Government releases Climate Adaptation Strategy Directions Statement

The Queensland Government’s policy approach to climate adaptation will be guided by the Climate Adaptation Strategy Directions Statement, which was released by the Government on Tuesday 18 October.

The Government has outlined that the Directions Statement aims to inform industries and communities about their planned approach to mainstreaming climate adaptation.

Public feedback in response to the directions statement is now being sought to inform the development of the Government’s Climate Adaptation Strategy, which is expected to be released in mid-2017. Submissions are due by 14 December 2016.

The Property Council has previously responded to the State Government’s climate transition strategy discussion paper, outlining potential policy responses that would encourage a continued transition towards a low-carbon economy without compromising economic growth or job creation. 

A climate transition options paper is expected to be released by the Government in December 2016.