For the first time in 11 years, the laws that mandate minimum energy efficiency standards are being reviewed by the states, and right now, we have a chance to shape the outcome. Under the National Construction Code (NCC), there is a proposal to increase from 6-Star...
Local communities – from Cairns in Queensland to Queenscliffe in Victoria – are at the forefront of Australia’s transformation to a thriving, zero emissions future. They’re switching to clean, renewable energy, embracing sustainable transport and...
THIRTY-ONE mayors and councillors from some of the nation’s most flood damaged regions have called on the government to do more to protect communities from tragic and costly extreme weather. Mayors and councillors from Lismore in New South Wales to Logan in...
The Cairns Regional Council Sustainability Team is leading initiatives to cut local emissions and educate the community on climate change, while also supporting local industries to transition to a low emissions economy. This case study highlights the success of the...
In 2021, Darebin Council spearheaded the Victorian Energy Collaboration (VECO), the largest emissions reduction project ever undertaken by Australian local governments. This case study demonstrates that large scale collaboration is possible to transition to a...
