New climate-related transition planning guidelines released
The Commonwealth Government has released guidance to help businesses plan for decarbonisation and climate change adaptation. The guidelines aim to support organisations in mapping out a transition pathway.
Do the new federal climate transition planning guidelines affect my trade business?
Builders, electricians and plumbers may need to align business operations with new transition planning expectations as government and corporate clients adopt these frameworks.
Key takeaways
- The federal government has released new guidance on climate-related transition planning for businesses.
- The guidelines cover both decarbonisation and adapting to the impacts of climate change.
- Trade businesses working with larger corporate or government clients may face pressure to align with these frameworks.
- No mandatory compliance deadlines or penalties were detailed in the release.
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