Climate action can't wait.
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Coal plants in NSW are reaping record profits. Every day they spew out more toxic pollution that is causing severe harm to human health, our waterways, wetlands and climate. The mining of coal to supply these plants is also a leading threat to nature in NSW - for example the plan to destroy vast swathes of the Gardens of Stone in the Blue Mountains. The good news, is that the climate action offers a chance to protect and enhance biodiversity. Read below to learn how renewable energy can reduce power bills, carbon emissions, and help prevent extinction across our state.
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The Gardens of Stone (Credit: Henry Gold)
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Coal is being propped up by public subsidies and weak or non-existent environmental protection laws. Ending these special deals will halve NSW’s emissions, protect and restore our damaged ecosystems, cut power bills and ensure a safe climate. We need to demand improvements to our nature protection laws and policies and programs to ensure that renewable projects protect and enhance biodiversity. Then, we can build a new energy system that benefits people and the planet. |
What does an energy transition that restores nature look like?An energy system that restores nature is one where a thriving renewables industry enhances biodiversity, ecosystem health and connectivity. FIND OUT MORE |
What needs to change to ensure a nature positive energy transition?We can have a clean energy future and protect our biodiversity – we just need to fix our broken planning system and environmental protection laws. FIND OUT MORE |
What will be the impact of getting off coal?Stopping the mining and burning of coal for energy will directly benefit nature. Climate change is already one of the leading drivers of biodiversity loss and will only get worse unless we act now. FIND OUT MORE |
Frequently asked questionsWant more information? Read frequently asked questions and concerns about the shift to renewable electricity. FIND OUT MORE |
