Opposition leader Peter Dutton argues the Coalition has a “mandate” from its supporters to not support the government’s more ambitious emissions reduction target in Parliament.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese last week announced the government is targeting a 43 per cent cut to emissions by 2030.
Stream more local news live & on demand with Flash. 25+ news channels in 1 place. New to Flash? Try 1 month free. Offer ends 31 October, 2022When asked if the Coalition would oppose the legislation in parliament, Mr Dutton pointed to the millions that voted for them at the election, arguing the party has a “mandate”.
Energy Minister Chris Bowen earlier on Wednesday argued the country is in a “race” to secure transmission and storage capacity for renewables.
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