The Nationals have alreadyrejected a higher emissions target for 2030 and are holding out on the 2050 goal even though the policy has a majority in federal cabinet and support from Liberals.
Mr Joyce said the group of four would be used to collate the views of the wider party and sum this up in a document that Mr Joyce could consider and take to Mr Morrison to help get an outcome.
“This is not a pantomime,we’re not grandstanding,we’re not trying to prevaricate but we are going to be diligent,” he said.
“A decision that affects our nation for three decades deserves,from the National Party,proper oversight and that’s what we’ll do.”
The group of four comprises Nationals deputy leader and Agriculture Minister David Littleproud,Senate leader and Regionalisation Minister Bridget McKenzie,Resources Minister Keith Pitt and Assistant Minister Kevin Hogan,who represents the seat of Page on the north coast of NSW.
Mr Littleproud has called for a “pragmatic” approach to the issue,Senator McKenzie has expressed concern about net zero,Mr Pitt has strongly opposed the target and Mr Hogan is seen as being open to the 2050 goal.