Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

#	Program	Body	Contribution
1.1	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Program 1.1	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water	This program aims to shape the global response to climate change and achieve Australia's greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets. The department will measure and report on its progress towards the following intended results of the activity
1.1	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Sub-Program 1.1	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
1.2	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Program 1.2	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water	Developing clean energy technology This program aims to support technological innovation in clean and renewable energy to reduce Australia's greenhouse gas emissions
1.2	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Sub-Program 1.2	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
1.3	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Program 1.3	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water	This program aims to lead energy market reform to support investment and market outcomes in the long-term interests of consumers, increase national energy efficiency, and support the security of domestic and international supply chains
1.3	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Sub-Program 1.3	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

#	Program	Body	Contribution
1.1	Australian Competition and Consumer Commission Program 1.1	Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC)	The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission contributes to affordable, reliable, secure and competitive operations of energy markets by monitoring electricity, gas and fuel prices though public reporting, and its authorisation process, which allowed energy companies to cooperate during the COVID-19 pandemic to maintain reliable supply. The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) contributes to the department's Outcome 1 by enforcing laws that promote competition and protect consumers, as well as taking other regulatory and related actions including monitoring and market analysis, determining the terms of access to infrastructure services, and discharging regulatory responsibilities governing energy markets and networks. The AER also enables consumers to make informed choices about their energy supplier, including through setting the Default Market Offer and the Energy Made Easy price comparator website. The AER works collaboratively with the department on the development, implementation and monitoring of energy market policy - including by supporting and facilitating the work of Energy Ministers in developing electricity, gas and retail rules which the AER is responsible for enforcing.
1.2	Australian Competition and Consumer Commission Program 1.2	Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC)	The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission contributes to affordable, reliable, secure and competitive operations of energy markets by monitoring electricity, gas and fuel prices though public reporting, and its authorisation process, which allowed energy companies to cooperate during the COVID-19 pandemic to maintain reliable supply. The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) contributes to the department's Outcome 1 by enforcing laws that promote competition and protect consumers, as well as taking other regulatory and related actions including monitoring and market analysis, determining the terms of access to infrastructure services, and discharging regulatory responsibilities governing energy markets and networks. The AER also enables consumers to make informed choices about their energy supplier, including through setting the Default Market Offer and the Energy Made Easy price comparator website. The AER works collaboratively with the department on the development, implementation and monitoring of energy market policy - including by supporting and facilitating the work of Energy Ministers in developing electricity, gas and retail rules which the AER is responsible for enforcing.
1.1	Australian Renewable Energy Agency Program 1.1	Australian Renewable Energy Agency	The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) contributes to Outcome 1 by providing financial assistance and sharing knowledge to: support improvements in the competitiveness of renewable energy and enabling technologies; increase the supply of renewable energy in Australia; and facilitate the achievement of Australia's greenhouse gas emissions targets. Continued on following page Linked programs
1.1	Australian Taxation Office Program 1.1	Australian Taxation Office	The Australian Taxation Office administers the Carbon Sink Forest Tax measure, which makes a tax deduction available to carbon sequestration tree-planting projects. This contributes to reducing Australia's greenhouse gas emissions.
1.1	Bureau of Meteorology Program 1.1	Bureau of Meteorology	The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) works collaboratively with the department to provide weather, climate and water modelling and information, including to support priority investment areas and research needs for nationally significant infrastructure. BOM is a partner in the Climate Systems Hub in the National Environmental Science Program.
1.1	Clean Energy Finance Corporation Program 1.1	Clean Energy Finance Corporation	The Clean Energy Finance Corporation contributes to Outcome 1 by facilitating increased flows of finance into the clean energy sector. Continued on following page Linked programs
1.1	Clean Energy Regulator Program 1.1	Clean Energy Regulator	The Clean Energy Regulator (CER) is the delivery agency and regulator for the Emissions Reduction Fund, the Renewable Energy Target, the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Scheme and the Australian National Registry of Emissions Units. CER works collaboratively with the department to understand the impacts of regulatory activity on the market.
1.1	Climate Change Authority Program 1.1	Climate Change Authority	The Climate Change Authority supports the department in the transition of Australia's economy to net-zero emissions by 2050 by providing independent, evidence-based climate change policy advice.
1.1	Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Program 1.1	Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade	The department leads international climate change negotiations for the Government under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) leads on Australia's climate diplomacy, and our $2 billion (2020-25) climate finance commitment including by integrating climate considerations throughout Australia's development program. DFAT also delivers a number of Australian Government funded climate investments that support developing countries to build resilience and take action on climate change. Program examples include: Climate Resilient by Nature, the Australian Climate Finance Partnership, and the Pacific Blue Carbon Program. DFAT leads on Australia's engagement with the Global Environment Facility and supports the department on international environmental matters including biodiversity, world heritage, coral reefs, oceans and plastic pollution. DFAT provides diplomatic support to the department on matters relating to compliance with the International Energy Agency treaty. DFAT and the department also collaborate on promotion of Australian expertise in energy market regulation and operation. Continued on following page Linked programs
1.2	Department of Home Affairs Program 1.2	Department of Home Affairs	The Department of Home Affairs (Home Affairs) and the department work collaboratively on the operation of energy markets through the implementation and enforcement of the Australian Domestic Gas Security Mechanism. Home Affairs helps manage risks to Australia's critical energy infrastructure by administering critical infrastructure security legislation, and by engaging with critical infrastructure owners and operators on security issues.
3.2	Department of Home Affairs Program 3.2	Department of Home Affairs	The Department of Home Affairs (Home Affairs) and the department work collaboratively on the operation of energy markets through the implementation and enforcement of the Australian Domestic Gas Security Mechanism. Home Affairs helps manage risks to Australia's critical energy infrastructure by administering critical infrastructure security legislation, and by engaging with critical infrastructure owners and operators on security issues.
1.1	Department of the Treasury Program 1.1	Department of the Treasury	In response to the Productivity Commission's Inquiry into Data Availability and Use, the Department of the Treasury (Treasury) supports the operations of energy markets through the development and implementation of a consumer data right, creating legal and governance frameworks to support consumer access to energy data, which will promote new energy services, competition and innovation. The Treasury also supports the ongoing implementation of Commonwealth energy market policies, including the Default Market Offer and Big Stick Legislation.

Outcome #1: Support the transition of Australia's economy to net-zero emissions by 2050; transition energy to support net zero while maintaining security, reliability and affordability; support actions to promote adaptation and strengthen resilience of Australia's economy, society and environment; and take a leadership role internationally in responding to climate change

#	Program	Body	Contribution
1.1	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Program 1.1	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water	Reduce Australia's greenhouse gas emissionsShape the global response to climate change and achieve Australia's greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets
1.2	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water 1.2	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water	Support reliable, secure and affordable energyLead energy market reform to support investment and market outcomes in the long-term interests of consumers, increase national energy efficiency, and support the security of domestic and international supply chains

#	Program	Body	Contribution
1.1	Australian Competition and Consumer Commission Program 1.1	Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC)	The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission contributes to the reliable, secure and competitive operations of energy markets by monitoring electricity, gas and fuel prices through public reporting, and its authorisation process, which allowed the Australian Energy Market Operator to facilitate cooperation with energy companies during the COVID-19 pandemic to respond to any significant issues to maintain reliable supply. The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) contributes to the department's Outcome 1 by enforcing laws that promote competition and protect consumers, as well as taking other regulatory and related actions including monitoring and market analysis, determining the terms of access to infrastructure services, and discharging regulatory responsibilities governing energy markets and networks. The AER also enables consumers to make informed choices about their energy supplier, including through setting the Default Market Offer and the Energy Made Easy price comparator website. The AER works collaboratively with the department on the development, implementation and monitoring of energy market policy - including by supporting and facilitating the work of Energy Ministers in developing electricity, gas and retail rules which the AER is responsible for enforcing. Continued on following page
1.2	Australian Competition and Consumer Commission Program 1.2	Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC)	The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission contributes to the reliable, secure and competitive operations of energy markets by monitoring electricity, gas and fuel prices through public reporting, and its authorisation process, which allowed the Australian Energy Market Operator to facilitate cooperation with energy companies during the COVID-19 pandemic to respond to any significant issues to maintain reliable supply. The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) contributes to the department's Outcome 1 by enforcing laws that promote competition and protect consumers, as well as taking other regulatory and related actions including monitoring and market analysis, determining the terms of access to infrastructure services, and discharging regulatory responsibilities governing energy markets and networks. The AER also enables consumers to make informed choices about their energy supplier, including through setting the Default Market Offer and the Energy Made Easy price comparator website. The AER works collaboratively with the department on the development, implementation and monitoring of energy market policy - including by supporting and facilitating the work of Energy Ministers in developing electricity, gas and retail rules which the AER is responsible for enforcing. Continued on following page
1.1	Australian Renewable Energy Agency Program 1.1	Australian Renewable Energy Agency	The Australian Renewable Energy Agency contributes to Outcome 1 by providing financial assistance and sharing knowledge to: support improvements in the competitiveness of renewable energy and enabling technologies; increase the supply of renewable energy in Australia; and facilitate the achievement of Australia's greenhouse gas emissions targets.
1.1	Australian Taxation Office Program 1.1	Australian Taxation Office	The Australian Taxation Office administers the Carbon Sink Forest Tax measure, which makes a tax deduction available to carbon sequestration tree-planting projects. This contributes to reducing Australia's greenhouse gas emissions.
1.1	Bureau of Meteorology Program 1.1	Bureau of Meteorology	The Bureau of Meteorology (the Bureau) works collaboratively with the department to provide weather, climate and water modelling and information, including to support priority investment areas and research needs for nationally significant infrastructure. The Bureau is a partner in the Climate Systems Hub in the National Environmental Science Program. Continued on following page
1.1	Clean Energy Finance Corporation Program 1.1	Clean Energy Finance Corporation	The Clean Energy Finance Corporation contributes to Outcome 1 by facilitating increased flows of finance into the clean energy sector and facilitating the achievement of Australia's greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets, and in providing financial support in aid of the Rewiring the Nation policy measure.
1.1	Clean Energy Regulator Program 1.1	Clean Energy Regulator	The Clean Energy Regulator (CER) is the delivery agency and regulator for an Australian Carbon Credit Unit Scheme, the Renewable Energy Target, the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Scheme and the Australian National Registry of Emissions Units. CER works collaboratively with the department to understand the impacts of regulatory activity on the market. Continued on following page
1.1	Climate Change Authority Program 1.1	Climate Change Authority	The Climate Change Authority supports the department in the transition of Australia's economy to net zero emissions by 2050 by providing independent, evidence-based climate change policy advice.
1.1	Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Program 1.1	Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade	The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) leads international climate diplomacy and implementation of Australia's $2 billion (2020-25) climate finance commitment including by integrating climate considerations throughout Australia's development program and coordinating Australia Awards Climate Change Short Courses. DFAT also delivers a number of Australian Government funded climate investments that support developing countries to build resilience and take action on climate change. Program examples include: Climate Resilient by Nature, the Australian Climate Finance Partnership, and the Pacific Blue Carbon Program. DFAT leads on Australia's engagement with the Global Environment Facility and supports the department on international environmental matters including biodiversity, world heritage, coral reefs, oceans and plastic pollution. DFAT provides diplomatic support to the department on matters relating to compliance with the International Energy Agency treaty. DFAT and the department also collaborate on promotion of Australian expertise in energy market regulation and operation. Continued on following page
1.2	Department of Home Affairs Program 1.2	Department of Home Affairs	The Department of Home Affairs (Home Affairs) and the department work collaboratively on the operation of energy markets through the implementation and enforcement of the Australian Domestic Gas Security Mechanism. Home Affairs helps manage risks to Australia's critical energy infrastructure by administering critical infrastructure security legislation, and by engaging with critical infrastructure owners and operators on security issues.
3.2	Department of Home Affairs Program 3.2	Department of Home Affairs	The Department of Home Affairs (Home Affairs) and the department work collaboratively on the operation of energy markets through the implementation and enforcement of the Australian Domestic Gas Security Mechanism. Home Affairs helps manage risks to Australia's critical energy infrastructure by administering critical infrastructure security legislation, and by engaging with critical infrastructure owners and operators on security issues.
1.1	Department of Industry, Science and Resources Program 1.1	Department of Industry, Science and Resources	The Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) supports the transition to net-zero, through the Resources Methane Abatement Fund, Greenhouse Gas Storage Acreage Release, Major Projects Facilitation Agency and the Buy Australian Plan. The National Reconstruction Fund will mobilise investment across the priority areas of the Australian economy, including renewables and low emissions technology, for which up to $3 billion in investment has been earmarked. Through the National Measurement Institute, DISR provides measurement services to support the emerging clean energy industries of hydrogen and renewable gases, as well as the uptake of renewables and new electricity infrastructure.
1.2	Department of Industry, Science and Resources Program 1.2	Department of Industry, Science and Resources	The Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) supports the transition to net-zero, through the Resources Methane Abatement Fund, Greenhouse Gas Storage Acreage Release, Major Projects Facilitation Agency and the Buy Australian Plan. The National Reconstruction Fund will mobilise investment across the priority areas of the Australian economy, including renewables and low emissions technology, for which up to $3 billion in investment has been earmarked. Through the National Measurement Institute, DISR provides measurement services to support the emerging clean energy industries of hydrogen and renewable gases, as well as the uptake of renewables and new electricity infrastructure.
1.3	Department of Industry, Science and Resources Program 1.3	Department of Industry, Science and Resources	The Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) supports the transition to net-zero, through the Resources Methane Abatement Fund, Greenhouse Gas Storage Acreage Release, Major Projects Facilitation Agency and the Buy Australian Plan. The National Reconstruction Fund will mobilise investment across the priority areas of the Australian economy, including renewables and low emissions technology, for which up to $3 billion in investment has been earmarked. Through the National Measurement Institute, DISR provides measurement services to support the emerging clean energy industries of hydrogen and renewable gases, as well as the uptake of renewables and new electricity infrastructure.
1.1	Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet Program 1.1	Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet	The Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, through the National Net Zero Authority, work with the department to promote the orderly and positive economic transformation associated with achieving net zero emissions.
1.1	Department of the Treasury Program 1.1	Department of the Treasury	In response to the Productivity Commission's Inquiry into Data Availability and Use, the Department of the Treasury (Treasury) supports the operations of energy markets through the development and implementation of the Consumer Data Right (CDR), creating legal and governance frameworks to support consumer access to energy data, which will promote new energy services, competition and innovation. Consumer data sharing implementation in the CDR commenced in the energy sector in November 2022. The Australian Energy Regulator is a designated data holder for product data in CDR energy. The Treasury also supports the ongoing implementation of Commonwealth energy market policies, including ongoing gas and electricity market inquiries and implementation of the mandatory gas code of conduct, and is rebuilding its climate modelling capability to help guide economic policy decisions and ensure these enable an efficient approach to reaching net zero.
1.4	Department of the Treasury 1.4	Department of the Treasury	In response to the Productivity Commission's Inquiry into Data Availability and Use, the Department of the Treasury (Treasury) supports the operations of energy markets through the development and implementation of the Consumer Data Right (CDR), creating legal and governance frameworks to support consumer access to energy data, which will promote new energy services, competition and innovation. Consumer data sharing implementation in the CDR commenced in the energy sector in November 2022. The Australian Energy Regulator is a designated data holder for product data in CDR energy. The Treasury also supports the ongoing implementation of Commonwealth energy market policies, including ongoing gas and electricity market inquiries and implementation of the mandatory gas code of conduct, and is rebuilding its climate modelling capability to help guide economic policy decisions and ensure these enable an efficient approach to reaching net zero.

Outcome #2: Conserve, protect and sustainably manage our natural resources including through a nature positive approach; protect and conserve our natural and cultural heritage; reduce and regulate the use of pollutants and hazardous substances; and take a leadership role on these issues internationally

#	Program	Body	Contribution
2.1	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Program 2.1	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water	- Conserve, protect and sustainably manage Australia's environment through a nature positive approachActively repair and regenerate our natural environment and play a pivotal role in protecting and sustaining Australia's environment
2.2	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water 2.2	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water	Protect Australia's cultural, historic and First Nations heritageProtect and sustainably manage Australia's natural, historic and Indigenous heritage places for future generations. The package spans four key areas of Australia's oceans management: * implementing on-ground actions to support Australian Marine Parks * expand the Indigenous Protected Areas into Sea Country * restore blue carbon ecosystems * protect iconic marine species
2.3	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Program 2.3	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water	Accelerate the transition to a circular economy, while safely managing pollutants and hazardous substancesHelp Australia transition to a circular economy, tackle the waste crisis, and reduce the impact of harmful chemicals

Outcome #2: Conserve, protect and sustainably manage Australia's biodiversity, ecosystems, environment and heritage through research, information management, supporting natural resource management, establishing and managing Commonwealth protected areas, and reducing and regulating the use of pollutants and hazardous substances.

#	Program	Body	Contribution
2.1	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Sub-Program 2.1	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
2.1	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Program 2.1	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water	Tracking change in the condition, connectivity and extent of habitats is important to determine the effectiveness of policy, regulatory and program interventions to improve native ecosystems, and the species they support.
2.2	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Program 2.2	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water	Environmental economic accounting helps people understand the condition of their environment and its relationship to the economy. Australia's environment contributes to the economy through the provision of clean water and air, fresh food, fibre, mineral resources, timber and a place for recreation.
2.2	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Sub-Program 2.2	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
2.3	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Sub-Program 2.3	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
2.3	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Program 2.3	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water	We work through the Commonwealth Environmental Water Office to deliver water for the environment in the Murray-Darling Basin. The delivery of environmental water is used to help keep rivers healthy so they can continue to sustain healthy communities.
2.4	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Sub-Program 2.4	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
2.4	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Program 2.4	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water	The oceans leadership package is representative of how the department manages significant environmental areas.
2.5	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Program 2.5	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water	The Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act) is the Australian Government's central piece of environmental legislation. It provides a legal framework to protect and manage nationally and internationally important flora, fauna, ecological communities and heritage places defined in the Act as matters of national environmental significance.
2.5	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Sub-Program 2.5	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
2.6	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Program 2.6	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water	Waste volume is an indicator of environmental pressures and waste reduction is one of the key outcomes of the National Waste Policy Action Plan.
2.6	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Sub-Program 2.6	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

#	Program	Body	Contribution
1.1	Australian Fisheries Management Authority Program 1.1	Australian Fisheries Management Authority	The department and the Australian Fisheries Management Authority sustainably manage Commonwealth fisheries.
1.9	Australian Taxation Office Program 1.9	Australian Taxation Office	The Australian Taxation Office administers the Product Stewardship for Oil program on behalf of the department by providing incentives to increase used oil recycling and encourage environmentally sustainable management and re-refining of used oil and its re-use. Continued on following page Linked programs
1.1	Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre Program 1.1	Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC)	Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre and the department identify and disrupt illegal wildlife trade.
1.1	Bureau of Meteorology Program 1.1	Bureau of Meteorology	The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) is a partner in the Climate System Hub in the National Environmental Science Program. BOM also provides weather, climate and water modelling and information to the department.
1.1	Clean Energy Finance Corporation Program 1.1	Clean Energy Finance Corporation	The department has responsibility for policies that reduce waste and increase domestic recycling capacity. The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) contributes to these polices by making available funding to the Clean Energy Innovation Fund and Reef Funding Program. Through the Australian Recycling Investment Fund, CEFC provides flows of finance into clean energy technologies that support the recycling of waste, in particular wastes that are - or by 1 July 2024 will be - banned for export. Continued on following page Linked programs
2.5	Department of Defence Program 2.5 Navy Capabilities	Department of Defence	The Department of Defence actively participates in forums and initiatives led by the department to ensure alignment with national approaches for the effective and efficient management of environmental factors. Continued on following page Linked programs
2.7	Department of Defence Program 2.7 Air Force Capabilities	Department of Defence	The Department of Defence actively participates in forums and initiatives led by the department to ensure alignment with national approaches for the effective and efficient management of environmental factors. Continued on following page Linked programs
2.10	Department of Defence Program 2.10 Security and Estate	Department of Defence	The Department of Defence actively participates in forums and initiatives led by the department to ensure alignment with national approaches for the effective and efficient management of environmental factors. Continued on following page Linked programs
1.1	Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Program 1.1	Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade	The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) supports the department on matters relating to the protection and conservation of coral reefs globally. This draws on Australian expertise in coral reef science and management, particularly from the Great Barrier Reef. The department receives funding from DFAT for several international engagement activities. The department, with engagement from DFAT, is the lead agency for Australia's engagement in the High-level Panel for a Sustainable Ocean Economy. The department works with Australia's Ambassador to United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) and Australia's Ambassador for the Environment in support of Australia's membership of the World Heritage Committee. DFAT supports promotion internationally of Australia's work on nature-based solutions, including through Indigenous fire/land management knowledge sharing.
1.2	Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Program 1.2	Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade	The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) supports the department on matters relating to the protection and conservation of coral reefs globally. This draws on Australian expertise in coral reef science and management, particularly from the Great Barrier Reef. The department receives funding from DFAT for several international engagement activities. The department, with engagement from DFAT, is the lead agency for Australia's engagement in the High-level Panel for a Sustainable Ocean Economy. The department works with Australia's Ambassador to United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) and Australia's Ambassador for the Environment in support of Australia's membership of the World Heritage Committee. DFAT supports promotion internationally of Australia's work on nature-based solutions, including through Indigenous fire/land management knowledge sharing.
1.8	Department of Health and Aged Care Program 1.8	Department of Health and Aged Care	The department and the Department of Health work together to manage policy and regulatory issues that have combined human and environmental health implications.
3.2	Department of Home Affairs Program 3.2	Department of Home Affairs	The department and the Department of Home Affairs work together to prevent the illegal wildlife trade, control transboundary movements of hazardous wastes and their disposal and share information on imports of products subject to air quality standards. Continued on following page Linked programs
3.4	Department of Home Affairs Program 3.4	Department of Home Affairs	The department and the Department of Home Affairs work together to prevent the illegal wildlife trade, control transboundary movements of hazardous wastes and their disposal and share information on imports of products subject to air quality standards. Continued on following page Linked programs
1.1	Department of Industry, Science and Resources Program 1.1	Department of Industry, Science and Resources	The department works collaboratively with the Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) on science and research priorities for a resilient Great Barrier Reef. The department provides advice to DISR to ensure the ongoing protection of the Alligator Rivers Region from impacts of mining uranium at Ranger mine. DISR also works collaboratively with the department to support manufacturers in renewables and low-emissions technologies, and with critical supply chain disruptions in the water and energy sectors. Through the National Measurement Institute, the department accesses analytical laboratory solutions and expertise to support environmental services.
1.3	Department of Industry, Science and Resources Program 1.3	Department of Industry, Science and Resources	The department works collaboratively with the Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) on science and research priorities for a resilient Great Barrier Reef. The department provides advice to DISR to ensure the ongoing protection of the Alligator Rivers Region from impacts of mining uranium at Ranger mine. DISR also works collaboratively with the department to support manufacturers in renewables and low-emissions technologies, and with critical supply chain disruptions in the water and energy sectors. Through the National Measurement Institute, the department accesses analytical laboratory solutions and expertise to support environmental services.
3.3	Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts Program 3.3	Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts	The department supports the Government's cities agenda led by the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications (Infrastructure), including through the delivery of commitments under the Launceston, Western Sydney, Perth, Hobart and South East Queensland City Deals; strategic assessments under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act); streamlining of environmental approvals processes to reduce assessment timeframes; establishment of recycling infrastructure to support the development of a recyclables market; and national approaches to managing waste and hazardous substances and air quality in cities. Continued on following page Linked programs
1.9	Department of the Treasury Program 1.9	Department of the Treasury	The Department of the Treasury contributes to Outcome 2 by making payments through the Federation Funding Agreements framework on behalf of the department.
1.1	Director of National Parks Program 1.1	Director of National Parks	The department and the Director of National Parks (DNP) work together to set policy directions for science, heritage and species management in Commonwealth managed marine and terrestrial reserves. The department works with DNP to transition Jabiru township from a mining to tourism-based economy.
1.1	Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority Program 1.1	Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority	The department and the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority work together on heritage management, environment health, species conservation and fisheries management as well as joint implementation of the Reef 2050 Plan to protect, restore and manage the Great Barrier Reef. Continued on following page Linked programs
1.1	Murray-Darling Basin Authority Program 1.1	Murray-Darling Basin Authority	The department and the Murray-Darling Basin Authority work together on implementation of the Basin Plan, operation of the River Murray System, shared natural resource management programs, research, information, advice and Basin Plan reporting obligations, all of which contribute to the management of Commonwealth environmental water.
1.1	National Indigenous Australians Agency Program 1.1	National Indigenous Australians Agency	The department and the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA) work together to provide opportunities for First Nations communities and land managers to engage with the National Landcare Program. The department and the NIAA work cooperatively on the Indigenous Protected Areas Program, the Murray-Darling Basin Indigenous River Rangers Program and on First Nations-led measures to deliver Reef Plan 2050 outcomes.
1.1	Sydney Harbour Federation Trust Program 1.1	Sydney Harbour Federation Trust	The department and the Sydney Harbour Federation Trust (SHFT) collaborate through engagement on policy direction and site management to protect and enhance the natural and cultural heritage of SHFT land and maximise public access and enjoyment of its sites.

Outcome #3: Advance Australia's environmental, scientific, strategic and economic interests in the Antarctic region by protecting, researching and administering the region, including through international engagement

#	Program	Body	Contribution
3.1	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water 3.1	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water	Contribute to Australia's national Antarctic interests through science, environmental management and international engagement, including delivering Australia's scientific research and operations in Antarctica and the Southern OceanOur Australian Antarctic Division delivers Australia's commitment to conserving the Antarctic environmentWe also deliver Australia's scientific research and operations in Antarctica and the Southern Ocean

#	Program	Body	Contribution
1.2	Australian Research Council Program 1.2	Australian Research Council	The Australian Research Council (ARC) is responsible for the management of the Special Research Initiative in Excellence in Antarctic Science. The department is responsible for the Australian Antarctic Program. As these two programs support the Australian Antarctic Science Strategic Plan, ARC and the department work together to ensure effective delivery of these initiatives.
1.1	Bureau of Meteorology Program 1.1	Bureau of Meteorology	The Bureau of Meteorology (the Bureau) provides meteorological and related services in support of the Australian Antarctic Program under a memorandum of understanding. There are also joint science projects underway between the Bureau and the Australian Antarctic Division.
2.5	Department of Defence Program 2.5 Navy Capabilities	Department of Defence	The Department of Defence provides a range of logistics support services and advice to the Australian Antarctic Program, including air and sealift capability to supplement existing arrangements in the delivery of cargo and contributing to aeromedical emergency responses in the region.
2.7	Department of Defence Program 2.7 Air Force Capabilities	Department of Defence	The Department of Defence provides a range of logistics support services and advice to the Australian Antarctic Program, including air and sealift capability to supplement existing arrangements in the delivery of cargo and contributing to aeromedical emergency responses in the region.
1.1	Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Program 1.1	Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade	The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade leads, in cooperation with the department, a whole-of-government approach to Antarctic policy development and international relations, including through the Antarctic Treaty System.
1.1	Department of Industry, Science and Resources Program 1.1	Department of Industry, Science and Resources	The Department of Industry, Science and Resources works collaboratively with the department on the Australian Antarctic Science Council as part of the Australian Antarctic Program.
1.2	Department of Industry, Science and Resources Program 1.2	Department of Industry, Science and Resources	The Department of Industry, Science and Resources works collaboratively with the department on the Australian Antarctic Science Council as part of the Australian Antarctic Program.
1	Geoscience Australia Program 1	Geoscience Australia	Geoscience Australia undertakes research, mapping and monitoring in the Australian Antarctic Territory, as part of the Australian Antarctic Program.
1	National Offshore Petroleum Safety and Environmental Management Authority Program 1	National Offshore Petroleum Safety and Environmental Management Authority (NOPSEMA)	The National Offshore Petroleum Safety and Environmental Management Authority contributes to Outcome 3 through working collaboratively with the Australian Antarctic Division to pursue improved whale detection measures via the Business Research and Innovation Initiative. The whale detection technologies being developed through this program are likely to benefit scientific surveys in the Antarctic region.

Outcome #3: Advance Australia's strategic, scientific, environmental and economic interests in the Antarctic region by protecting, administering and researching the region.

#	Program	Body	Contribution
3.1	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Program 3.1	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water	Our Australian Antarctic Division delivers Australia's commitment to conserving the Antarctic environment. We also deliver Australia's scientific research and operations in Antarctica and the Southern Ocean.

#	Program	Body	Contribution
1.2	Australian Research Council Program 1.2	Australian Research Council	The Australian Research Council (ARC) is responsible for the management of the Special Research Initiative in Excellence in Antarctic Science. The department is responsible for the Australian Antarctic program. As these two programs support the Australian Antarctic Science Strategic Plan 2011-12 to 2020-21, ARC and the department work together to ensure effective delivery of these initiatives.
1.1	Bureau of Meteorology Program 1.1	Bureau of Meteorology	The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) provides meteorological and related services in support of the Australian Antarctic program under a memorandum of understanding. There are also joint science projects underway between the BOM and the Australian Antarctic Division.
2.5	Department of Defence Program 2.5 Navy Capabilities	Department of Defence	The Department of Defence provides a range of logistics support services and advice to the Australian Antarctic program, including air and sealift capability to supplement existing arrangements in the delivery of cargo and contributing to aeromedical emergency responses in the region.
2.7	Department of Defence Program 2.7 Air Force Capabilities	Department of Defence	The Department of Defence provides a range of logistics support services and advice to the Australian Antarctic program, including air and sealift capability to supplement existing arrangements in the delivery of cargo and contributing to aeromedical emergency responses in the region.
1.1	Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Program 1.1	Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade	The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade leads, in cooperation with the department, a whole-of-government approach to Antarctic policy development and international relations, including through the Antarctic Treaty System.
1.1	Department of Industry, Science and Resources Program 1.1	Department of Industry, Science and Resources	As part of the Australian Antarctic Program, the department works collaboratively with the department of Industry, Science and Resources on the Australian Antarctic Science Council.

Outcome #4: Improve the health of rivers and wetlands and enhance the sustainable, efficient and productive use of Australia's water resources

#	Program	Body	Contribution
4.1	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Program 4.1	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water	Protect, restore and sustainably manage Australia's water resourcesMuch of our work under the Murray-Darling Basin Plan relates to supporting the recovery of water. This maintains river health and associated impacts such as biodiversity and water quality

#	Program	Body	Contribution
1.1	Bureau of Meteorology Program 1.1	Bureau of Meteorology	The Bureau of Meteorology's water information services inform Commonwealth water planning and decision making in relation to water resource availability.
1.4	Department of the Treasury 1.4	Department of the Treasury	The Department of the Treasury contributes to Outcome 4 by making payments through the Federation Funding Agreements framework on behalf of the department.
1.1	Murray-Darling Basin Authority Program 1.1	Murray-Darling Basin Authority	The department and the Murray-Darling Basin Authority work collaboratively to implement the Murray-Darling Basin Plan and the Intergovernmental Agreement on Murray-Darling Basin Reform.

Outcome #4: Improve the health of rivers and freshwater ecosystems and water use efficiency through implementing water reforms, and ensuring enhanced sustainability, efficiency and productivity in the management and use of water resources.

#	Program	Body	Contribution
4.1	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Sub-Program 4.1	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
4.1	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Program 4.1	Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water	Much of our work under the Murray-Darling Basin Plan relates to supporting the recovery of water. This maintains river health and associated impacts such as biodiversity and water quality.

#	Program	Body	Contribution
1.1	Bureau of Meteorology Program 1.1	Bureau of Meteorology	The Bureau of Meteorology's water information services inform Commonwealth water planning and decision making in relation to water resource availability.
1.9	Department of the Treasury Program 1.9	Department of the Treasury	The Department of the Treasury contributes to Outcome 4 by making payments through the Federation Funding Agreements framework on behalf of the department.
1.1	Murray-Darling Basin Authority Program 1.1	Murray-Darling Basin Authority	The department and the Murray-Darling Basin Authority work collaboratively to implement the Murray-Darling Basin Plan and the Intergovernmental Agreement on Murray-Darling Basin Reform.

Key	Description
GGS	General Government Sector (GGS) - All Commonwealth entities and Commonwealth companies are part of the GGS unless stipulated by a GFS classification below.
F	Public Financial Corporation
T	Public Non-financial Corporation (Trading)

Key	Description
℗	Subject to the requirements of the Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs). All non-corporate Commonwealth entities are subject to the CPRs.
X	Entities that are exempt, or partially exempt, from government policy orders (section 22 of the PGPA Act).

Key	Description
B	Prescribed as Government Business Enterprises under the PGPA Rule.
E	Executive Agency, through an Order made by the Governor General, under subsection 65(1) of the Public Service Act 1999
HC	The Attorney-General’s portfolio includes the High Court of Australia, which is part of the Commonwealth, is an “agency” named in the annual Appropriation Acts and is in the “General Government Sector”. However, it is not a Commonwealth entity under the PGPA Act, due to its status under its enabling legislation, which also sets its employment framework.
I	Inter-jurisdictional entities in nature (interacts with State, Territory or foreign governments)
M	Material entities and companies (comprising 99% of revenues, expenses, assets and liabilities of the total General Government Sector). All Departments of State are considered material in nature.
R	Corporate Commonwealth entities established by regulation under an Act and/or by a rule under the PGPA Act.
*	3 entities have a body corporate status but are prescribed as noncorporate Commonwealth entities

Key	Description
PS Act	Officials are taken to be employed under Public Service Act 1999.
^	Entities that do not engage staff under the PS Act.
#	Entities can engage officials under enabling legislation as well as PS Act. These include Defence entities under the Defence Act 1903.
▲	Has officials employed under the Parliamentary Service Act 1999.

Key	Description
	Non-corporate Commonwealth entity is a Commonwealth entity that is not a body corporate.*
	Corporate Commonwealth entity is a Commonwealth entity that is a body corporate.*
	A Commonwealth company is a Corporations Act 2001 company that the Commonwealth controls.

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