Western Australian Climate Change Policy

The Western Australian Climate Policy sets out the State Government’s plan for a climate-resilient community and a prosperous low-carbon future.
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The policy underscores our commitment to adapting to climate change and to working with all sectors of the economy to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.

This policy looks beyond business-as-usual measures to highlight the significant actions that we are taking in collaboration with industry and the community to boost our economy, prepare for climate change and achieve our aspiration of net zero emissions by 2050.

The Western Australian Climate Policy outlines the priority themes (below) and practical actions the State Government is taking to enhance climate resilience and support the low carbon transition.

  • Clean manufacturing and future industries
  • Transforming energy generation and use
  • Storing carbon and caring for our landscapes
  • Lower-carbon transport
  • Resilient cities and regions
  • Government leadership

Programs and initiatives

The following provide more information on climate change initiatives and programs being led by the State Government. 

Refer to the Western Australian Climate Policy for more information.