Australia: Climate Change

As fuel prices soar amid global tensions and other Australian states offer free public transport, NSW Premier Chris Minns refuses to follow suit, citing concerns about revenue loss while simultaneously supporting fuel tax cuts. The NSW Greens argue that free public transport would provide immediate economic relief, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and benefit essential workers most affected by the cost-of-living crisis.

Our monthly ESG bulletin provides a targeted snapshot of key developments we see as reflecting the “must know” trends in the Australian market.

On February 17, 2026, the Federal Court of Australia dismissed a landmark "greenwashing" case against Australian oil and gas producer Santos Limited (Santos).

The NSW Environment Protection Authority (NSW EPA) has announced plans to impose new environment protection licensing requirements on almost 200 licensed premises.

The New South Wales Court of Appeal has allowed an appeal concerning a proposed 22-year extension of the development consent for the Mount Pleasant Coal Mine, which produces thermal coal...

The ICJ issued a climate change advisory, a 'climate trigger' bill was debated & the NSW Court of Appeal ruled on scope 3 emissions.

On 11 November 2023, the Attorney-General announced the appointment of Chris Evans as the inaugural Australian Anti-Slavery Commissioner (Commissioner).

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