On Friday, 28 March 2025 the government assumed a Caretaker role. Some consultations have been deactivated until further notice, in accordance with the Guidance on Caretaker Conventions.

Overview

We are consulting on proposed updates to the Climate Active program to help shape its future direction in the context of a changing landscape for credible voluntary climate action.

The consultation paper sets out proposals to:

  • raise the level of climate ambition and action to get certified

  • better integrate Climate Active with other government climate objectives

  • modernise the program’s operation.

We welcome your views on the proposed updates outlined in the consultation paper.

To have your say:

  • Read the consultation paper

  • Upload a submission via this portal

  • We encourage all submissions to answer each question asked in the consultation paper

  • Where you are answering specific questions, please ensure that you number your comment corresponding to the proposal reference number.

  • Your submission may also provide any other relevant comments.

  • All documents should be provided in a .docx or .PDF format. Submissions should be no longer than 6 pages

Submit your feedback by Friday 15 December 5pm (AEDT).

Your feedback will help ensure the Climate Active program continues to be well-placed to support credible, high integrity voluntary climate action.

Consultations closed

Public consultation on the proposed updates to the Climate Active program is now closed.

Public responses can be viewed on the published submissions page here.

Next steps

We are currently considering possible reforms to Climate Active.

An announcement on program direction is due later in 2024.

Climate Active continues to process certifications in line with the current standard.

Consultation paper

Climate Active Program Direction Consultation 2023 [PDF 370KB] [DOCX 205KB]

Timeline

  • Public consultation open
    closed

    20 October 2023

  • Public consultation closed
    closed

    15 December 2023

  • Implementation
    pending

    From late 2024 onwards

Contact
Climate Active