
Sea level rise and soaring heat deaths: will climate action match the risks?
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Australia's Climate Adaptation Strategy
This chapter explores the Australian government's new national climate adaptation plan and the associated risk assessment report, highlighting the financial risks of climate disasters. It discusses the urgency of setting emission reduction targets ahead of 2035 and analyzes the current progress towards the 2030 goal of a 43% reduction. The chapter also examines the political complexities and legislative challenges involved in achieving these climate objectives, reflecting on the broader implications for environmental policy in Australia.
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