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Science and the governance of Australia's climate regime

The promise of a scientifically sound policy approach to tackle greenhouse-gas emissions in Australia gives hope that the country's efforts to mitigate climate change can make an effective contribution to international objectives.

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Keenan, R., Caripis, L., Foerster, A. et al. Science and the governance of Australia's climate regime. Nature Clim Change 2, 477–478 (2012). https://doi.org/10.1038/nclimate1608

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