Minister for the Environment and Water

The Albanese Labor Government is taking decisive action to cut through the red tape and delays in approvals that are holding up the construction of more homes.

Australia is disappointed that agreement was not secured on a global plastics pollution treaty in Geneva.

The Albanese Government has approved a new solar farm and battery energy storage system (BESS) to be developed in Muswellbrook, New South Wales.

The Albanese Government is investing up to $18.3 million to address low oxygen levels in Macquarie Harbour, and support recovery efforts for the endangered Maugean skate.

The Albanese Labor Government wants to see a sustainable salmon industry that supports workers and their families, while protecting the environment.