Since this website was launched almost four years ago, there have been some positive changes around the world in both climate policy and the implementation of measures to reverse global warming.
During that time, under two governments of supposedly different persuasions, Australia has approved enough new coal mines to emit hundreds of millions of tonnes of lifetime emissions. The Labor government elected in 2022, with what appeared ‘green’ credentials, has approved at least 4 new or expanded coal mines that will add an estimated extra total of at least 150 million tonnes of emissions. There are more than 20 coal mine projects awaiting approval by this “progressive” government. I find myself alternating between confusion, annoyance, impatience, and above all, shame. When will Australia begin acting like a responsible global citizen.
Climate change leading to global warming is a collective problem for the whole world. A collective problem is best solved with collective solutions. Instead of listening to and relying on political parties that are bound up in rules, regulations, and factions, it seems a good time to embrace some more grassroots solutions and for citizens and communities to get more involved … PLEASE!
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Robert Watson
