Climate change
The climate of New South Wales is changing. Average temperatures in New South Wales have been steadily rising since the 1960s. The period from 2000-2009 was the state's hottest decade on record. The Office of Environment and Heritage (OEH) is responsible for coordinating the NSW Government's response to climate change. Climate change is not just about the environment. It is a cross-cutting issue which will increasingly affect all parts of the State. OEH is developing information and tools to support adaptation measures for local communities, the natural environment and economic assets across NSW.
Adapting to climate change
Taking advantage of the benefits and minimising the costs of climate change
How sustainable is your office or home?
Resources to rate, compare and reduce your property's environmental impacts
Get rebates for saving energy and water at home
Rebates for rainwater tanks and sustainable hot water systems
Feature item
Climate Commission report: The Critical Decade
The Climate Commission, an independent body set up by the Federal Government in February this year to provide the public with information on climate change, has released its first report “The Critical Decade: Climate Science, Risks and Responses. The report provides an update on the science of climate change, the potential risks for Australia and the implications for climate policy. Find out more
