Inquiry into climate change and environmental impacts on coastal communities

摘要

The House of Representatives Climate Change, Water, Environment and the Arts Committee is conducting an inquiry into climate change and environmental impacts on Australian coastal communities.rn'Much of Australia's population and infrastructure is in the coastal zone, increasing our vulnerability to climate change impacts,' Committee Chair Jennie George said.rn'The growth in population and intensification of land use along the coast is further increasing pressure on the environment in many areas. Thatrnboth ministers jointly referred this inquiry to the committee reflects the critical importance of this area.'rnThe terms of reference provide for the committee to inquire into climate change and environmental pressures experienced by Australian coastal areas.