Towards a gender-responsive net zero policy

Overview

While the Net Zero Interim Report is comprehensive in its economic and environmental scope, it lacks explicit gender analysis, gender-disaggregated data, and targeted measures to ensure that women and underrepresented groups benefit equitably from the net zero transition. 

This needs to be addressed in the final report because: 

• Climate change is a threat multiplier for gender inequality.
• Net zero policy must be gender-responsive to be effective and equitable.
• New Policy Proposals (NPPs) in Federal Government require adequate gender analysis and budgeting.

Our recommendations

• Ensure emissions reduction policies are inclusive and equitable
• Integrate gender responsiveness into energy infrastructure approvals
• Address gendered barriers to climate adaptation and resilience