When it comes to climate change and the environment, it's important to close the year recognising the efforts and achievements of nations around the globe, including Australia; the ingenuity of entrepreneurs, companies and scientists; the leadership of policymakers; and the great work of not for profits, universities, charities and communities. Optimism, bipartisanship and collaboration are essential to reduce global emissions. There's a bumpy road ahead but we are heading in the right direction.

Read our CEO's end of year message published by The Spectator HERE