We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

1 day ago · The Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) and CSIRO are trialling energy ratings for existing homes.Eligible households can join the trial to get a free energy rating and energy saving tips that could save you money on your energy bills and improve the comfort of your home.The trial is open to both homeowners and renters, and a trained assessor will complete the full assessment ...

Jul 1, 2022 · Welcome to the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW). Our department was established on 1 July 2022. The new department has been established to deliver on the Government’s climate change and energy agenda and protect Australia’s environment and water resources. DCCEEW is responsible for: environment protection and conservation of biodiversity air quality ...

Jan 28, 2025 · This Sunday 2 February is World Wetlands Day.This year's theme is 'Protecting Wetlands for our Common Future'. It reminds us that wetlands are not only crucial for biodiversity. Wetlands play important roles in our communities, industries, and cultural heritage.More than 30% of the world's wetlands have been destroyed by human activity over the past 50 years. Wetlands are vital for humans and ...

We are the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water. We are part of the Australian Government. Watch See how we are delivering on the Government's climate change and energy agenda and protecting Australia's environment and water resources.

Dec 10, 2024 · The National Circular Economy Framework is our blueprint for Australia’s circular economy transition.The framework defines a circular economy for Australia and outlines its benefits. The framework offers businesses:clear guidanceprioritiesreal-world examples to cut emissions and waste.It also highlights opportunities to innovate, capture new markets and organise operations.For policymakers ...

Nov 28, 2024 · Australia’s emissions projections 2024 provides the latest estimates of Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions to 2040. It shows how Australia is tracking against its 2030 emissions reduction commitments. It does this by examining the potential impacts of policies and measures to reduce Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions.This report includes a:

We manage and deliver policies and programs to help Australia respond to climate change.The Australian Government is working to reduce emissions by:

About the Net Zero Plan. The Australian Government’s Net Zero Plan will lay out and extend Australia’s action on climate change. Australia, along with all parties to the Paris Agreement, has committed to the global goal of holding the increase in global average temperatures to well below 2 °C of warming and pursuing efforts to keep warming to less than 1.5 °C.

About the statementThis is the Australian Government’s third Annual Climate Change Statement. It reports progress on climate change and energy initiatives in 2024.It outlines how much work is now underway to ensure Australia meets its climate goals.The statement illustrates continued momentum on our path to 2030, and underscores the importance of staying the course.Signs of progress include: