❓ Hon Wilson Tucker questions the government's approval of new fossil fuel projects despite existing emissions exceeding carbon budgets. The government defends its position by highlighting job creation, environmental assessments, and net-zero targets.
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Given that the greenhouse gas emissions, both measured and fugitive, from the current fossil fuel extraction industries already far exceeds the scientifically recognised carbon budget, why is this Government approving more projects?
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Answered
23 March 2022
Responded by
Leader of the House representing the Premier
Response time
6 days
The State Government is committed to supporting projects that create more jobs for Western Australians.
The State Government requires all projects to undertake stringent environmental assessment, approvals and compliance, including for greenhouse gas emissions.
Under the State Government’s greenhouse gas emissions policy for major projects, all major new projects or project expansions that emit significant emissions must develop greenhouse gas management plans that detail their contribution towards achieving Western Australia’s goal of net zero emissions by 2050.
The State Government will support job-creating development in Western Australia, while ensuring robust environmental protections are in place.
The State Government requires all projects to undertake stringent environmental assessment, approvals and compliance, including for greenhouse gas emissions.
Under the State Government’s greenhouse gas emissions policy for major projects, all major new projects or project expansions that emit significant emissions must develop greenhouse gas management plans that detail their contribution towards achieving Western Australia’s goal of net zero emissions by 2050.
The State Government will support job-creating development in Western Australia, while ensuring robust environmental protections are in place.
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