A COALITION of environmental groups has increased its climate change campaign leading up to the federal election after it said the government and opposition have no plans to address the issue.
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School Strike 4 Climate, Stop Adani Wagga and the Australian Youth Climate Coalition held a national day of action outside Riverina MP Michael McCormack's office on Friday.
The event allowed attendees to sign and drop letters at Mr McCormack's office to commit to climate actions: stop Adani, have no new fossil fuels and commit to 100 per cent of renewables by 2030.
Neil Harris, coordinator for Stop Adani Wagga, said they hope this event makes more Riverina residents recognise the effects of Adani.
"While it has effects in Queensland, it also has effects on the Great Artesian Basin and because it could close down sections of the basin, that has effects farther downstream," Mr Harris said.
"So there are water issues in the Riverina.
"The second thing is that by increasing the amount of coal, it increases the chances of climate change events.
"In the Riverina, that means you've got warmer weather, you've got longer heatwaves and less rain."
The environmental groups will also hold similar events outside the other federal candidates' offices before the election.
In attendance were also Celia Connor and her 12-year-old daughter, Olwyn.
Ms Connor said she has always been committed to environmental issues because she was worried about her children's future.
"I don't think the world we live in today will be the world they're going to live in," Ms Connor said.
"At all levels of government, there seems to be a real inaction.
"I feel the governments aren't really aligned with community opinions, so then it becomes a grassroots operation where concerned community members need to raise awareness."
Mr McCormack said the government are delivering a balance in energy while looking after the environment.
"Projects such as Lockhart's solar farm - for which I have delivered $1 million - are essential to achieving this balance," Mr McCormack said.
"Just this morning, the Liberals and Nationals have announced more than $200 million to continue caring for our environment, taking the practical experience of farmers and ensuring our economy remains strong and there are jobs and opportunities for locals."
The deputy prime minister said the Adani project is required to meet stringent environmental standards and the Queensland Labor Government is currently considering the next phase of approvals.
"The Liberal and Nationals Government has an affordable and responsible climate plan, including the $3.5 billion Climate Solutions Package, of which $2 billion will go to practical emission reduction activities," he said.
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