government has opened a tender on AusTender on 23 March 2023, t

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Consultation on proposed implementation approaches of 2022 Default Market Offer review outcomes

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24 March 2023

Consultation is now open We are seeking feedback on the proposed implementation approaches from…

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Audits to verify industry compliance with waste export regulation

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24 March 2023

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) is undertaking audits…

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Latest IPCC report underscores urgent need for climate action

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21 March 2023

The AR6 Synthesis Report: Climate Change 2023 is the latest report from the

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MERiL program awards $6 million to support reduced emissions from livestock

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16 March 2023

Three innovative research projects will share $6 million in grants to help Australian farmers…

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$70m Townsville Region Hydrogen Hub grants now open

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15 March 2023

The Australian Government is delivering on its commitment to support the development of

Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen speaking at Women in Energy and Climate Symposium at Australian Parliament House

Australia’s first Women in Energy and Climate Symposium

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14 March 2023

To celebrate International Women’s Day, Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen hosted a…

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Northern Territory Coastal Line Fishery – Agency application 2023

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10 March 2023

The public consultation period for assessment for export accreditation will be open until COB 14…

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