Murray Watt

Murray Watt, Australia's Federal Environment Minister and a key figure in addressing the nation's environmental issues, discusses his critical role in reforming outdated environmental laws. He tackles the difficult decision to greenlight fossil fuel projects like Woodside, all while aiming to meet climate change goals. The conversation delves into the challenges of carbon emission safeguards and the cultural impact of industrial emissions on UNESCO sites. Watt also highlights ongoing political unrest amid pressing environmental crises in Australia.