What is wrong with the Rudd & Brumby government’s response to climate change?
The “response” lacks visionary leadership, presumably due to fears of upsetting established politically powerful industries and fears for their own political future. The response is not based on an emergency situation. Governments have demonstrated an ability to respond rapidly and aggressively when they choose, such as with the recent “financial crisis”. An equivalent response is necessary in order to secure the future for our planet. The response took a massive backward step when [Federal government climate change advisor] Ross Garnaut announced 550 ppm atmospheric CO2 equivalent as the achievable aim. This is essentially admitting defeat and that is becoming more apparent, such as with recent CSIRO predictions that 450 ppm is the tipping point of acidification for the Southern Ocean. Due diligence from governments means setting bold targets. That means a reconsideration of our reliance on coal, and a reconsideration of every polluting industry. It means choosing more sustainable res
