In response to the Federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek's announcement of changes to conservation laws, Vets for Climate Action CEO Tara O'Connell said:
"We are really happy the new EPBC guidelines have been released and that the new federal environmental protection agency can consider local greenhouse gas emissions in project assessments."
"We welcome attempts to halt the destruction of wildlife habitat, and that threatened species and World Heritage areas will be prioritised as a matter of national environmental significance.
"While we are disappointed that there has been no climate trigger included in the EPBC Act amendment, we are hopeful that through the new EPA's powers, the agency can make decisions that protect our unique animals from ongoing habitat destruction and the damaging impacts of our changing climate.
"Vets for Climate Action look forward to working with the new environmental protection agency and we are waiting to see how the EPA will be funded."
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Veterinarians for Climate Action represents concerned veterinarians, veterinary nurses, and industry partners across Australia who want strong climate policies.
