Liberal and Nationals senators have unexpectedly joined forces with the Greens to launch a parliamentary inquiry into the delayed publication of the National Climate Risk Assessment. This report highlights 11 significant climate risks affecting Australian industries, households, and the broader economy. The assessment is crucial in informing a separate report on adaptation measures needed to mitigate these climate risks. The inquiry aims to investigate the reasons behind the delayed publication of the report, which is expected to provide valuable insights into the climate challenges facing Australia. By working together, the senators hope to shed light on the issue and push for the report’s release, ultimately contributing to the development of effective strategies to address the climate risks and protect Australia’s economic and environmental interests. The inquiry’s outcome is anticipated to have significant implications for the country’s climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts.
Opposition parties, including the Coalition and the Greens, unite to investigate the delayed release of a climate risk assessment report.
