In this episode of Australia, Explained, we break down climate change in Australia: our experiences, our responses and our future.

Bits and pieces mentioned:

The Paris Agreement

ScoMo’s comments on the IPCC report

Each country’s carbon emissions

Australia needs to cut emissions by at least 50%

Australia: Climate Action Tracker

Where do Australia’s emissions come from

What is the Adani mine?

This week, Tania recommended a book by Elizabeth Kolbert called “The Sixth Extinction”, which explores the origins of the Anthropocene and human impact upon climate. Vanessa recommended an article from The New Yorker about preparing for the climate apocalypse.

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Audio and sound production: Liam (Instagram @astriidastriidastriid)

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