Leader David Crisafulli’s announcement drew immediate criticism from environmentalists saying the move is not science-based
Queensland LNP leader David Crisafulli says his party would start considering how emissions reductions could be achieved to hit a net zero 2050 target.Queensland LNP leader David Crisafulli says his party would start considering how emissions reductions could be achieved to hit a net zero 2050 target.Last modified on Sun 10 Jul 2022 06.47 BST
He told reporters on Sunday the “debate has moved on” and that the party would start considering how emissions reductions could be achieved.“The question now is how do we do it? How do we do it to make ourselves have energy that is affordable, reliable and sustainable? How do we make sure that we don’t just talk about targets that we actually achieve energy reduction?”
“I hope the next LNP emissions reduction policy is in line with climate science necessary to keep warming to 1.5 degrees.”but criticised the party’s consideration of nuclear power at the annual conference.
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