The government will need to demonstrate it can deliver both lower prices and lower emissions if it is to attract broader community support for its climate targets.
Angus Taylor and Grant King are both happy to describe Australia’s commitment to the Paris target for emissions reduction as a floor rather than a ceiling.
“We would all love to exceed that floor and go well beyond it,” King says. “Why wouldn’t the government want to see whether one of the mechanisms for reducing emissions is working as effectively and efficiently as possible?”
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Jennifer Hewett is the national affairs columnist. She writes a daily column on politics, business and the economy. Connect with Jennifer on Twitter. Email Jennifer at jennifer.hewett@afr.com
