Tanya Constable

Tanya Constable, the Head of the Minerals Council of Australia, dives into the Federal Government's push for new environmental laws aimed at speeding up approvals for critical minerals projects. She emphasizes the need for balance between environmental protection and development, advocating for a stringent national EPA while keeping assessments with accredited states. Tanya also discusses the industry's commitment to net zero by 2050 and the importance of addressing high energy costs. Lastly, she highlights Australia’s strong environmental standards and the potential of a US-Australia critical minerals deal.