Climate change strategy for South Australia

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This consultation has now ended, thanks for your interest. You can find out more about the outcomes and workshops here, and what was said in the discussions here.

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You can help shape South Australia's new Climate Change Strategy.

What is being decided?

We want your feedback on a series of climate change consultation papers to help inform the development of a new Climate Change Strategy for South Australia. These papers set the scene for the current and future issues that will affect the state, the actions already being undertaken by the Government, and some ideas for

About


This consultation has now ended, thanks for your interest. You can find out more about the outcomes and workshops here, and what was said in the discussions here.

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You can help shape South Australia's new Climate Change Strategy.

What is being decided?

We want your feedback on a series of climate change consultation papers to help inform the development of a new Climate Change Strategy for South Australia. These papers set the scene for the current and future issues that will affect the state, the actions already being undertaken by the Government, and some ideas for how we might respond to climate change in the future.

The South Australian Government’s vision is for a state with a low carbon, resilient economy, advanced manufacturing and green technologies that attract investment, drive innovation and create jobs.

The Department of Environment, Water and Natural Resources (DEWNR) is developing the strategy. At the centre is a commitment to make Adelaide the world’s first carbon neutral city and the development of a low carbon investment plan for South Australia. We are also ensuring the resilience of our state by partnering with regional leaders to deliver regional climate change adaptation plans under our internationally recognised and award winning adaptation framework.

How can your input influence the decision?

Your input will help inform the development of the new Climate Change Strategy, which is anticipated to be released by the end of the year. Through this engagement opportunity, you can influence how South Australia responds to climate change in our state. The final strategy will be endorsed by the Minister for Climate Change.

The Government will also be reviewing the Climate Change and Greenhouse Emissions Reduction Act 2007. The feedback received through this process will also help inform this review. You can find out more about the legislation on the department's website.

How can you take part?

Submissions close on Sunday 18 October 2015. You can take part in the online discussions to inform the Climate Change Strategy by clicking on one of the online discussions. The questions we are exploring are:

NEW QUESTIONS

Written submissions were invited as part of this consultation. View these submissions here. For general enquiries, email: climatechange@sa.gov.au.

All the climate change workshops have now been held. To read the notes from these workshops click here.

The Government is also engaging on a low carbon investment plan for South Australia. You can find out more on the Renewables SA website.




Background


About climate change in South Australia

Want to know more about the issue? Watch this video about climate change action in South Australia, as narrated by Minister Ian Hunter.



Background

Climate change is one of the greatest challenges globally and for South Australia. We know that South Australia will become hotter and drier, sea levels will rise and we will endure more frequent and extreme weather events. But the change also presents many opportunities.

Many developments have occurred since South Australia’s original Climate Change Strategy was released in 2007. Scientific data and observations continue to affirm scientific consensus of the changes to the climate that are occurring as a result of a warming planet. The need for action has become more urgent. Technology and innovation is also helping drive change. With a renewed focus on international and national action, it is timely for South Australia to position itself to harness the opportunities presented by transitioning to a low carbon, resilient economy.

The Department of Environment, Water and Natural Resources (DEWNR) plays a key role in helping South Australia prepare for climate change and is responsible for state-wide policy, the administration of climate change legislation and for the delivery of climate change programs. One of our priorities is to ensure that the impacts of climate change are considered in the development of public policy across all of government.

Consultation papers

There are several consultation papers under consideration as part of this engagement. You can read them by clicking below:


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