WA eyes interim emissions reduction target

The WA government says the Collie and Muja coal-fired power stations will close in 2027 and 2029. (AAP)

An interim plan to slash government emissions by 2030 shows Western Australia is serious about tackling climate change, the premier says.

The state government on Thursday announced it will target a whole-of-government emissions reduction of 80 per cent below 2020 levels.