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Net Zero Economy Agency
1 July 2023 – 11 December 2024
Executive agency that coordinated Commonwealth efforts to support regions, industries and workers through the transition to a net zero emissions economy, particularly communities affected by coal-fired power station closures.
How it came into existence
Established on 1 July 2023 as an executive agency in the Prime Minister and Cabinet portfolio under the Public Service Act 1999, succeeding the Net Zero Economy Taskforce in the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet.
- Net Zero Economy Taskforce
How it ended
Replaced on 11 December 2024 by the statutory Net Zero Economy Authority under the Net Zero Economy Authority Act 2024.
- Net zero economic transformation coordination
- Regional and worker transition support
Main functions
- Coordination of net zero economic transformation policy
- Support for regions affected by coal and gas power station closures
- Attraction of investment in net zero industries
- Engagement with workers, industry and communities
Where it sits
Last in the portfolio of Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet.
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