City of Bayswater's climate and sustainability commitments

City of Bayswater is part of the Cities Power Partnership, Australia's largest network of councils leading the way to a sustainable future

Traditional Owners Wadjuk People
Member since 2018
Population 68,877

100%

renewable energy for council by 2030

100%

renewable energy for community by 2030

Net Zero

council emissions by 2040

Our journey

Pledges

Council has committed to the following Cities Power Partnership pledges:

Renewable energy

Install renewable energy (solar PV and battery storage) on council buildings.

Sustainable Transport

Ensure Council fleet purchases meet strict greenhouse gas emissions requirements and support the uptake of electric vehicles.

Encourage sustainable transport use such as public transport, walking and cycling through council transport planning and design.

Support cycling through provision of adequate cycle lanes, bike parking and end-of-ride facilities.

Work Together and Influence

Set city-level renewable energy or emissions reduction targets.

In the news

Media Release

Western Australian councils work together for a renewable future

23 Nov 2021

More than 40 council representatives will gather to discuss opportunities to work together to achieve emissions reduction across WA.

Media Release

Mayors commit to clean, local jobs

20 Oct 2020

Over forty mayors and councillors have released a joint statement committing to economic recovery solutions that create jobs and tackle climate change.

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