The Climate Change Authority has welcomed the introduction of “substantial” policies by the Albanese government but warns more work must be done to reach emissions targets.

Australia’s government said it is on track to meet its emissions cut targets by 2030, despite earlier concerns that the renewable energy rollout across the country wasn’t moving fast enough to meet the legislated goals.

Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen has all but declared mission accomplished in meeting Australia’s emissions target.

Australia is on track to reach the Albanese government’s 43% emissions reduction target by 2030, according to the most recent analysis by the Climate Change department. The analysis shows Australian emissions are projected to be 42.