Bega Valley Shire Council, a local government on the far south coast of NSW, wanted to set more ambitious targets for its existing climate change strategy. This case study highlights the value of a clean energy strategy process to drive continuous improvement. Using the clean energy strategy process, the Council set a stronger focus on renewable energy and is moving to a more ambitious renewable energy target – from 20% for 15 sites to 100% across the board. These targets are already driving action, including projects for solar PV, upgrading to LED street lights and upgrading to energy efficient equipment.
The plan development was supported by the NSW Department of Planning & Environment’s Clean Energy Strategies for Business Program.
