Australian government plans to protect 30% of ecosystems by 2030 under Nature Positive Plan, but faces criticism for allocating only 0.1% of federal budget to biodiversity support.
The Australian government aims to end extinctions and protect 30% of ecosystems by 2030 as part of its Nature Positive Plan. However, critics argue the federal budget allocates more funds to carbon capture and storage than biodiversity, with less than 0.1% supporting biodiversity. Research shows a 2% annual decline in threatened species since 2000, raising concerns about the government's ability to meet its goals.
May 17, 2024
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