Recent updates
Our Engagement Summary Report 2025 published
This report provides an overview of the feedback we received from over 200 submissions, roundtables and meetings with individuals, businesses and stakeholders across NSW.
Nick Rowley’s inaugural keynote as commission Chair
Opening the UNSW Institute for Climate Risk & Response Industry Forum on 23 October 2025, our Chair called for a more enduring approach to climate policy. One built on continuity, collaboration and courage.
Meet the new Chair of the Net Zero Commission
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Nick Rowley as Chair of the Net Zero Commission. Nick brings more than 25 years of experience advising and leading on environment and climate policy in Australia, the UK and internationally.
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The Net Zero Commission has launched a public call for evidence to inform the development of the first NSW-specific decarbonisation pathway scenarios (pathways).
If the world gets on track for net zero by 2050, the NSW economy would be nearly $800 billion better off in total over the next 50 years.
As extreme heat intensifies across the state, urgent action is needed including improved governance and planning, and housing and workplace protections