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Australia’s Fossil Fuel Export Impact
- Australia is the third largest fossil fuel exporter globally after Russia and Saudi Arabia.
- New coal and gas projects from Australia equal emissions of 200 new coal power plants.
Feasibility of Ending New Fossil Projects
- Stopping approval of new coal and gas projects is entirely feasible for Australia.
- Transition plans must support workers and communities affected by fossil fuel phase-out.
Fossil Fuel Industry’s Weak Local Benefit
- Australia gains little revenue or employment from fossil fuel industries.
- Most profits flow to multinational corporations, not directly benefiting Australians.