Archive · 18 Sep 2025
Australia Sets 2035 Emissions Reduction Target
Australia is making a new promise to help stop climate change.
They plan to cut down on pollution by a lot more than before, aiming for a 62-70% reduction compared to 2005 levels by 2035.
The government has set aside over 8 billion Australian dollars to help make this happen.
This is part of their plan to stick to the Paris Climate Agreement.
It's to show they are working hard to protect the environment, which also helps the economy.
The Prime Minister said the new goal is based on science and is a practical plan.
Australia announced a new target to cut emissions by 62-70% from 2005 levels by 2035.
The 2035 target surpasses the previous goal of a 43% reduction by 2030.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described the target as responsible and science-backed.
The government will invest over $8 billion AUD to drive down emissions.
The target aligns with Australia's commitments under the Paris Climate Agreement.
- Who
- Australian government led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese
- What
- Committed to a 62-70% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2035 from 2005 levels.
- When
- Announced Thursday; formal submission in September at the UN General Assembly.
- Where
- Australia
- Why
- To meet obligations under the Paris Climate Agreement and address climate change impacts.
Environmental Groups
Business Groups
2035 Emissions Target
Environmental Groups
Advocated for a target of at least 75% reduction from 2005 levels.
Business Groups
Advocated for a target not exceeding 70%.
- Target Reduction
- 62-70% from 2005 levels by 2035
- Previous Target
- 43% reduction by 2030
- Prime Minister
- Anthony Albanese
- Funding Announced
- Over $8 billion AUD
- Agreement
- Paris Climate Agreement
- Climate Change Authority
- Advised the target range
