Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

Design For Place makes designing the next generation of energy efficient homes easy. These FREE home plans demonstrate how small adaptations and passive #design elements can save energy and keep household costs down 🏠 They also keep things simple by using common construction techniques and materials. This is #EnergyEfficient design made easy. Visit 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wOYeO

Does #whaling have a future? Australia’s Nick Gales tackled this question at the 25th Biennial Conference on the Biology of Marine Mammals in Perth recently. Dr Gales is the new chair of the #InternationalWhalingCommission (IWC). His plenary presentation explored: 🐋 how the exploitation of whales led to a global ban on commercial whaling 🐋 the combination of science, politics and diplomacy at play when it comes to protecting whales and other #cetaceans 🐋 the crucial role of the #IWC in whale conservation and management. He also highlighted the critical contribution of #science to: 🐋 informing diplomacy 🐋 understanding the important role of whales in ocean ecosystems, particularly in the context of climate change. We’re committed to protecting and conserving whales and #ocean health at home and internationally. So we’re excited to be hosting the International Whaling Commission’s next meeting in 2026 here in Australia. Find out more about our work to conserve whales and other cetaceans: Whales, dolphins and porpoises - DCCEEW 📷 Sophia Volzke, University of Tasmania Society for Marine Mammalogy #SustainableOceanManagement #InternationalEnvironment #SMM2024

New members have been appointed to the Reef 2025 Plan Independent Expert Panel (IEP). The IEP provides government with scientific and expert advice relating to the Great Barrier Reef. This includes implementation of the Reef 2050 Plan, managing key threats and research needs. The new panel members will advise government on key challenges and opportunities for the Reef over the next five years. The IEP is chaired by Professor Margaret Sheil AO, who is a highly experienced scientist and advisor. The new members are: • Dr. Katharina Fabricius • Dr. Beth Fulton • Dr. Melissa Walsh • Prof. Karen Vella • Dr. Nathan Waltham • Dr. Cass Hunter • Dr. Tracy Ainsworth • Dr. Christina Howley • Prof. John Rolfe Read more: https://brnw.ch/21wOWiK #GreatBarrierReef #Reef2050 Queensland Government

We welcome the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action to the #Equalby30 campaign! Congratulations on leading by example and joining other extraordinary Australian signatories in committing to: 💲 equal pay 🐺 equal leadership 🚪 equal opportunities for women in the clean energy workforce by 2030. 🔗 https://brnw.ch/21wOWbb

We welcome CleanCo Queensland to the #Equalby30 campaign! Congratulations on leading by example and joining other extraordinary Australian signatories in committing to: 💲 equal pay 🐺 equal leadership 🚪 equal opportunities for women in the clean energy workforce by 2030. 🔗 https://brnw.ch/21wORjU

🔬🥼 Testing labs may now use an alternative detergent. The #GEMSRegulator declared an alternative requirement for clothes washing machines under the #GEMSAct ⚖️ #ClothesWashingMachine testing laboratories, manufacturers, suppliers and businesses who register new models under the #EquipmentEnergyEfficiencyProgram are affected. Check out the details 🔗 https://brnw.ch/21wORgb

The #ocean is a powerful ally in the fight against #ClimateChange. We hosted a #SustainableOceanManagement event at the #COP29Aus pavilion in collaboration with the High Level Panel for a Sustainable Ocean Economy to highlight: 🌊 the range of ocean-based climate solutions that are ready to action now 🌡️ how fully implementing these solutions can provide up to 35% of emission cuts needed to meet a 1.5oC future by 2050. As well as generating about half the oxygen produced on Earth, the ocean has also absorbed: 🥵 more than 90% of excess heat caused by human activity 📉 around 25% of carbon dioxide emissions. But the ocean is now at a tipping point. Together we can turn the tide. #OceanSolutions range from renewable energy to restoring coastal ecosystems. Australia’s #SustainableOceanPlan will help us take effective ocean-based climate actions that deliver outcomes for people, nature and our economy. Watch our presentation at the Australian Pavilion at COP29 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wOPK7 #InternationalEnvironment #COP29 #OceanSolutions #SDG14 #SustainableOceanManagement

🌏The Australian Government and India launched a new partnership today, to cooperate on clean energy. The partnership is a significant milestone and will guide our #climate and #energy cooperation. Key areas of focus under the new partnership include solar PV, green hydrogen, energy supply chains and energy storage. Both prime ministers welcomed the official launch at the Australia-India Annual Summit in Brazil. Find out more 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wOPxV

Good quality water is vital for dialysis treatment and our #NationalWaterGrid projects are helping deliver this to 5 remote First Nations communities across the NT and WA 🚰. On average each week, a patient can need between 300 and 600 litres of water and have to travel long distances for this life saving treatment. They’ll now be able to stay closer to home and on Country. These projects support the Australian Government’s $18.58 million investment for additional dialysis units under the Better Renal Services for First Nations Peoples program. Find out more 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wOPsh 📷 Aerial view of #Maningrida

Young people are powerful agents of change. 💪 Their voices offer unique and innovative approaches for designing and implementing ambitious climate policy and action. To achieve meaningful collaboration with young people, we're creating tangible pathways for youth-led ideas to influence policy outcomes. 💡 At our #COP29 Australian Pavilion, we've created a platform where young climate leaders can express their perspectives, share their achievements, and discuss pathways for amplifying youth impact in climate policymaking across our regions. Follow updates from the Australian Pavilion in Baku to see young people take centre stage 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wONvT #COP29Aus #COP29Azerbaijan #ClimateAction #Sustainability