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Australia Urged to Cut Emissions by 75% by 2035

8/31/2025

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Christiana Figueres, former UN climate chief, urged Australia to aim for a 75% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2035, backed by over 350 businesses.
A Climate Change Authority report recommends a target range of 65-75%, with some advocating for higher reductions to meet the Paris Agreement.
The Albanese government is under pressure to adopt more ambitious climate policies amid ongoing debates.

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Christiana Figueres, former UN climate chief, urged Australia to aim for a 75% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2035, backed by over 350 businesses.
A Climate Change Authority report recommends a target range of 65-75%, with some advocating for higher reductions to meet the Paris Agreement.
The Albanese government is under pressure to adopt more ambitious climate policies amid ongoing debates.