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NSW Climate and Energy Action
NSW Climate and Energy Action

Taking action on climate change

Taking action on climate change is not only a challenge NSW is up to, it’s a challenge we can lead on. That’s why we, like so many countries and companies around the world, have committed to achieving net zero emissions by the year 2050.

The NSW Government is committed to effective action on climate change.

NSW climate change policy

The NSW Climate Change Policy Framework outlines our long-term objectives to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 and to make NSW more resilient to a changing climate.

This policy framework builds on our strong track record of expanding clean energy, helping households and businesses reduce their bills by saving energy and preparing for the impacts of climate change.

It guides the NSW Government's policy and programs.

Download the NSW Climate Change Policy Framework
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NSW Climate Change Fund

The Climate Change Fund was established to address the impacts of climate change.

The Fund works to encourage energy and water saving activities and increase public awareness and acceptance of climate change.

It was set up in 2007 under Part 6A of the Energy and Utilities Administration Act 1987 and is administered by the Department of Planning and Environment.

Find out more about the Climate Change Fund

To take action on climate change, visit the resources below for:

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Net Zero Plan

The Net Zero Plan Stage 1: 2020–2030 is the foundation for NSW’s action on climate change and goal to reduce our emissions by 70% by 2035 and reach net zero emissions by 2050. Find out more about the Net Zero Plan and how NSW is taking action on climate change.

Read the Plan
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The Climate Change (Net Zero Future) Act 2023

The NSW Government has legislated whole-of-government climate action in the Climate Change (Net Zero Future) Act 2023. This legislation signals our commitment to a resilient, net zero future and sets out a clear path to deliver net zero by 2050.

Learn more about the Act
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Other resources

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AdaptNSW
The AdaptNSW website has been produced by the NSW Government to inform and ...