Australia needs 2035 net zero target: RMITBY RACHEL ALEMBAKIS | TUESDAY, 9 NOV 2021 12:29PMResearchers at RMIT have called on the federal government to set a net zero target for 2035, re-introduce a national price on carbon and mandate reporting of carbon emissions to support businesses in achieving decarbonisation goals. Related News |
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