Australian PM pledges $1 billion to support Great Barrier Reef

  • 13/06/2016
Australia Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull (AAP)
Australia Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull (AAP)

Australia Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has pledged a $1 billion fund to protect the Great Barrier Reef.

The Reef Fund will support clean energy projects that deliver clean energy, reduce emissions and improve water quality.

"[It is the] largest ever commitment to the health of the reef in Australian history," environment minister Greg Hunt says.

Turnbull's announcement follows reports that raise concerns about the reef, which is under threat from pollution and coral bleaching.

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