Emissions reduction scheme-energy firms feel let down

16/12/2008 - Energy companies say the federal government's proposed carbon pollution reduction scheme (CPRS) will result in too heavy a cost burden while others are disappointed there is no support for "green" power generators.

In a white paper on the proposed CPRS release on Monday, the federal government set an absolute maximum cut to emissions of 15 per cent by 2020 - if the world signs an effective climate pact.

Ministerial Statement: Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme White Paper

Ministerial Statement: Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme White Paper and medium-term target range for reducing Australia's carbon pollution

The Australian people made it clear at the last election that they want our Government to take action on climate change.

Australians want the Government to deal with this issue, so our children and grandchildren are not punished for our failure to take responsible action now.

Modelling success: designing an ETS that works

Business Council of Australia
This white paper examines the impacts of the proposed emissions trading scheme on 14 businesses across a range of sectors including minerals processing, manufacturing, oil refining, coal mining and sugar milling. Posted 14-10-2008