Climate Bill for 43 Percent Emissions Reduction by 2030 Passes Australia’s Lower House

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese reacts during House of Representatives Question Time at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, on Aug. 4, 2022. AAP Image/Lukas Coch

The Australian federal government has passed its climate bill, legislating a 43 percent emissions reduction target, through the lower house.

It was passed 89 votes to 55 with the support of Greens, teal independents, and Tasmanian Liberal MP Bridget Archer after a number of minor amendments.