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researching and administering in the region, including through international engagement" ], "watch_terms": [ "Australia’s emissions and projected emissions are on track to meet legislated commitments.", "The Safeguard Mechanism is on track to achieve its legislated net emissions targets.", "Expand the amount of renewable energy and dispatchable capacity targeted for underwriting by the Commonwealth Capacity Investment Scheme.", "Maintain Australia’s security of supply of quality liquid fuels.", "Australia has a plan to adapt to nationally significant climate risks.", "Stability or improvement in the national average of habitat condition and connectivity scores.", "Percentage of Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 referral and approval decisions that meet statutory timeframes.", "Number of Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 approved projects that were subject to active compliance monitoring.", "Percentage of Australia’s land and marine areas that are protected or conserved.", "An improvement in the proportion of National and Commonwealth Heritage assessments undertaken and completed against legislated timeframes.", "National standards to manage environmental impacts of industrial chemicals.", "National resource recovery rate." ], "avoid_claiming_without_evidence": [] }, "review_note": "" }, "strategy_brief_md": "# Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water — Strategy Brief\n\n**Reporting period**: 2024-25\n**Corporate plan in force**: 2025-26\n**Annual Report**: [2024-25](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf)\n**Corporate Plan**: [2025-26](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)\n\n## Vision\n\n> An Australia that is prosperous because it is sustainable, with community and Country at the heart of our actions. [[CP p.4](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=4)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=4)]\n\n## Our purpose / purposes\n\n> We drive Australian climate action; transform Australia’s energy system to support net zero emissions while maintaining its affordability, security and reliability; conserve, protect, and sustainably manage our environment and water resources through a nature positive approach; protect our cultural heritage; and contribute to international progress on these issues. [[CP p.8](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=8)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=8)]\n\n## How we deliver\n\n> We provide innovative and expert advice to the Australian Government grounded in evidence and science. We develop policy, deliver programs, manage assets, administer legislation, and regulate. We will collaborate and work in partnership with First Nations people, communities, regions, industry, states and territories, other government departments and international partners, to achieve outcomes for the environment, the economy, and all Australians. [[CP p.8](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=8)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=8)]\n\n## Government priorities for this department\n\n- meet or surpass Australia’s legislated emissions reduction goals [[CP p.10](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=10)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=10)]\n- ensure a smooth and secure transformation to renewable energy while maintaining reliable, secure and affordable energy supply [[CP p.10](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=10)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=10)]\n- strengthen Australia’s resilience to future climate risks by supporting and enabling adaptation action [[CP p.10](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=10)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=10)]\n- reform Australia’s environmental laws to streamline assessment processes, provide certainty for business, and better protect our unique environment [[CP p.10](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=10)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=10)]\n- protect and restore the health of Australia’s natural environment, its ocean, iconic and heritage listed places, unique ecosystems and threatened species [[CP p.10](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=10)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=10)]\n- support national efforts to transition to a more circular economy, improve waste management and reduce pollution [[CP p.10](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=10)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=10)]\n- strengthen the resilience of Australia’s water resources under a changing climate, by leading a strategic national water policy agenda and delivering the Murray–Darling Basin Plan [[CP p.10](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=10)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=10)]\n- advance Australia’s environmental, scientific, strategic and economic interests in the Antarctic region by protecting, researching and administering in the region, including through international engagement [[CP p.10](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=10)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=10)]\n- partner with First Nations people to achieve these priorities while contributing to Closing the Gap [[CP p.10](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=10)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=10)]\n- strengthen Australia’s international leadership and influence, and position Australia as a partner of choice in environmental and climate initiatives around the world particularly in the Pacific and South-East Asia. [[CP p.10](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=10)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=10)]\n\n## Outcomes\n\n### Outcome 1: Climate change and energy\nSupport the transition of Australia’s economy to net zero emissions by 2050; transition energy to support net zero while maintaining security, reliability and affordability; support actions to promote adaptation and strengthen resilience of Australia’s economy, society and environment; and take a leadership role internationally in responding to climate change. [[CP p.9](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=9)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=9)]\n\n**Key activities:**\n- Reduce Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions.\n- Support reliable, secure and affordable energy.\n- Drive climate adaptation and resilience.\n\n### Outcome 2: Environment\nConserve, protect and sustainably manage our natural resources including through a nature positive approach; protect and conserve our natural and cultural heritage; reduce and regulate the use of pollutants and hazardous substances; and take a leadership role on these issues internationally. [[CP p.9](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=9)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=9)]\n\n**Key activities:**\n- Conserve, protect and sustainably manage Australia’s natural environment through a nature positive approach.\n- Protect Australia’s cultural, historic and First Nations heritage.\n- Accelerate the transition to a circular economy, while safely managing pollutants and hazardous substances.\n\n### Outcome 3: Antarctica\nAdvance Australia’s environmental, scientific, strategic and economic interests in the Antarctic region by protecting, researching and administering in the region, including through international engagement. [[CP p.9](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=9)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=9)]\n\n**Key activities:**\n- Contribute to Australia’s national Antarctic interests through science, environmental management and international engagement, including delivering Australia’s scientific research and operations in Antarctica and the Southern Ocean.\n\n### Outcome 4: Water\nImprove the health of rivers and wetlands and enhance the sustainable, efficient and productive use of Australia’s water resources. [[CP p.9](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=9)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=9)]\n\n**Key activities:**\n- Protect, restore and sustainably manage Australia’s water resources.\n\n## Values and principles\n\n_APS values_\n\n- impartial\n- committed to service\n- accountable\n- respectful\n- acting as stewards\n- ethical\n\n## What they will measure themselves on this year (targets from 2025-26 corporate plan)\n\n| Code | Measure | Target | Source |\n|---|---|---|---|\n| CCE01 | Australia’s emissions and projected emissions are on track to meet legislated commitments. | On track to meet legislated commitments | [CP p.83](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=83)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=83) |\n| CCE03 | The Safeguard Mechanism is on track to achieve its legislated net emissions targets. | On track to achieve legislated net emissions targets | [CP p.83](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=83)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=83) |\n| CCE04 | Expand the amount of renewable energy and dispatchable capacity targeted for underwriting by the Commonwealth Capacity Investment Scheme. | 27 GW (cumulative) | [CP p.83](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=83)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=83) |\n| CCE07 | Maintain Australia’s security of supply of quality liquid fuels. | Target amended to reflect new industry compliance with the Minimum Stockholding Obligation | [CP p.83](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=83)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=83) |\n| CCE08 | Australia has a plan to adapt to nationally significant climate risks. | New targets have been included to reflect the Implementation of the National Adaptation Plan | [CP p.83](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=83)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=83) |\n| EN01 | Stability or improvement in the national average of habitat condition and connectivity scores. | Stability or improvement | [CP p.84](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=84)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=84) |\n| EN03 | Percentage of Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 referral and approval decisions that meet statutory timeframes. | Targets and tolerances changed | [CP p.84](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=84)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=84) |\n| EN04 | Number of Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 approved projects that were subject to active compliance monitoring. | Target was included for 2025–26 | [CP p.84](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=84)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=84) |\n| EN05 | Percentage of Australia’s land and marine areas that are protected or conserved. | Updated to include a marine target | [CP p.84](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=84)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=84) |\n| EN06 | An improvement in the proportion of National and Commonwealth Heritage assessments undertaken and completed against legislated timeframes. | Improvement | [CP p.84](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=84)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=84) |\n| EN07 | National standards to manage environmental impacts of industrial chemicals. | National standards | [CP p.84](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=84)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=84) |\n| EN08 | National resource recovery rate. | Targets and data source have been updated | [CP p.84](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=84)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=84) |\n| AN01 | Deliver priority science that advances Australia’s interests. | Deliver priority science | [CP p.85](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=85)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=85) |\n| WA01 | Implement national policy and programs to improve water security and management. | Implement national policy and programs | [CP p.85](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=85)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=85) |\n| WA02 | Increase in the volume of water recovered to enhance environmental outcomes in the Murray–Darling Basin to meet the 450 GL of additional environmental water target. | Increase in volume of water recovered | [CP p.85](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=85)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=85) |\n| WA03 | Commonwealth environmental water is managed effectively to protect and restore environmental assets. | Managed effectively | [CP p.85](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=85)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=85) |\n| WA04 | Increase opportunities for First Nations people water ownership and participation in decision-making. | Increase opportunities | [CP p.85](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=85)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf#page=85) |\n\n## How they performed last year (results from 2024-25 annual report)\n\n| Code | Measure | Result | Status | Source |\n|---|---|---|---|---|\n| CCE01 | Australia’s emissions and projected emissions are on track to meet legislated commitments. | Achieved | Achieved | [AR p.30](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=30)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=30) |\n| CCE02 | Share of renewables in Australia’s electricity mix. | Achieved | Achieved | [AR p.30](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=30)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=30) |\n| CCE03 | The Safeguard Mechanism is on track to achieve its legislated net emissions targets. | Achieved | Achieved | [AR p.30](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=30)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=30) |\n| CCE04 | Expand the amount of renewable energy and dispatchable capacity targeted for underwriting by the Commonwealth Capacity Investment Scheme. | Achieved | Achieved | [AR p.30](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=30)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=30) |\n| CCE05 | Proportion of Greenhouse and Energy Minimum Standards (GEMS) registration applications processed by the GEMS Regulator within 14 days from the time of application. | Achieved | Achieved | [AR p.30](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=30)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=30) |\n| CCE06 | Investment leveraged through portfolio low emissions technology initiatives. | Partially achieved | Partially achieved | [AR p.30](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=30)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=30) |\n| CCE07 | Maintain Australia’s security of supply of quality liquid fuels. | Partially achieved | Partially achieved | [AR p.30](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=30)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=30) |\n| CCE08 | Australia has a plan to adapt to nationally significant climate risks. | Partially achieved | Partially achieved | [AR p.30](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=30)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=30) |\n| EN01 | Stability or improvement in the: national average of Habitat Condition Assessment System (HCAS) scores; national average of National Connectivity Index scores (NCI). | Not achieved | Not achieved | [AR p.31](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31) |\n| EN02 | National average of the Threatened Species Main Index. | Achieved | Achieved | [AR p.31](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31) |\n| EN03 | Percentage of Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 referral and approval decisions that meet statutory timeframes. | Mostly achieved | Mostly achieved | [AR p.31](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31) |\n| EN04 | Number of Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 approved projects that were subject to active compliance monitoring. | Not achieved | Not achieved | [AR p.31](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31) |\n| EN05 | Percentage of Australia’s land that is protected or conserved. | Achieved | Achieved | [AR p.31](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31) |\n| EN06 | An improvement in the proportion of National and Commonwealth Heritage assessments undertaken and completed against legislated timeframes. | Achieved | Achieved | [AR p.31](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31) |\n| EN07 | National standards to manage environmental impacts of industrial chemicals. | Achieved | Achieved | [AR p.31](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31) |\n| EN08 | National resource recovery rate. | Achieved | Achieved | [AR p.31](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31) |\n| AN01 | Deliver priority Antarctic science that advances Australia’s interests. | Achieved | Achieved | [AR p.31](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31) |\n| AN02 | Improve our understanding of Antarctica and the Southern Ocean through mapping and charting. | Achieved | Achieved | [AR p.31](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31) |\n| AN03 | Conduct an annual deep-field activity to support Australia’s national Antarctic interest. | Achieved | Achieved | [AR p.31](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31) |\n| WA01 | Implement national policy and programs to improve water security and management. | Achieved | Achieved | [AR p.31](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31) |\n| WA02 | Increase in the volume of water recovered to enhance environmental outcomes in the Murray–Darling Basin to meet the 450 GL of additional environmental water target. | Achieved | Achieved | [AR p.31](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31) |\n| WA03 | The Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards (WELS) scheme is improved through stakeholder consultation. | Achieved | Achieved | [AR p.31](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31) |\n| WA04 | Commonwealth environmental water is managed effectively to protect and restore environmental assets. | Achieved | Achieved | [AR p.31](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31) |\n| WA05 | Increase opportunities for First Nations people water ownership and participation in decision making. | Partially achieved | Partially achieved | [AR p.31](https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31)(https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf#page=31) |", "strategy_overview_evidence_md": null, "internal_strategy_evidence_md": "# Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water - Strategy, Performance, and Operating Profile\n\n**Generated at**: 2026-05-10T23:12:47.574525+00:00\n**Entity ID**: S-NSW-003\n**Entity type**: State Department\n**Jurisdiction**: NSW\n**Portfolio**: Climate, Energy and Environment\n**Website**: https://www.nsw.gov.au/departments-and-agencies/dcceew\n\n> Draft generated from scraped source material. Treat this as an evidence pack for editorial review, not a final judgement.\n\n## Source Coverage\n\n| Source type | Count |\n|---|---:|\n| annual-reports | 2 |\n| corporate-plans | 2 |\n| global-intelligence | 3 |\n| pages | 12 |\n\n## Executive Readout\n\n### Purpose\n\n- [Page 15]\nCorporate Plan 2025–26\nEngaging and partnering with • create a culturally supportive environment for\nFirst Nations employees\nFirst Nations people\n• align our work with the National Agreement\nWe are conducting strong, respectful and genuine on Closing the Gap.\nengagement with First Nations people to progress\nOur First Nations Strategy is structured around\nthe Australian Government’s reform agenda\n5 key outcomes which translate the 4 Priority Reforms\nacross our portfolio.\nfrom the National Agreement on Closing the Gap into\nFirst Nations partnerships and knowledge are meaningful, practical actions.\ncritical to our efforts and our success will directly\nOur vision is that the Strategy will transform the\naffect First Nations people as the custodians of our\nway we work, both internally as an employer, and\nland and waters.\nexternally through the delivery of the government’s\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- [Page 3]\nCorporate Plan 2025–26\nSecretary’s foreword 2\nStatement of preparation 3\nStatement of commitment to First Nations people 4\nOur Corporate Plan 6\nAbout us 7\nOur outcomes 8\nOur portfolio 9\nOur work 10\nOur people and locations 15\nOur values and principles 16\nOur operating context 17\nOur capabilities 20\nRisk management 26\nOur partners and stakeholders 29\nOur performance 34\nCommonwealth Performance Framework 34\nOur performance framework 34\nOutcomes, key activities and performance measures 35\nAppendix 1 Key partner agencies for delivery of outcomes 76\nAppendix 2 Summary of changes to performance measures 81\nAppendix 3 PGPA Act requirements 84\n1\nstnetnoC\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- The over 65,000 environment, heritage, and water.\nyears of knowledge that First Nations people hold as\nEach of our 5 Strategy outcomes links to one or more\ncustodians of Australia’s land and natural resources is\nPriority Reforms, ensuring our work contributes\nessential to achieving our vision.\nmeaningfully to Closing the Gap.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- [Page 39]\nCorporate Plan 2025–26\nRationale To ensure credibility, the case studies will be selected\nin advance using transparent criteria, include verifiable\nInternational engagement is central to achieving data, reflect a mix of delivery models, geographic\ndepartment’s purpose, particularly in the Indo-Pacific reach and strategic priorities and clearly articulate\nwhere regional partnerships play a critical role how the department’s actions influenced the outcome.\nin addressing shared environmental and climate Over time, this approach will provide meaningful\nchallenges.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n\n### Role and Functions\n\n- Table 1: Accountable authority 2024–25\nPosition title/position held Period as the accountable\nauthority\nStart date End date\nMr Simon Duggan Acting Secretary of the Department 21 June 2025 30 June 2025\nof Climate Change, Energy, the\nEnvironment and Water\nMr David Fredericks PSM Secretary of the Department 1 July 2024 20 June 2025\nof Climate Change, Energy, the\nEnvironment and Water\nFrom 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2025, deputy secretary responsibilities were carried out by:\n• Luise McCulloch – responsible for enabling services including cross portfolio and\nbudget strategy, the legal practice, and key departmental functions including finance,\nIT, communication, people and ministerial liaison and governance.\n• Lyn O’Connell – responsible for water policy, water infrastructure and investment,\nEnvironment Information Australia and the Nature Repair Market.\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf)`\n- Table 1: Accountable authority 2023–24\nPosition title/position held Period as the accountable\nauthority\nStart date End date\nMr David Fredericks Secretary of the Department 1 July 2023 30 June 2024\nPSM of Climate Change, Energy, the\nEnvironment and Water\nFrom 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024, deputy secretary responsibilities were carried out by:\n• Luise McCulloch – leads the corporate group and has oversight of cross portfolio and\nbudget strategy, the legal practice, and departmental functions including finance, IT,\ncommunication, people and ministerial liaison and governance.\n• Lyn O’Connell – responsible for national and Murray–Darling Basin water policy,\ninfrastructure, and investment delivery, establishing the Environment Information\nAustralia and creating the Nature Repair market.\n• Joanne Evans – responsible for domestic climate change policy, low emissions\n Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/dcceew-2023-24-annual-report.pdf)`\n- [Page 18]\nAnnual Report 2024–25\nThe portfolio\nDuring the 2024–25 reporting period, 3 ministers and one assistant minister had\nresponsibilities for the Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water portfolio:\n• The Hon Chris Bowen MP, Minister for Climate Change and Energy.\n• Senator The Hon Murray Watt, Minister for the Environment and Water – for the period\ncommencing 13 May 2025.\n• The Hon Tanya Plibersek, Minister for the Environment and Water – for the period\nto 13 May 2025.\n• The Hon Josh Wilson MP, Assistant Minister for Climate Change and Energy, Assistant\nMinister for Emergency Management.\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf)`\n- [Page 20]\nAnnual Report 2023–24\nThe portfolio\nAt 30 June 2024, 2 ministers and one assistant minister had responsibilities for the Climate\nChange, Energy, the Environment and Water portfolio:\n• The Hon Chris Bowen MP, Minister for Climate Change and Energy\n• The Hon Tanya Plibersek MP, Minister for the Environment and Water\n• Senator The Hon Jenny McAllister, Assistant Minister for Climate Change and Energy.\n Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/dcceew-2023-24-annual-report.pdf)`\n- [Page 3]\nCorporate Plan 2025–26\nSecretary’s foreword 2\nStatement of preparation 3\nStatement of commitment to First Nations people 4\nOur Corporate Plan 6\nAbout us 7\nOur outcomes 8\nOur portfolio 9\nOur work 10\nOur people and locations 15\nOur values and principles 16\nOur operating context 17\nOur capabilities 20\nRisk management 26\nOur partners and stakeholders 29\nOur performance 34\nCommonwealth Performance Framework 34\nOur performance framework 34\nOutcomes, key activities and performance measures 35\nAppendix 1 Key partner agencies for delivery of outcomes 76\nAppendix 2 Summary of changes to performance measures 81\nAppendix 3 PGPA Act requirements 84\n1\nstnetnoC\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- Outcome 1 Outcome 2 Outcome 3 Outcome 4\nOutcomes Climate change Environment Antarctica Water\nand energy Conserve, protect and Advance Australia’s Improve the health of\nsustainably manage our environmental, scientifi c, rivers and wetlands and\nSupport the transition of\nnatural resources including strategic and economic enhance the sustainable,\nAustralia’s economy to net zero\nthrough a nature positive interests in the Antarctic effi cient and productive\nemissions by 2050; transition\napproach; protect and region by protecting, use of Australia’s water\nenergy to support net zero while\nconserve our natural and researching and resources.\nmaintaining security, reliability\ncultural heritage; reduce administering in the\nand aff ordability; support\nand regulate the use of region, including through\nactions to promote adaptation\npollutants and hazardous international engagement.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n\n### Strategic Priorities\n\n- [Page 3]\nCorporate Plan 2025–26\nSecretary’s foreword 2\nStatement of preparation 3\nStatement of commitment to First Nations people 4\nOur Corporate Plan 6\nAbout us 7\nOur outcomes 8\nOur portfolio 9\nOur work 10\nOur people and locations 15\nOur values and principles 16\nOur operating context 17\nOur capabilities 20\nRisk management 26\nOur partners and stakeholders 29\nOur performance 34\nCommonwealth Performance Framework 34\nOur performance framework 34\nOutcomes, key activities and performance measures 35\nAppendix 1 Key partner agencies for delivery of outcomes 76\nAppendix 2 Summary of changes to performance measures 81\nAppendix 3 PGPA Act requirements 84\n1\nstnetnoC\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- Delivering this work requires collaboration\n2030 emissions reduction target of 43% below 2005\nand innovative reform.\nlevels, a strong 2035 emissions reduction target, and\nnet zero by 2050\nClimate change and energy\n• advance Australia’s global climate leadership by\nsecuring the bid to host COP31 in partnership\nWe are driving Australian climate action as a\nwith the Pacific, deepening Pacific and regional\nwhole-of-government priority grounded in the\npartnerships, and, if successful, using COP31 to drive\nlong-term goal of reaching net zero emissions\nclean energy trade, investment and transition\nby 2050 and building Australia’s resilience by\nunderstanding and adapting to a changing • support our international partners to achieve their\nclimate.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- [Page 15]\nCorporate Plan 2025–26\nEngaging and partnering with • create a culturally supportive environment for\nFirst Nations employees\nFirst Nations people\n• align our work with the National Agreement\nWe are conducting strong, respectful and genuine on Closing the Gap.\nengagement with First Nations people to progress\nOur First Nations Strategy is structured around\nthe Australian Government’s reform agenda\n5 key outcomes which translate the 4 Priority Reforms\nacross our portfolio.\nfrom the National Agreement on Closing the Gap into\nFirst Nations partnerships and knowledge are meaningful, practical actions.\ncritical to our efforts and our success will directly\nOur vision is that the Strategy will transform the\naffect First Nations people as the custodians of our\nway we work, both internally as an employer, and\nland and waters.\nexternally through the delivery of the government’s\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- [Page 39]\nCorporate Plan 2025–26\nRationale To ensure credibility, the case studies will be selected\nin advance using transparent criteria, include verifiable\nInternational engagement is central to achieving data, reflect a mix of delivery models, geographic\ndepartment’s purpose, particularly in the Indo-Pacific reach and strategic priorities and clearly articulate\nwhere regional partnerships play a critical role how the department’s actions influenced the outcome.\nin addressing shared environmental and climate Over time, this approach will provide meaningful\nchallenges.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- [Page 86]\nAppendix 3\nPGPA Act requirements\nPGPA Act requirement Page(s)\nIntroduction 3\n• Statement of preparation\n• the reporting period for which the Plan is prepared\n• the reporting periods covered by the Plan\nPurposes 6\nKey activities 35-75\nOperating context 17-33\n• Environment\n• Capability\n• Risk oversight and management\n• Cooperation\n• Subsidiaries N/A\nPerformance 34-75\n84\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- [Page 5]\nCorporate Plan 2024-25\nSecretary’s foreword 1\nStatement of preparation 2\nStatement of commitment 4\nAcknowledgement of Country 5\nOur Corporate Plan 6\nAbout us 7\nOur outcomes 8\nOur portfolio 9\nOur work 10\nOur people and locations 13\nOur values and principles 14\nOur operating context 15\nOur capabilities 18\nRisk management 22\nOur partners and stakeholders 25\nOur performance 30\nOur performance framework 30\nOutcomes, key activities and performance measures 31\nAppendix 1 Key partner agencies for delivery of outcomes 65\nAppendix 2 Summary of changes to performance measures 69\nAppendix 3 PGPA Act requirements 72\nstnetnoC\n Source: `corporate-plans/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2024-25.pdf)`\n- [Page 74]\nAppendix 3\nPGPA Act requirements\nPGPA Act requirement Page(s)\nIntroduction 2\n• Statement of preparation\n• the reporting period for which the Plan is prepared\n• the reporting periods covered by the Plan\nPurposes 7\nKey activities 32-64\nOperating context 15-29\n• Environment\n• Capability\n• Risk oversight and management\n• Cooperation\nPerformance 30-64\n72\n Source: `corporate-plans/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2024-25.pdf)`\n- 2 2\nThe reformed Safeguard Mechanism’s operations was supported by a range of operational, policy,\nprogram and engagement activities in 2024–25:\n• Following public consultation, the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting (Safeguard\nMechanism) Rule 2015 (Safeguard Rule) was amended on 31 August 2024 to include 16 priority\nbest practice emissions intensity values that apply to production from new facilities, including\nfor iron and steel, ammonia, rare earth processing and renewable fuels.\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf)`\n- A 10-year\nobjective in the Threatened Species Action Plan is that at least 30% of Australia’s landmass\nis protected and conserved, and the Strategy for Nature 2024–2030 includes the 30 by\n30 target as one of 6 priority national targets.\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf)`\n- [pages 44,45,46,47,48]\nmaterial and priority\n(UNFCCC) Conference\nactions not identified\nof the Parties (CoP) in\nin time for assistant\nDecember 2023.\nminister to present\nAction plan to address to UNCCC CoP in\nhighest priority risks December 2024.\ncompleted to allow\nassistant minister to\npresent findings to\nUNFCCC CoP in\nDecember 2024.\n Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/dcceew-2023-24-annual-report.pdf)`\n\n## KPIs, Targets, and Where They Are At\n\n- Outcome Achieved\n2024–25 result\nThe total capacity targeted through CIS Tenders opened to 30 June 2025 is 17.1 GW made\nup of 12 GW generation and 5.1 GW dispatchable capacity, and which exceeds the stated\n2024–25 Performance Measure target of 16 GW.\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf)`\n- Measure type Efficiency (proxy); Quantitative; Regulatory\nTarget 99%\nTolerances Achieved Partially achieved Not achieved\n> or = 99.0% of Not applicable. <99.0% of applications\napplications are processed are processed within 14\nwithin 14 days from the days from the time of\ntime of application. application.\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf)`\n- EN05\nMeasure type Effectiveness; Quantitative\nTarget 24%\nTolerances Achieved Partially achieved Not achieved\n24% Protected and conserved No additional growth\nareas cover more than in the protection and\n22.42% and less than 24%. conservation of land in\nAustralia during the year.\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf)`\n- Measure type Effectiveness; Quantitative\nTarget 23%\nTolerances Achieved Partially achieved Not achieved\n23% Protected and conserved No additional growth\nareas cover more than in the protection and\n22.1% and less than 23%. conservation of land in\nAustralia during the year.\n Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/dcceew-2023-24-annual-report.pdf)`\n- Effectiveness; Quantitative; Regulatory\nTargets\n2025–26 2026–27 2027–28 2028–29\n128 Mt CO -e in 2024–25 123 Mt CO -e in 2025–26 119 Mt CO -e in 2026–27 112 Mt CO -e in 2027–28\n2 2 2 2\nTolerances\nAchieved Partially achieved Not achieved\nPublished Safeguard data shows Published Safeguard data shows Published Safeguard data shows\nSafeguard net emissions are on track Safeguard net emissions are above Safeguard net emissions are not on\nto achieve the cumulative target for an indicative annual value in one track to achieve the cumulative target\n2020–21 to 2029–30 by being below the year but are still on track to achieve for 2020–21 to 2029–30 by being above\nindicative annual value. the cumulative target for 2020–21 to the indicative annual values.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- Tolerances\nAchieved Partially achieved Not achieved\nTarget is met at a national level At a national level: Target is not met at a national level for\nfor all 3 fuel types on 95% or more any of the 3 fuel types on 95% or more\nTarget is met for all 3 fuel types on less\nobligation days. obligation days.\nthan 95% of obligation days.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- Effectiveness; Quantitative\nTargets\n2025–26 2026–27 2027–28 2028–29\nLand: 25% Land: 26% Land: 27% Land: 28%\nMarine: 52% Marine: Maintain or improve Marine: Maintain or improve Marine: Maintain or improve\nupon the 2023–24 baseline upon the 2023–24 baseline upon the 2023–24 baseline\nTolerances\nAchieved Partially achieved Not achieved\nLand: Australia’s protected and Land: Australia’s protected and Land: Australia’s protected and\nconserved areas ≥ target. conserved areas < target but > target for conserved areas < target for previous\nprevious financial year. financial year.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- Effectiveness; Quantitative; Regulatory\nTargets Historical net emissions\n2024–25 2025–26 2026–27 2027–28\n137 Mt CO -e in 2023-24 130 Mt CO -e in 2024-25 123 Mt CO -e in 2025-26 118 Mt CO -e in 2026-27\n2 2 2 2\nTolerances\nAchieved Partially achieved Not achieved\nPublished Safeguard data shows Published Safeguard data shows Published Safeguard data shows\nSafeguard net emissions are on track Safeguard net emissions are above Safeguard net emissions are not on\nto achieve the cumulative target for an indicative annual value in one track to achieve the cumulative target\n2020-21 to 2029-30 by being below the year but are still on track to achieve for 2020-21 to 2029-30.\nindicative annual value. the cumulative target for 2020-21 to\n2029-30.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2024-25.pdf)`\n- Effectiveness; Quantitative\nTargets\n2024–25 2025–26 2026–27 2027–28\n24% 25% 26% 27%\nTolerances\nAchieved Partially achieved Not achieved\nThe tolerances for these years will be The tolerances for these years will be The tolerances for these years will be\nreviewed and set to reflect the target reviewed and set to reflect the target reviewed and set to reflect the target\nachieved in the previous year. achieved in the previous year. achieved in the previous year.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2024-25.pdf)`\n- 2\nTolerances Achieved Partially achieved Not achieved\nPublished Safeguard data Published Safeguard data Published Safeguard data\nshows Safeguard net shows Safeguard net shows Safeguard net\nemissions are on track to emissions are above an emissions are not on track\nachieve the cumulative indicative annual value to achieve the cumulative\ntarget for 2020–21 to in one year but are still target for 2020–21 to\n2029–30 by being below on track to achieve the 2029–30.\nthe indicative annual cumulative target for\nvalue.\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf)`\n- Measure type Effectiveness; Quantitative\nTarget 16 GW\nTolerances Achieved Partially achieved Not achieved\nOpened tenders targeting Opened tenders targeting Opened tenders targeting\ntotal capacity. more than 50% of less than 50% of capacity.\ncapacity.\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf)`\n- Tolerances Achieved Partially achieved Not achieved\nAchieved = 100% Mostly 50–84% <50%\nachieved = 85 – 99%\nOutcome Mostly achieved\n2024–25 result\n88%\nAnalysis of performance\nThe department is responsible for making decisions under the Environment Protection and\nBiodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act) in relation to impacts on matters of National\nEnvironmental Significance (MNES).\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf)`\n- Measure type Effectiveness; Qualitative\nTarget 100 GL\nTolerances Achieved Partially achieved Not achieved\nWhen target is fully When target is mostly When target is not\nachieved, including (above 90%) achieved, achieved (below 90%),\nif water recovery and all reasonable and all reasonable steps\nis contracted but steps have been taken have not been taken to\nconveyance processes to meet the target.\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf)`\n- Tolerances Achieved Partially achieved Not achieved\nHCAS and NCI score ≥ Either the HCAS or NCI HCAS and NCI scores <\nbaseline score ≥ baseline baseline\nOutcome Achieved\n2023–24 result\nHabitat Condition Assessment System (HCAS v3.0)\n2018 2019 2020 2021 2022\n(2001–2018) (2002–2019) (2003–2020) (2004–2021) (2005–2022)\n(Baseline)\nAverage 0.6484 0.6499 0.6506 0.6506 0.6502\nNational Connectivity Index v2.0 (NCI based on HCAS v3.0)\n2018 2019 2020 2021 2022\n(2001–2018) (2002–2019) (2003–2020) (2004–2021) (2005–2022)\n(Baseline)\nAverage 0.4277 0.4296 0.4309 0.4313 0.4312\n36 DEPARTMENT OF CLIMATE CHANGE, ENERGY, THE ENVIRONMENT AND WATER\n Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/dcceew-2023-24-annual-report.pdf)`\n\n## Key Metrics\n\n| Values found | Evidence | Source |\n|---|---|---|\n| $2.1 million, 2.1 million | We also continue\nto update our systems, processes and procedures to Our targets for 2024-25 focus on reduced outsourcing\nensure they support a positive culture. of Accounting and Finance, Administration,\nCommunications and Marketing, Compliance and\nWe leverage insights gained from staff surveys,\nRegulation, Data and Research, ICT and Digital\nincluding the APS Employee Census, exit surveys and\nSolutions, Portfolio, Program and Project Management\nt | `corporate-plans/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2024-25.pdf)` |\n| $2.1 million, 2.1 million | [pages 21,22,23]\nn,\nCommunications and Marketing, Compliance and\nWe leverage insights gained from staff surveys,\nRegulation, Data and Research, ICT and Digital\nincluding the APS Employee Census, exit surveys and\nSolutions, Portfolio, Program and Project Management\ntargeted pulse surveys, to support the maturity of our\nand Science and Health work with an expected\nPeople Strategy and initiatives at the departmental\nreduction of $2.1 million in 2024 | `corporate-plans/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2024-25.pdf)` |\n| $200 million, 200 million | This ensures that a\ncomprehensive set of suitable production variables is in place for setting Safeguard Mechanism\nbaselines this decade.\n• $200 million of grant funding was allocated across 12 decarbonisation projects in the chemicals,\nmetal, mining and other sectors through the Powering the Regions Fund, including projects\nfunded by Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA)\nReports published in November 2024 show that the Safeguard Mechanism r | `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf)` |\n| $32.0 million, 32.0 million | In the\n2024–25 Budget, the Australian Government committed up to $32.0 million to deliver vital\non-ground water security projects in Basin. | `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf)` |\n| $4,548.9 million, 4,548.9 million | [Page 119]\nAnnual Report 2024–25\nKey audit matter How the audit addressed the matter\nValuation of water entitlement assets To audit the valuation of water entitlement assets, I\nperformed the following audit procedures:\nRefer to Note 21A ‘Water entitlements’\n• assessed the reasonableness of\nThe valuation of water entitlement assets is a key\nmanagement’s conclusion that an active\naudit matter due to their significance to the Entity’s\nmarket does no | `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf)` |\n| $17.2 million, $21.9 million, 17.2 million, 21.9 million | Inventory valued at $17.2 million (2023: $21.9 million) held for distribution has been recognised as an\nexpense (included in general expenditure in Note 1B Suppliers). | `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/dcceew-2023-24-annual-report.pdf)` |\n| $352 million, $980 million, 352 million, 980 million | Outcome Partially achieved\n2024–25 result\nThe Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) provided $352 million in funding to project s\nwith a total value of $980 million in the period 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2025. | `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf)` |\n| $4.2 billion, 4.2 billion | This included assessing the valuation\nbroker pricing data used to estimate the recoverable expert’s:\namount of water assets. o identification of suitable proxy trades for\nThe balance of water entitlements at 30 June 2024 water catchments where no trade data was\nwas $4.2 billion. available;\no exclusion of trade data where reported\ntrade prices were deemed as unreasonable\noutliers;\no use of a volume weighted average price for\ndetermining the recove | `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/dcceew-2023-24-annual-report.pdf)` |\n\n## Key Achievements\n\n- Milestone 4 – On 30 June 2023, the Commonwealth made payment for completion of 42\n(or 95%) projects in approved 2022–23 state work plans:\n• NSW – completed all 7 approved projects, totalling $4.53 million\n• Queensland – completed all 20 approved projects, totalling $2.99 million\n• South Australia – completed all 15 projects, totalling $2.99 million\n• Northern Territory – did not complete their 2 projects.\n Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/dcceew-2023-24-annual-report.pdf)`\n- The program includes a\ndedicated manager assistance, Indigenous support helpline, domestic and family\nviolence helpline, health and nutritional hotlines and support for working parents.\n• delivered wellbeing seminars\n• undertook a review of the department’s Mental Health Maturity Scale Assessment in\nconsultation with the Australian Public Service Commission to assess our maturity and\nfurther our mental health capability\n• undertook a review of our enterprise level psychosocial risk assessment to understand\nthe department’s psychosocial risks and controls\n• launched an inaugural Psych-on-Site program to support engagement with onsite\npsychologists across all DCCEEW offices\n• made significant progress against the department’s response to Leigh Russell’s\nindependent Review of Workplace culture and change at the Australian Antarctic\nDivision\nNotifiable incidents\n Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/dcceew-2023-24-annual-report.pdf)`\n- [Page 15]\nCorporate Plan 2025–26\nEngaging and partnering with • create a culturally supportive environment for\nFirst Nations employees\nFirst Nations people\n• align our work with the National Agreement\nWe are conducting strong, respectful and genuine on Closing the Gap.\nengagement with First Nations people to progress\nOur First Nations Strategy is structured around\nthe Australian Government’s reform agenda\n5 key outcomes which translate the 4 Priority Reforms\nacross our portfolio.\nfrom the National Agreement on Closing the Gap into\nFirst Nations partnerships and knowledge are meaningful, practical actions.\ncritical to our efforts and our success will directly\nOur vision is that the Strategy will transform the\naffect First Nations people as the custodians of our\nway we work, both internally as an employer, and\nland and waters.\nexternally through the delivery of the government’s\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- Tolerances\nAchieved Partially achieved Not achieved\nThree case studies are delivered in One or 2 case studies are delivered No case studies are completed to the\n2025–26 as planned, with clearly to the required standard, and required standard, or are omitted\ndefined scope, verifiable data sources, the remaining are either under from reporting due to insufficient\nand a demonstrated link between the development, have limited verifiable data, delivery issues, or a lack\ndepartment’s actions and international data, or are delayed but expected to be of demonstrated departmental\nengagement outcomes.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- Output; Qualitative\nTargets\n2024–25 2025–26 2026–27 2027–28\nSecond stage of National To be set following To be set following To be set following\nClimate Risk Assessment and completion of National completion of National completion of National\nNational Adaptation Plan Climate Risk Assessment and Climate Risk Assessment and Climate Risk Assessment and\ncompleted.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2024-25.pdf)`\n- The Corporate Plan targets for the forward years\nhave been calculated by forecasting a constant rate\nof progress and adjusting to account for the 3-year\nreporting lag between releases of the National Waste\nReport and the Corporate Plan (i.e. a 73.3% recovery\nrate in 2030–31 based on 2026–27 data would indicate\nAustralia is on track to meet the 80% target).\n Source: `corporate-plans/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2024-25.pdf)`\n- This ensures that a\ncomprehensive set of suitable production variables is in place for setting Safeguard Mechanism\nbaselines this decade.\n• $200 million of grant funding was allocated across 12 decarbonisation projects in the chemicals,\nmetal, mining and other sectors through the Powering the Regions Fund, including projects\nfunded by Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA)\nReports published in November 2024 show that the Safeguard Mechanism remains on track to\nachieve its legislated objectives in 2024–25 and future years:\n• Australia’s emission projections 2024 shows that the Safeguard Mechanism is expected to\nachieve its legislated net and gross emission reduction objectives.\n• The Climate Change Authority’s 2024 Annual Progress Report found that net Safeguard\nemissions are declining consistently to remain within the emissions budget of 1,233 Mt CO -e\n2\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf)`\n- The voyage achieved a number of key highlights, including:\n• more than 59,544 km2 of seafloor mapped – equivalent to 87% of Tasmania’s land mass –\nincluding beneath the Denman and Shackleton ice shelves\n• approximately 20 km of seafloor imaged by RSV Nuyina’s towed body camera system\n• oceanographic transects characterising the ocean within 1 nautical mile of the Denman ice-\nsheet; to understand the glacier’s melt processes\n• cores of sediment tracing the glacial/interglacial cycles of the system and dating back an\nestimated 500,000 years\n• thousands of biological samples to trace biodiversity in the region – some of which are likely\nnew to science\nPART 1 DEPARTMENTAL OVERVIEW 23\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf)`\n- 2023–24 result\nIn 2023–24, data collected to support this progress tracking includes:\n• The ARENA invested $392m for total project value of $2.85bn from 1 July 2023 to\n30 June 2024.\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf)`\n- This\nis an increase from the 2 previous years’ reporting: 2165 maps at 30 June 2024, and 1996\nmaps at 30 June 2023.1\nA key milestone achieved was the provision of mapping products and advice to support the\nMinister for the Environment and Water’s announcement of the proposed expansion to the\nHeard Island and McDonald Islands Marine Reserve.\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/annual-report-2024-25.pdf)`\n- Outcome Achieved\n2023–24 result\nIn 2023–24, data collected to support this progress tracking includes:\n• The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) invested $392m for total project\nvalue of $2.85bn from 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024.\n Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/dcceew-2023-24-annual-report.pdf)`\n- [pages 44,45,46,47,48]\nmaterial and priority\n(UNFCCC) Conference\nactions not identified\nof the Parties (CoP) in\nin time for assistant\nDecember 2023.\nminister to present\nAction plan to address to UNCCC CoP in\nhighest priority risks December 2024.\ncompleted to allow\nassistant minister to\npresent findings to\nUNFCCC CoP in\nDecember 2024.\n Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/dcceew-2023-24-annual-report.pdf)`\n\n## Key Issues, Risks, and Recommendations\n\n- Tolerances Achieved Partially achieved Not achieved\nN/A N/A N/A\nOutcome N/A\n2023–24 result\nOver the 2023–24 reporting period, the department completed 120 desktop reference\naudits, the findings of which informed the published Environmental Offsets Audit report.\n Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/dcceew-2023-24-annual-report.pdf)`\n- Tolerances Achieved Partially achieved Not achieved\nNationally significant Nationally significant Nationally significant\nclimate risks facing climate risks facing risks are not identified\nAustralia and shortlist Australia identified in time for assistant\nof highest priority risks but shortlist of highest minister to present to\nidentified and summary priority risks not UNFCCC CoP.\nreport completed to identified in time for\nAdaptation Plan\nallow assistant minister assistant minister to\naddressing highest\nto present findings present to UNFCCC CoP.\npriority risks developed\nto United Nations\nAdaptation Plan after UNFCCC CoP in\nFramework Convention\ndeveloped but summary December 2024.\non Climate Change\nmaterial and priority\n(UNFCCC) Conference\nactions not identified\nof the Parties (CoP) in\nin time for assistant\nDecember 2023.\nminister to present\nAction plan to address to UNCCC CoP in\n Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/dcceew-2023-24-annual-report.pdf)`\n- Tolerances\nAchieved Partially achieved Not achieved\nThree case studies are delivered in One or 2 case studies are delivered No case studies are completed to the\n2025–26 as planned, with clearly to the required standard, and required standard, or are omitted\ndefined scope, verifiable data sources, the remaining are either under from reporting due to insufficient\nand a demonstrated link between the development, have limited verifiable data, delivery issues, or a lack\ndepartment’s actions and international data, or are delayed but expected to be of demonstrated departmental\nengagement outcomes.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- Effectiveness; Quantitative; Regulatory\nTargets\n2025–26 2026–27 2027–28 2028–29\n128 Mt CO -e in 2024–25 123 Mt CO -e in 2025–26 119 Mt CO -e in 2026–27 112 Mt CO -e in 2027–28\n2 2 2 2\nTolerances\nAchieved Partially achieved Not achieved\nPublished Safeguard data shows Published Safeguard data shows Published Safeguard data shows\nSafeguard net emissions are on track Safeguard net emissions are above Safeguard net emissions are not on\nto achieve the cumulative target for an indicative annual value in one track to achieve the cumulative target\n2020–21 to 2029–30 by being below the year but are still on track to achieve for 2020–21 to 2029–30 by being above\nindicative annual value. the cumulative target for 2020–21 to the indicative annual values.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- Tolerances\nAchieved Partially achieved Not achieved\nTarget is met at a national level At a national level: Target is not met at a national level for\nfor all 3 fuel types on 95% or more any of the 3 fuel types on 95% or more\nTarget is met for all 3 fuel types on less\nobligation days. obligation days.\nthan 95% of obligation days.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- Tolerances\nAchieved Partially achieved Not achieved\nAchieved = 100% 50 – <85% <50%\nMostly achieved = 85 – 99%\nRationale March 2025–26 PBS\nProgram 2.1: Conserve, protect and sustainably\nThe department is responsible for determining\nmanage Australia’s natural environment through\nwhether referred projects require assessment\na nature positive approach, page 53\nand approval under the Environment Protection\nand Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act),\nand whether any conditions should be attached Outputs\nto approvals to ensure that significant impacts on\n• Quarterly assessment performance report\nmatters of national environmental significance are\navoided, offset or mitigated.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- Tolerances\nAchieved Partially achieved Not achieved\n100% = 150 EPBC approvals are ≥ 80% = 120 EBPC approvals are < 80% = less than 120 EBPC\nsubject to compliance monitoring subject to compliance monitoring approvals are subject to compliance\nvia assessment of Annual via assessment of Annual monitoring via assessment of\nCompliance Reports, compliance Compliance Reports, compliance Annual Compliance Reports,\naudits and independent audits. audits and independent audits. compliance audits and independent\naudits.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- Effectiveness; Quantitative\nTargets\n2025–26 2026–27 2027–28 2028–29\nLand: 25% Land: 26% Land: 27% Land: 28%\nMarine: 52% Marine: Maintain or improve Marine: Maintain or improve Marine: Maintain or improve\nupon the 2023–24 baseline upon the 2023–24 baseline upon the 2023–24 baseline\nTolerances\nAchieved Partially achieved Not achieved\nLand: Australia’s protected and Land: Australia’s protected and Land: Australia’s protected and\nconserved areas ≥ target. conserved areas < target but > target for conserved areas < target for previous\nprevious financial year. financial year.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- Tolerances\nAchieved Partially achieved Not achieved\n2025–26: The Reef 2050 Plan is 2025–26: A draft Reef 2050 Plan is 2025–26: The Reef 2050 Plan is not\nreviewed based on the latest science published but consultation is incomplete reviewed based on the latest science\nand information, including the 2024 or insufficiently documented, or the and information, including the\nOutlook Report and other peer- scientific basis for updates is unclear.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- Effectiveness; Quantitative; Regulatory\nTargets Historical net emissions\n2024–25 2025–26 2026–27 2027–28\n137 Mt CO -e in 2023-24 130 Mt CO -e in 2024-25 123 Mt CO -e in 2025-26 118 Mt CO -e in 2026-27\n2 2 2 2\nTolerances\nAchieved Partially achieved Not achieved\nPublished Safeguard data shows Published Safeguard data shows Published Safeguard data shows\nSafeguard net emissions are on track Safeguard net emissions are above Safeguard net emissions are not on\nto achieve the cumulative target for an indicative annual value in one track to achieve the cumulative target\n2020-21 to 2029-30 by being below the year but are still on track to achieve for 2020-21 to 2029-30.\nindicative annual value. the cumulative target for 2020-21 to\n2029-30.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2024-25.pdf)`\n- Efficiency (proxy); Quantitative; Regulatory\nTargets\n2024–25 2025–26 2026–27 2027–28\n99% 99% 99% 99%\nTolerances\nAchieved Partially achieved Not achieved\n> or = 99.0% of applications are Not applicable. <99.0% of applications are processed\nprocessed within 14 days from the time within 14 days from the time of\nof application. application.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2024-25.pdf)`\n- Tolerances\nAchieved Partially achieved Not achieved\nAchieved = 100% 50-84% <50%\nMostly achieved = 85 – 99%\nRationale This report is generated to:\n• determine a count of referral and approval\nThe department is responsible for determining\ndecisions made in the reporting period\nwhether referred projects require assessment\nand approval under the Environment Protection • determine a count of referral and approval\nand Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act), decisions made within the statutory timeframe\nand whether any conditions should be attached (number of days), depending on decision type\nto approvals to ensure that significant impacts on\n• calculate the percentage of referral and approval\nmatters of national environmental significance could\ndecisions made within the statutory timeframe.\nbe avoided, offset or mitigated.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2024-25.pdf)`\n- Tolerances\nAchieved Partially achieved Not achieved\nData collected in 2023-24 will be Data collected in 2023-24 will be Data collected in 2023-24 will be\nanalysed to determine a baseline. analysed to determine a baseline. analysed to determine a baseline.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2024-25.pdf)`\n- Effectiveness; Quantitative\nTargets\n2024–25 2025–26 2026–27 2027–28\n24% 25% 26% 27%\nTolerances\nAchieved Partially achieved Not achieved\nThe tolerances for these years will be The tolerances for these years will be The tolerances for these years will be\nreviewed and set to reflect the target reviewed and set to reflect the target reviewed and set to reflect the target\nachieved in the previous year. achieved in the previous year. achieved in the previous year.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2024-25.pdf)`\n\n## Corporate Values and Operating Culture\n\n- Charter of Leadership Behaviours,\nwhich sets out the behaviours expected\nOur staff adhere to Australian Public Service\nof all APS leaders, so that they:\n(APS) values to ensure they are:\n• are Dynamic\n• impartial\n• are Respectful\n• committed to service\n• have Integrity\n• accountable\n• Value others\n• respectful\n• Empower people.\n• acting as stewards\nThese DRIVE behaviours are critical for\n• ethical.\nbuilding an inclusive culture in which staff\ncan bring their best selves to work.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- Charter of Leadership Behaviours,\nwhich sets out the behaviours expected\nOur staff adhere to Australian Public\nof all APS leaders, so that they:\nService (APS) values to ensure they are:\n• are Dynamic\n• impartial\n• are Respectful\n• committed to service\n• have Integrity\n• accountable\n• Value others\n• respectful\n• Empower people.\n• acting as stewards\nThese DRIVE behaviours are critical for\n• ethical.\nbuilding an inclusive culture in which staff\ncan bring their best selves to work.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2024-25.pdf)`\n- We are developing\nrelated topics such as responding to disclosures of\na range of strategies focused on building the\nsexual harassment, bystander training, bullying and\ncapabilities of our staff to deliver on our vision\nharassment, and the reporting mechanism\nand purposes for all Australians.\n• improving the resources available on reporting\nprocesses and support options for staff who have\nPeople and culture\nexperienced or witnessed inappropriate behaviour\nin the workplace\nAustralian Public Service Reform\n• promoting transparency regarding integrity\nissues, and outcomes to raise awareness of the\nThe department is making considerable progress to\nconsequences of conduct not aligned to APS Values\nalign with the Australian Public Service (APS) Reform\nand Code of Conduct.\nagenda.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2024-25.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2024-25.pdf)`\n- The department priorities are:\nunderstanding of processes to support staff to meet\n• building genuine First Nations collaboration and their integrity obligations, including how to report\npartnerships as well as being a model employer concerns or obtain advice on expected behaviours\nand identifying inappropriate behaviour\n• workplace flexibility through adopting national\nrecruitment practices and accommodating staff • implementation of a web-based referral form\nwho wish to work flexibly that staff can access direct from their personal\ndevices via a QR code to report incidences of\n• delivery based upon transparency, evidence and\ninappropriate behaviour\nan adaptive workforce\n• quick reference materials for all managers on\n• APS capability that harnesses technology including\nresponding to disclosures of serious incidents in the\nthe use of AI and data in a secure and ethical way\nworkplace\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- [Page 3]\nCorporate Plan 2025–26\nSecretary’s foreword 2\nStatement of preparation 3\nStatement of commitment to First Nations people 4\nOur Corporate Plan 6\nAbout us 7\nOur outcomes 8\nOur portfolio 9\nOur work 10\nOur people and locations 15\nOur values and principles 16\nOur operating context 17\nOur capabilities 20\nRisk management 26\nOur partners and stakeholders 29\nOur performance 34\nCommonwealth Performance Framework 34\nOur performance framework 34\nOutcomes, key activities and performance measures 35\nAppendix 1 Key partner agencies for delivery of outcomes 76\nAppendix 2 Summary of changes to performance measures 81\nAppendix 3 PGPA Act requirements 84\n1\nstnetnoC\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- Delivering this work requires collaboration\n2030 emissions reduction target of 43% below 2005\nand innovative reform.\nlevels, a strong 2035 emissions reduction target, and\nnet zero by 2050\nClimate change and energy\n• advance Australia’s global climate leadership by\nsecuring the bid to host COP31 in partnership\nWe are driving Australian climate action as a\nwith the Pacific, deepening Pacific and regional\nwhole-of-government priority grounded in the\npartnerships, and, if successful, using COP31 to drive\nlong-term goal of reaching net zero emissions\nclean energy trade, investment and transition\nby 2050 and building Australia’s resilience by\nunderstanding and adapting to a changing • support our international partners to achieve their\nclimate.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- We are developing pro-integrity culture that promotes high professional\na range of strategies focused on building the and ethical standards, transparency and accountability.\ncapabilities of our staff to deliver on our vision To support this commitment, we have developed and\nand purposes for all Australians. launched the department’s Safe to Speak Up campaign.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n- We are unable to We continuously improve the way we attract and retain staff to ensure we have the right skills\nattract, develop and in the right place at the right time to meet our delivery needs.\nretain people with the\nWe invest in our people, their tools and overall employee experience, with a focus on building\ncapabilities, values and\ntheir capability.\nbehaviours required to\ndeliver the department’s We foster a positive culture with a focus on integrity that is supported by clear standards and\nobjectives. expectations of behaviour.\n Source: `corporate-plans/2025-26.pdf (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/corporate-plan-2025-26.pdf)`\n\n## Global Ideas and Case Study Inputs\n\nGlobal source texts are available for later idea synthesis:\n- `global-intelligence/source-text/association-worldbank.org-governance.txt`\n- `global-intelligence/source-text/consulting-deloitte.com-government-public.txt`\n- `global-intelligence/source-text/university-ash.harvard.edu-Harvard-Kennedy-School-Ash-Center.txt`\n\n## Source Artifacts 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https://www.nsw.gov.au/accessibility-statement/alternative-format-request-form\n- `pages/announcements-index__02.html` - pages - https://www.nsw.gov.au/nsw-government/about-website/privacy-statement\n- `pages/announcements-index__03.html` - pages - https://www.nsw.gov.au/nsw-government/about-website/accessibility-statement/alternative-format-request-form\n- `pages/annual-reports-index.html` - pages - https://www.dcceew.gov.au/about/reporting/annual-report\n- `pages/contact.html` - pages - https://www.nsw.gov.au/libraries/dcs/assets/dcs-contact-DUTFlGrN.css?tek6zv\n- `pages/corporate-plans-index.html` - pages - https://www.dcceew.gov.au/about/reporting/corporate-plan\n- `pages/homepage.html` - pages - https://www.nsw.gov.au/departments-and-agencies/dcceew\n- `pages/ministers.html` - pages - https://www.nsw.gov.au/nsw-government/ministers\n- `pages/structure.html` - pages - https://www.nsw.gov.au/departments-and-agencies/dcceew\n- 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`annual-reports\\2024-25.txt`\n- Corporate plan: `corporate-plans\\2025-26.txt`\n\n## 28 laws administered\n\n| Title | Year | Type | What this entity does under it |\n|---|---|---|---|\n| [Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Environment%20Protection%20and%20Biodiversity%20Conservation%20Act%201999) | 1999 | Act | Administers provisions related to environmental impact assessment, protection of national environmental significance, and conservation of biodiversity. |\n| [Water Act 2007](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Water%20Act%202007) | 2007 | Act | Administers provisions related to water resource management, including the Murray-Darling Basin Plan and the Commonwealth Environmental Water Holder. |\n| [Greenhouse and Energy Minimum Standards Act 2012](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Greenhouse%20and%20Energy%20Minimum%20Standards%20Act%202012) | 2012 | Act | Administers provisions related to energy efficiency standards for products and equipment. |\n| [Recycling and Waste Reduction Act 2020](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Recycling%20and%20Waste%20Reduction%20Act%202020) | 2020 | Act | Administers provisions for waste reduction, resource recovery, and product stewardship. |\n| [Fuel Quality Standards Act 2000](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Fuel%20Quality%20Standards%20Act%202000) | 2000 | Act | Administers provisions related to fuel quality standards for petrol and diesel. |\n| [Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Management Act 1989](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Ozone%20Protection%20and%20Synthetic%20Greenhouse%20Gas%20Management%20Act%201989) | 1989 | Act | Administers provisions for the phase-down of ozone-depleting substances and synthetic greenhouse gases. |\n| [Hazardous Waste (Regulation of Exports and Imports) Act 1989](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Hazardous%20Waste%20(Regulation%20of%20Exports%20and%20Imports)%20Act%201989) | 1989 | Act | Administers provisions for the control of exports and imports of hazardous waste. |\n| [Product Stewardship (Oil) Act 2000](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Product%20Stewardship%20(Oil)%20Act%202000) | 2000 | Act | Administers provisions for the product stewardship of oil. |\n| [Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards Act 2005](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Water%20Efficiency%20Labelling%20and%20Standards%20Act%202005) | 2005 | Act | Administers provisions for water efficiency labelling and standards for water-using products. |\n| [Natural Heritage Trust of Australia Act 1997](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Natural%20Heritage%20Trust%20of%20Australia%20Act%201997) | 1997 | Act | Administers provisions related to the Natural Heritage Trust, supporting environmental conservation and natural resource management. |\n| [Natural Resources Management (Financial Assistance) Act 1992](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Natural%20Resources%20Management%20(Financial%20Assistance)%20Act%201992) | 1992 | Act | Administers provisions for financial assistance for natural resources management. |\n| [Environment Protection (Alligator Rivers Region) Act 1978](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Environment%20Protection%20(Alligator%20Rivers%20Region)%20Act%201978) | 1978 | Act | Administers provisions for the protection of the environment in the Alligator Rivers Region. |\n| [National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Act 2007](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=National%20Greenhouse%20and%20Energy%20Reporting%20Act%202007) | 2007 | Act | Administers provisions for the reporting of greenhouse gas emissions, energy production and consumption. |\n| [National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting (Safeguard Mechanism) Rule 2015](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=National%20Greenhouse%20and%20Energy%20Reporting%20(Safeguard%20Mechanism)%20Rule%202015) | 2015 | Rule | Specifies details for the operation of the Safeguard Mechanism under the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Act 2007. |\n| [Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards Determination](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Water%20Efficiency%20Labelling%20and%20Standards%20Determination) | 2013 | Determination | Sets out specific requirements for the Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards scheme. |\n| [Fuel Quality Standards Regulations 2019](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Fuel%20Quality%20Standards%20Regulations%202019) | 2019 | Regulation | Prescribes detailed standards for fuel quality under the Fuel Quality Standards Act 2000. |\n| [Hazardous Waste (Regulations of Exports and Imports) (Fees) Regulations 1990](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Hazardous%20Waste%20(Regulations%20of%20Exports%20and%20Imports)%20(Fees)%20Regulations%201990) | 1990 | Regulation | Prescribes fees for the administration of the Hazardous Waste (Regulation of Exports and Imports) Act 1989. |\n| [Recycling and Waste Reduction (Export – Waste Glass) Rules 2020](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Recycling%20and%20Waste%20Reduction%20(Export%20%E2%80%93%20Waste%20Glass)%20Rules%202020) | 2020 | Rule | Sets rules for the export of waste glass under the Recycling and Waste Reduction Act 2020. |\n| [Recycling and Waste Reduction (Export – Waste Plastic) Rules 2021](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Recycling%20and%20Waste%20Reduction%20(Export%20%E2%80%93%20Waste%20Plastic)%20Rules%202021) | 2021 | Rule | Sets rules for the export of waste plastic under the Recycling and Waste Reduction Act 2020. |\n| [Recycling and Waste Reduction (Export – Waste Tyres) Rules 2021](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Recycling%20and%20Waste%20Reduction%20(Export%20%E2%80%93%20Waste%20Tyres)%20Rules%202021) | 2021 | Rule | Sets rules for the export of waste tyres under the Recycling and Waste Reduction Act 2020. |\n| [Recycling and Waste Reduction (Mandatory Product Stewardship – Mercury-added Products) Rules 2021](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Recycling%20and%20Waste%20Reduction%20(Mandatory%20Product%20Stewardship%20%E2%80%93%20Mercury-added%20Products)%20Rules%202021) | 2021 | Rule | Establishes mandatory product stewardship for mercury-added products. |\n| [Recycling and Waste Reduction (Product Stewardship – Televisions and Computers) Rules 2021](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Recycling%20and%20Waste%20Reduction%20(Product%20Stewardship%20%E2%80%93%20Televisions%20and%20Computers)%20Rules%202021) | 2021 | Rule | Establishes product stewardship for televisions and computers. |\n| [Recycling and Waste Reduction (Export – Waste Paper and Cardboard) Rules 2024](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Recycling%20and%20Waste%20Reduction%20(Export%20%E2%80%93%20Waste%20Paper%20and%20Cardboard)%20Rules%202024) | 2024 | Rule | Sets rules for the export of waste paper and cardboard under the Recycling and Waste Reduction Act 2020. |\n| [Water Amendment (Restoring Our Rivers) Act 2023](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Water%20Amendment%20(Restoring%20Our%20Rivers)%20Act%202023) | 2023 | Act | Amends the Water Act 2007 to implement changes related to water recovery and management. |\n| [Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Regulations 2000](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Environment%20Protection%20and%20Biodiversity%20Conservation%20Regulations%202000) | 2000 | Regulation | Prescribes detailed provisions for the operation of the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999. |\n| [Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Management Regulations 1995](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Ozone%20Protection%20and%20Synthetic%20Greenhouse%20Gas%20Management%20Regulations%201995) | 1995 | Regulation | Prescribes detailed provisions for the Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Management Act 1989. |\n| [Product Stewardship (Oil) Regulations 2001](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Product%20Stewardship%20(Oil)%20Regulations%202001) | 2001 | Regulation | Prescribes detailed provisions for the Product Stewardship (Oil) Act 2000. |\n| [Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards Regulations 2013](https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Water%20Efficiency%20Labelling%20and%20Standards%20Regulations%202013) | 2013 | Regulation | Prescribes detailed provisions for the Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards Act 2005. |", "global_initiatives_md": "# Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water — Global Initiatives Catalogue\n\n## Focus areas\n* Climate change mitigation and energy transition\n* Environmental law reform and biodiversity protection\n* Circular economy and waste management\n* Water resource management\n* Climate adaptation and resilience\n\n## Climate change mitigation and energy transition\n\n### Net Zero Government Initiative\n**Jurisdiction**: United Kingdom\n**Run by**: Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (formerly BEIS)\n**Year**: 2020\n**Status**: Active\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: Sets targets for government departments to reduce their own emissions, procure low-carbon goods and services, and report on progress. It aims to lead by example in decarbonising public sector operations.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: Provides a framework for setting and tracking emissions reduction targets within government operations, which could inform similar initiatives in Australia.\n**Find more**: [UK Net Zero Government Initiative](https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/net-zero-government-initiative)\n\n### US Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)\n**Jurisdiction**: United States\n**Run by**: Various federal agencies, including the Department of the Treasury and Department of Energy\n**Year**: 2022\n**Status**: Active\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: A landmark piece of legislation providing significant tax credits and incentives for clean energy production, manufacturing, and adoption, including for renewables, electric vehicles, and energy efficiency. It aims to drive down emissions and create green jobs.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: Offers insights into large-scale fiscal policy mechanisms for accelerating the clean energy transition and stimulating domestic manufacturing.\n**Find more**: [US Inflation Reduction Act](https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/5376)\n\n### EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS)\n**Jurisdiction**: European Union\n**Run by**: European Commission\n**Year**: 2005\n**Status**: Active\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: A cap-and-trade system that sets a limit on the total amount of greenhouse gases that can be emitted by installations covered by the system. Companies receive or buy emission allowances, which they can trade.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: Provides a long-standing model for a large-scale, economy-wide carbon pricing mechanism and its evolution over time.\n**Find more**: [EU Emissions Trading System](https://climate.ec.europa.eu/eu-action/eu-emissions-trading-system-eu-ets_en)\n\n### Singapore's Green Plan 2030\n**Jurisdiction**: Singapore\n**Run by**: Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment (MSE) and other ministries\n**Year**: 2021\n**Status**: Active\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: A whole-of-nation movement to advance Singapore’s national agenda on sustainable development. It outlines ambitious targets across five key pillars: City in Nature, Sustainable Living, Energy Efficiency, Green Economy, and Resilient Future.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: Demonstrates a comprehensive, whole-of-government approach to sustainability and climate action, with clear targets and citizen engagement.\n**Find more**: [Singapore Green Plan 2030](https://www.greenplan.gov.sg/)\n\n### Canada's Carbon Pricing Benchmark\n**Jurisdiction**: Canada\n**Run by**: Government of Canada\n**Year**: 2018 (Federal backstop introduced)\n**Status**: Active\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: Establishes a federal carbon pricing system that applies in provinces and territories that do not have their own equivalent system. It includes a regulatory charge on fossil fuels and an output-based pricing system for large industrial emitters.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: Offers a model for a federal backstop mechanism to ensure consistent carbon pricing across a federation, and its interaction with provincial systems.\n**Find more**: [Canada's Carbon Pricing Benchmark](https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/services/climate-change/carbon-pricing/federal-backstop.html)\n\n## Environmental law reform and biodiversity protection\n\n### UK's Environment Act 2021\n**Jurisdiction**: United Kingdom\n**Run by**: Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra)\n**Year**: 2021\n**Status**: Active\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: Establishes a new legal framework for environmental protection, including legally binding targets for nature recovery, air quality, water, and waste. It also creates the Office for Environmental Protection (OEP) to hold government and public bodies to account.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: Provides a blueprint for comprehensive environmental law reform, including establishing an independent statutory body for oversight and accountability.\n**Find more**: [UK Environment Act 2021](https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2021/30/contents/enacted)\n\n### US Endangered Species Act (ESA)\n**Jurisdiction**: United States\n**Run by**: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) and National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS)\n**Year**: 1973\n**Status**: Active\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: Provides a framework for the conservation of threatened and endangered species and their habitats. It prohibits the 'take' of listed species and requires federal agencies to ensure their actions do not jeopardise listed species.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: Offers a long-standing legislative model for species protection, recovery planning, and inter-agency coordination, despite ongoing debates about its effectiveness.\n**Find more**: [US Endangered Species Act](https://www.fws.gov/laws/laws-and-policies/endangered-species-act)\n\n### EU Nature Restoration Law\n**Jurisdiction**: European Union\n**Run by**: European Commission\n**Year**: Proposed 2022, adopted 2024\n**Status**: Active\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: Aims to restore degraded ecosystems across the EU, with legally binding targets for restoring terrestrial and marine ecosystems. It focuses on areas like forests, wetlands, rivers, and marine habitats.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: Presents a large-scale, legally binding approach to ecosystem restoration with specific targets, which could inform Australia's nature positive goals.\n**Find more**: [EU Nature Restoration Law](https://environment.ec.europa.eu/nature/nature-restoration/index_en.htm)\n\n### New Zealand's National Policy Statement for Indigenous Flora and Fauna (NPS-IF)\n**Jurisdiction**: New Zealand\n**Run by**: Ministry for the Environment\n**Year**: 2014 (with subsequent amendments)\n**Status**: Active\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: Sets out objectives and policies for the management of indigenous flora and fauna in regional and district plans. It aims to ensure that local authorities manage their regions to protect and sustain indigenous biodiversity.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: Provides a national policy framework that directs local government actions for biodiversity protection, ensuring a consistent approach across the country.\n**Find more**: [NZ NPS for Indigenous Flora and Fauna](https://environment.govt.nz/publications/national-policy-statement-for-indigenous-flora-and-fauna/)\n\n### OECD Environmental Performance Reviews\n**Jurisdiction**: OECD\n**Run by**: Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)\n**Year**: Ongoing since 1990s\n**Status**: Active\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: Conducts periodic peer reviews of OECD member countries' environmental policies and performance. It assesses progress towards environmental goals and provides recommendations for improvement.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: Offers a structured, international benchmarking process for evaluating environmental performance and identifying areas for policy enhancement.\n**Find more**: [OECD Environmental Performance Reviews](https://www.oecd.org/environment/country-reviews/)\n\n## Circular economy and waste management\n\n### UK's Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for Packaging\n**Jurisdiction**: United Kingdom\n**Run by**: Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra)\n**Year**: Phased implementation from 2023\n**Status**: Active\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: Places the financial and operational responsibility for the management of packaging waste onto the producers of that packaging. It aims to incentivise producers to design more recyclable packaging and increase recycling rates.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: Provides a detailed model for implementing EPR schemes that shifts the cost burden of waste management to producers, driving waste reduction and improved recyclability.\n**Find more**: [UK EPR for Packaging](https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/extended-producer-responsibility-for-packaging)\n\n### EU Circular Economy Action Plan\n**Jurisdiction**: European Union\n**Run by**: European Commission\n**Year**: 2020 (updated 2022)\n**Status**: Active\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: Outlines a range of actions to make sustainable products the norm in the EU. It covers the entire product lifecycle, from design and production to waste management and consumption, focusing on areas like plastics, textiles, and electronics.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: Offers a comprehensive, strategic approach to transitioning to a circular economy, with specific policy proposals and targets across multiple sectors.\n**Find more**: [EU Circular Economy Action Plan](https://environment.ec.europa.eu/topics/circular-economy_en)\n\n### Japan's Basic Act for Establishing a Sound Material-Cycle Society\n**Jurisdiction**: Japan\n**Run by**: Ministry of the Environment\n**Year**: 2000 (with subsequent amendments)\n**Status**: Active\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: Establishes the fundamental principles and framework for creating a sound material-cycle society, aiming to reduce waste generation and promote recycling and reuse. It sets out responsibilities for businesses, consumers, and the government.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: Provides a foundational legal and policy structure for a circular economy, emphasising waste reduction at the source and promoting resource efficiency.\n**Find more**: [Japan's Sound Material-Cycle Society](https://www.env.go.jp/en/recycle/smcs/)\n\n### US EPA's National Recycling Strategy\n**Jurisdiction**: United States\n**Run by**: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)\n**Year**: 2021\n**Status**: Active\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: Sets forth a strategy to improve the US recycling system by focusing on three key areas: reducing the amount of waste generated, increasing the collection and processing of recyclables, and developing markets for recycled materials.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: Offers a strategic roadmap for enhancing national recycling rates and building more robust domestic markets for recycled content.\n**Find more**: [US EPA National Recycling Strategy](https://www.epa.gov/recycle/national-recycling-strategy-advancing-recycling-and-reusable-economy)\n\n### World Bank's Waste Management Strategy\n**Jurisdiction**: Global (World Bank member countries)\n**Run by**: World Bank\n**Year**: Ongoing\n**Status**: Active\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: Provides technical assistance, financing, and knowledge sharing to countries to improve their solid waste management systems. It promotes integrated approaches, including waste reduction, recycling, and safe disposal.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: Offers global best practices, financing mechanisms, and analytical tools for developing and implementing effective waste management strategies, particularly for developing economies.\n**Find more**: [World Bank Waste Management](https://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/waste-management)\n\n## Water resource management\n\n### Murray-Darling Basin Plan (Australia)\n**Jurisdiction**: Australia (Federal and State collaboration)\n**Run by**: Murray-Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) and state governments\n**Year**: 2012\n**Status**: Active (under review and reform)\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: A plan to manage the water resources of the Murray-Darling Basin to ensure a sustainable future for the river system and its communities. It aims to return a significant volume of water to the environment.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: While an Australian initiative, its ongoing implementation, challenges, and reform processes offer critical lessons for large-scale, transboundary water resource management and environmental water recovery.\n**Find more**: [Murray-Darling Basin Plan](https://www.mdba.gov.au/publications/key-publications/basin-plan-2012)\n\n### EU Water Framework Directive (WFD)\n**Jurisdiction**: European Union\n**Run by**: European Commission and Member States\n**Year**: 2000\n**Status**: Active\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: Aims to protect and improve the quality of water bodies across the EU (rivers, lakes, groundwater, and coastal waters). It establishes a framework for the management of water resources based on river basin districts.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: Provides a comprehensive, integrated, and legally binding framework for water management based on ecological objectives and river basin management, which could inform national water policy.\n**Find more**: [EU Water Framework Directive](https://environment.ec.europa.eu/topics/water/water-framework-directive_en)\n\n### US Clean Water Act (CWA)\n**Jurisdiction**: United States\n**Run by**: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)\n**Year**: 1972\n**Status**: Active\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: Establishes the basic structure for regulating pollutant discharges into the waters of the United States and regulating quality standards for surface waters. It aims to restore and maintain the chemical, physical, and biological integrity of the nation's waters.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: Offers a foundational legislative model for water quality regulation, point source pollution control, and water quality standards that has shaped water management in the US for decades.\n**Find more**: [US Clean Water Act](https://www.epa.gov/laws-regulations/summary-clean-water-act)\n\n### New Zealand's National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management (NPS-FM)\n**Jurisdiction**: New Zealand\n**Run by**: Ministry for the Environment\n**Year**: 2014 (with significant amendments in 2017 and 2020)\n**Status**: Active\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: Sets out the objectives and policies for managing freshwater and the allocation of freshwater resources. It requires regional councils to set objectives and limits for freshwater quality and quantity.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: Provides a national framework for setting freshwater objectives and limits, with a strong emphasis on regional implementation and stakeholder engagement, including Te Ao Māori principles.\n**Find more**: [NZ NPS for Freshwater Management](https://environment.govt.nz/publications/national-policy-statement-for-freshwater-management-2020/)\n\n### OECD Water Governance Initiative\n**Jurisdiction**: OECD member countries\n**Run by**: Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)\n**Year**: 2008\n**Status**: Active\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: Promotes effective water governance by providing tools, indicators, and policy advice to governments. It focuses on improving the institutional, legal, and economic frameworks for water management.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: Offers a framework and tools for assessing and improving water governance structures, promoting efficiency, equity, and sustainability in water management.\n**Find more**: [OECD Water Governance Initiative](https://www.oecd.org/environment/oecd-water-governance-initiative.htm)\n\n## Climate adaptation and resilience\n\n### UK Climate Change Risk Assessment (CCRA) and Adaptation Programme\n**Jurisdiction**: United Kingdom\n**Run by**: Climate Change Committee (CCC) and government departments\n**Year**: CCRA published every 5 years (first in 2012), Adaptation Programme ongoing\n**Status**: Active\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: The CCRA identifies the most significant current and future risks to the UK from climate change. The Adaptation Programme outlines government actions to address these risks.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: Provides a robust, evidence-based, and statutory process for assessing climate risks and developing a national adaptation plan, with an independent advisory body.\n**Find more**: [UK Climate Change Risk Assessment](https://www.theccc.org.uk/topic/climate-change-risk-assessment/)\n\n### US National Climate Resilience Toolkit\n**Jurisdiction**: United States\n**Run by**: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and other federal agencies\n**Year**: Launched 2015, updated regularly\n**Status**: Active\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: Provides data, guidance, and case studies to help communities understand climate impacts and plan for resilience. It offers tools and resources for assessing vulnerabilities and developing adaptation strategies.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: Offers a suite of practical tools and resources for local and regional decision-makers to understand climate risks and build resilience.\n**Find more**: [US Climate Resilience Toolkit](https://toolkit.climate.gov/)\n\n### EU Adaptation Strategy\n**Jurisdiction**: European Union\n**Run by**: European Commission\n**Year**: 2013 (updated 2021)\n**Status**: Active\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: Aims to make Europe more climate-resilient by encouraging action by Member States, enhancing preparedness for impacts, and improving knowledge and tools. It focuses on mainstreaming adaptation into all policy areas.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: Demonstrates a strategic, cross-sectoral approach to embedding climate adaptation considerations into EU policies and funding mechanisms.\n**Find more**: [EU Adaptation Strategy](https://climate.ec.europa.eu/eu-action/climate-adaptation/eu-adaptation-strategy_en)\n\n### New Zealand's National Climate Change Risk Assessment\n**Jurisdiction**: New Zealand\n**Run by**: Ministry for the Environment\n**Year**: First published 2020\n**Status**: Active (periodic updates planned)\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: Identifies and assesses the risks posed by climate change to New Zealand's environment, economy, and society. It informs the development of adaptation plans and actions.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: Provides a national-level assessment of climate risks, offering a model for understanding and prioritising adaptation efforts within a comparable national context.\n**Find more**: [NZ National Climate Change Risk Assessment](https://environment.govt.nz/publications/national-climate-change-risk-assessment-2020/)\n\n### World Bank's Climate Change Action Plan\n**Jurisdiction**: Global (World Bank client countries)\n**Run by**: World Bank Group\n**Year**: Ongoing\n**Status**: Active\n**What it does (2–3 sentences)**: Aims to help client countries build resilience to climate change impacts and transition to low-carbon development pathways. It includes financing, technical assistance, and knowledge sharing for adaptation and mitigation.\n**Why it Australia learn or adopt**: Offers insights into international financing and support mechanisms for climate adaptation, and best practices for integrating resilience into development projects.\n**Find more**: [World Bank Climate Change Action Plan](https://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/climatechange/brief/world-bank-group-climate-action-plan)\n\n*These entries are generated by an AI and represent claims about overseas initiatives based on its training data. Verification of details, URLs, and current status is recommended before citing publicly.*", "strategy": { "reporting_period": "2024-25", "corporate_plan_period": "2025-26", "vision": "An Australia that is prosperous because it is sustainable, with community and Country at the heart of our actions.", "vision_source_page": 4, "purposes": "We drive Australian climate action; transform Australia’s energy system to support net zero emissions while maintaining its affordability, security and reliability; conserve, protect, and sustainably manage our environment and water resources through a nature positive approach; protect our cultural heritage; and contribute to international progress on these issues.", "purposes_source_page": 8, "how_we_deliver": "We provide innovative and expert advice to the Australian Government grounded in evidence and science. We develop policy, deliver programs, manage assets, administer legislation, and regulate. We will collaborate and work in partnership with First Nations people, communities, regions, industry, states and territories, other government departments and international partners, to achieve outcomes for the environment, the economy, and all Australians.", "how_we_deliver_source_page": 8, "government_priorities": [ { "text": "meet or surpass Australia’s legislated emissions reduction goals", "source_page": 10 }, { "text": "ensure a smooth and secure transformation to renewable energy while maintaining reliable, secure and affordable energy supply", "source_page": 10 }, { "text": "strengthen Australia’s resilience to future climate risks by supporting and enabling adaptation action", "source_page": 10 }, { "text": "reform Australia’s environmental laws to streamline assessment processes, provide certainty for business, and better protect our unique environment", "source_page": 10 }, { "text": "protect and restore the health of Australia’s natural environment, its ocean, iconic and heritage listed places, unique ecosystems and threatened species", "source_page": 10 }, { "text": "support national efforts to transition to a more circular economy, improve waste management and reduce pollution", "source_page": 10 }, { "text": "strengthen the resilience of Australia’s water resources under a changing climate, by leading a strategic national water policy agenda and delivering the Murray–Darling Basin Plan", "source_page": 10 }, { "text": "advance Australia’s environmental, scientific, strategic and economic interests in the Antarctic region by protecting, researching and administering in the region, including through international engagement", "source_page": 10 }, { "text": "partner with First Nations people to achieve these priorities while contributing to Closing the Gap", "source_page": 10 }, { "text": "strengthen Australia’s international leadership and influence, and position Australia as a partner of choice in environmental and climate initiatives around the 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