Scott Morrison announces $2 billion injection into Abbott-era climate change fund

The new $2 billion package is aimed at ensuring Australia can meet the 2030 emissions reduction target.

Prime Minister Scott Morrison announces $2 billion injection into climate change program. Source: SBS News

Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced a $2 billion extension of Tony Abbott's Direct Action fund, as the centrepiece of his climate change policy. 

The renamed Climate Solutions Fund is aimed at ensuring Australia meets its 2030 emissions reduction target by partnering with remote Indigenous communities, small businesses and farmers.

The PM unveiled the funding package in a major speech on Monday, announcing $2 billion will be dedicated over 10 years to cut pollution.

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