Sussan Ley’s potential net zero compromise risks tearing the Coalition apart and alienating voters on all sides

The Liberal leader is trying to land a position that pleases everyone – but in doing so may end up with policy that is neither credible nor popular

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Coalition climate and energy policies are always the product of compromise, whereby the aspirations of the remaining climate-conscious MPs are watered down or sacrificed to preserve the internal peace.

Scott Morrison committed to net zero by 2050, but in slogan only, while showering the Nationals with billions of dollars for regional Australia and an extra seat in cabinet.