Trees, Power & Proof: What Australia’s Climate Policy Means for New England Graziers
Australia has tightened its climate targets: Net Zero by 2050, a 43% cut by 2030, and a new 2035 target to reduce emissions by 62–70% below 2005 levels.
What does that actually mean at the farm gate in New England?
- More interest in environmental plantings and biodiversity projects and other carbon projects.
- Continued renewable energy proposals knocking on farm doors.
- And more buyers asking for proof of lower emissions and good land stewardship.
This session is hosted by TASC Carbon—experts in carbon and environmental markets—with community voices across a wide range of interests to ensure a broad, open discussion.
Their aim is to open communication on issues affecting individual farmers and easing tensions emerging in the community.
They will unpack environmental projects driven by international and federal initiatives to reduce the impacts of climate change—what’s coming, what it means locally, and how to respond.
There’ll be short presentations on recent government announcements, the ongoing renewable energy markets, and land-use competition linked to these initiatives.
We’ll also give a high-level overview of how these decisions could affect local landholders, plus practical ways farmers can leverage the changes for cash-flow income and long-term farm resilience.
Join local producers for a straight-talk session on the real-world risks and opportunities: carbon income, biodiversity credits, lease deals for solar/wind, and what paperwork and timeframes look like.
Bring your questions.
When: Thu 2 Oct, 6:00–8:00pm
Where: Walcha Sports Club
Cost: Free
