Are government subsidies undermining conservation efforts in Australia?

Mongabay
Mar 15, 2026, 8:43 pm111 ptsTrending
Australia has long struggled to reconcile its environmental ambitions with the structure of its economy. The country is both a global biodiversity stronghold and a major exporter of resources, agricultural commodities, and energy. A new study led by Paul Elton of the Australian National University suggests that…

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