Australia's heavy reliance on coal-fired power has made it one of the top carbon emitters per capita in the world. Despite this, the conservative government has continued to support the fossil fuel industry, with the new deputy PM casting doubt on Australia's ambition to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. The government argues that taking tougher action on emissions would result in job losses, emphasizing the importance of coal and other fossil fuels to the economy. However, there is a growing call for a more open and rational discussion about Australia's best interests, particularly in light of the UN's recommendation to phase out coal by 2030 in OECD countries. In July, the G20 energy and environment ministers were unable to reach an agreement to phase out coal by 2025. Some experts believe that progress could be made at the UN climate talks in Glasgow in November, despite Prime Minister Scott Morrison's reluctance to commit to a timeline for achieving net-zero carbon emissions. While Australia has not yet signed up to the target of net-zero emissions by 2050 like other developed countries, Morrison has indicated that the country will update its emissions projections for 2030 prior to the Glasgow talks. Hart suggested that the Australian government should take advantage of the opportunity to transition to renewable energy sources. He stated that if the world does not quickly stop using coal, climate change will cause extensive damage to the Australian economy, affecting industries such as agriculture, tourism, and services.