Why government refuses to commit to net zero carbon emissions by 2050

Source: Bavithra Varathalingham
The Australian government and Prime Minister Scott Morrison has been refusing to commit to a target of net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Bavithra Varathalingham who specialised in public policy explains the reasons and politics behind the government’s reluctance. Produced by RaySel.
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