Humans remain entirely atmosphere dependent, so there is no choice but to respond to extreme climatic behaviour and its many effects.
Peter GarrettWell I'm not convinced that expanding uranium mining is in the best interests of the country and the best interests of its environment.
Peter GarrettI don't blame my own parents for the way I grew up, as quite often there is little choice in these issues.
Peter GarrettI believe that the quantum of our knowledge will increase considerably in the coming years and that scientists will continue to be amongst the brave voices speaking out.
Peter GarrettBut no matter how big the effort to push a propaganda line might be, climate change is bigger. This, undoubtedly and regrettably, is the biggest immediate long-term environmental challenge we face. A failure to concretely come to some policy outcome on climate change has not only a negative environmental impact but also social and economic consequences for us.
Peter Garrett