Proposed terms of reference for an EPBC strategic assessment of a major industrial precinct require the proponent to describe the project's impact under different climate scenarios.
The Victorian government will direct $30.9 million towards restoring biodiversity and boosting carbon sequestration on at least 20,000 hectares of private land.
APPEA and the Minerals Council have praised the Budget, but the Clean Energy Council, the Climate Council, and environment groups were all highly critical.
Three governments – including South Australia's incoming Labor government – are taking steps to encourage farmers to deliver more abatement and protect biodiversity.
Gold miner Northern Star Resources has revealed its decarbonisation strategy, and says the unexpected discovery of rare butterflies at Kalgoorlie has prompted it to reassess how a project proceeds.
Bank Australia's conservation properties have impressed customers and employees, and its approach to managing these areas has evolved markedly, according to the bank's head of strategy, Fiona Nixon.