This country profile presents a comprehensive assessment of the legal, political, and institutional frameworks essential for enabling blue carbon projects. It evaluates core legal requirements—such as project precedents, national regulations, land tenure, and carbon rights—using a standardized scoring index designed to clarify the complex legal and policy landscape surrounding blue carbon development.

The analysis is intended to support stakeholders in navigating these frameworks and accelerating the design and implementation of high-integrity blue carbon projects in the country.

The main policy recommendations focus on:

Developing a streamlined permitting process for tidal flow restoration projects, reducing delays and administrative burdens while maintaining environmental safeguards.
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Encouraging alignment between national and international carbon markets to strengthen credibility and investor confidence in Australia's nature-based carbon sector.

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