Green New Deal (Quit Coal and Renew Australia) 2020

# Green New Deal (Quit Coal and Renew Australia) Bill 2020 ## What it does This bill would create a new government organisation called "Renew Australia" to manage the transition away from coal and boost renewable energy projects across the country. It also aims to restrict thermal coal activities, though the excerpt doesn't detail those restrictions. ## Why it matters Australia's coal industry employs thousands and generates significant tax revenue, but also contributes to climate change. This bill is about managing that shift to renewables while creating new jobs and industries in clean energy. ## Key details - **Renew Australia** would be a statutory authority with a Board appointed by the Minister, with powers to advise on law reform, manage renewable energy projects, and coordinate with state and territory governments - The bill applies across all Australian territories and has extra-territorial reach (meaning it could affect Australian interests overseas) - The Board members would receive remuneration and operate under standard employment terms, with the Minister able to give them directions on priorities **Status**: This bill is before Parliament but hasn't passed yet — it's still in the early stages and would need support from both houses to become law.

🔒 Voting closed — this bill has been decided by parliament