Queensland's new emissions pledge shows state governments are once again leading change
- Written by John Quiggin, Professor, School of Economics, The University of Queensland
A striking development in recent years has been the increasing role of state governments in responding to global crises.
The announcement by newly installed Queensland Premier Steven Miles of an ambitious 75% by 2035 emissions cut target is a case in point.
The renewed centrality of state governments became dramatically evident as the COVID...





