13Simplified outline of this Part

13  Simplified outline of this Part

This Part establishes the Net Zero Economy Authority.

The Authority consists of the Board, the CEO and the staff of the Authority.

The Authority’s functions include:

 (a) consulting and cooperating with persons, organisations and governments to support Australia’s transition to a net zero emissions economy; and

 (b) facilitating public and private sector participation and investment in net zero transformation initiatives, including referring matters to specialist investment vehicles and other entities; and

 (c) supporting workers in emissions‑intensive industries to access new employment or improve their employment prospects; and

 (d) supporting and delivering educational and promotional initiatives to promote an understanding of, and encourage participation in, Australia’s transition to a net zero emissions economy.

The Authority may perform its functions within and outside Australia.