Australia leading the world on climate change
Australia. Minister for the Environment and Water Resources. Media Statement.
"The Australian Government will commence work on a world-leading greenhouse gas emissions trading scheme with careful analysis on a long-term goal for emissions reduction, the Minister for the Environment and Water Resources, said. The scheme will cover 70-75% of total emissions, or almost 100% of industrial, energy and mining emissions. By including large emitters alone, the scheme would cover 55% of total emissions, however by including transport and other fuels the coverage of the scheme is significantly increased. "