The Tasmanian Government has released its response to the 2024 State of the Environment Report.
The Government response recognises the breadth and scope of the Report, and thanks the Tasmanian Planning Commission and the many individuals who helped to produce the Report.
Minister for the Environment, Madeleine Ogilvie, said the Government's response provides a clear path towards an even more sustainable Tasmania.
"This response demonstrates the commitment of the Government to the Tasmanian environment, highlighting the many ways in which we are acting to protect and support our unique environment through our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania's Future," Minister Ogilvie said.
"We are seeking to enable greater collaboration between key partners, like our NRMs, as part of our existing strategy for Tasmania's environment as we work towards our common goal of a more sustainable Tasmania.
"Our long term strategy for the environment portfolio is mature, based on science and the best available expert advice. It delivers results and prioritises data gathering for future decision making.
"Work has already begun on emerging issues and our Government will build on current efforts to sustainably support the environment, the research sector and the broader economy.
The response provides a framework, committing to four key priorities:
The response will be tabled in Parliament during the first sittings of the 2025 Parliament year. The resourcing for future initiatives will be considered in the 2025-26 State Budget process.
The response is available on the NRE Tas website at https://nre.tas.gov.au/environment/environmental-policy/state-of-the-environment-report-2024-government-response
