South Australia has a proud history as a visionary, inclusive and innovative state. 

We’ve led the way on smart environmental policy, from container deposit legislation to the creation of marine parks.

Yet we face serious environmental challenges. Our actions and priorities are not reflecting the urgency and scale of these threats to our people, places and wildlife. That’s why we need adequate funding and policies that properly care for this state that we call home.

The 2022 South Australian State Election comes at a critical moment, both for nature protection and making the transition to clean energy. That’s why we have come together to outline the 71 policy benchmarks all parties need to commit to.

South Australians want a state government that enables people and wildlife to thrive, champions clean energy and stops polluting companies damaging our climate. These benchmarks outline the key outcomes any party must commit to if it is serious about ensuring we can keep enjoying life on this beautiful planet.

In the lead up to the 19 March 2022 state poll, we will release a scorecard which will rank the parties against these benchmarks, so South Australians can make informed choices about what the parties promise to do, if elected, when it comes to stopping climate pollution, ramping up clean energy, and ensuring our communities and natural environment can thrive.

South Australians, our climate, our wildlife and our wilderness deserve no less.

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