Climate Summit for Local Government

Sept 6-8, 2023 | Melbourne
WATCH: Over 40 WA councils embrace clean energy

WATCH: Over 40 WA councils embrace clean energy

Councils across Western Australia are harnessing the benefits of renewable energy, because they recognise the time for serious action on climate change is now. Late last year the Cities Power Partnership travelled to West Australia to bring together over 40 councils...
These local communities are future-proofing Australia

These local communities are future-proofing Australia

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...
Future-Proofing Paradise: The Cairns Story

Future-Proofing Paradise: The Cairns Story

Welcome to Cairns, a tropical paradise – perfect for a snorkel or a walk in the rainforest. But it’s also an Australian community leading the charge to a clean, healthy future. With an abundance of sun and wind, Queensland is on its way to being a world...
Australia’s top 7 local government climate projects for 2020

Australia’s top 7 local government climate projects for 2020

Even in 2020’s difficult circumstances, local councils are rising to the challenges of climate change. From Nillumbik Shire Council’s world-first solar and battery powered stadium that provides a safe space for the community during an emergency, to Sunshine Coast...
Solar saved this local bowlo

Solar saved this local bowlo

Meet the bowling club that’s leaving fossil fuels in the gutter and rolling towards a renewable-powered future. Power price hikes and mounting energy bills were hitting the Carrington Bowling Club hard. To beat rising power bills, the club turned to solar. Supported...
World’s busiest coal port embraces renewables

World’s busiest coal port embraces renewables

The word is out – renewable energy is a no-brainer, and Australian communities are embracing the switch to clean energy in a big way. Meet Newcastle, the world’s busiest coal port that’s reinventing itself as a renewable energy powerhouse. From the local bowling...