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Labor is not due to announce its full climate plan until after international climate talks in Glasgow.
In reaching a policy for net zero by 2050, Scott Morrison will face conflicting internal and external pressures.
David Littleproud on The Nationals and net zero
Michelle Grattan discusses the National party's feelings towards a 2050 carbon neutral goal with deputy leader David Littleproud.
Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack will have to navigate a slippery path when the Nationals begin discussing Scott Morrison’s evident desire to embrace a 2050 net-zero emissions target.
Chief Scientist Alan Finkel on climate, energy and emissions
Michelle Grattan discusses Australia's current climate policy and its 2050 targets, with Australian Chief Scientist Alan Finkel.
Joel Fitzgibbon on Labor climate policy and leadership
Michelle Grattan discusses labor climate policy and internal politics with former front bencher Joel Fitzgibbon
Opposition resources spokesman Joel Fitzgibbon has quit the frontbench, accusing Labor of talking too much about issues like climate change and not enough about the needs of its traditional base.
