Zali Steggall's climate bill gets broad backing from industry groups and investors
by Graham Readfearn from Environment | The Guardian on (#5DGCZ)
Inquiry hears from business, conservationists, scientists and health professionals who urge the government to legislate a net zero target
The Morrison government was urged by major industry groups and investors to give popular draft climate change legislation from the independent MP Zali Steggall a chance at becoming law during a parliamentary inquiry.
Major business representatives gave evidence alongside conservationists, scientists and health professionals that broadly backed the proposed laws, which would legislate a 2050 net zero emissions target for Australia.
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