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Australian Shire Demands Fossil Fuel Firms Pay for Climate Disasters

First article: 26 mar. 2026, 07:30 | Last update: 26 mar. 2026, 07:30 | 1 source | 1 article

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The fire-ravaged shire in Australia is seeking to hold fossil fuel companies accountable for the escalating costs associated with climate disasters. This move reflects increasing frustration among communities facing the direct consequences of climate change, such as more frequent and intense bushfires. The demand aims to shift the financial burden of disaster recovery and prevention onto the companies whose activities are seen as major contributors to the problem.

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Fire-ravaged shire demands fossil fuel companies foot climate disaster bill Foto: ABC Australia
ABC Australia 26 mar. 2026, 07:30 (4 hours ago)

Fire-ravaged shire demands fossil fuel companies foot climate disaster bill

A Victorian council still cleaning up after a bushfire that wiped out more than 50 homes and businesses wants fossil fuel companies to pay for climate disaster recovery.

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