Climate Summit for Local Government

Sept 6-8, 2023 | Melbourne
Net zero by 2040: Ambitious new emissions target set

Net zero by 2040: Ambitious new emissions target set

The City of Sydney is committed to beating its own carbon emissions target, setting a new benchmark to produce net zero emissions by 2040. This new target is a decade earlier than the existing 2050 deadline. The accelerated action on climate change will form part of...
Hepburn Shire is getting it done – with Gusto

Hepburn Shire is getting it done – with Gusto

Regional communities right around the country are adopting renewable-powered technologies to combat climate change and take ownership of economic opportunities. And in the race to become Australia’s first renewable-powered community, one shire is emerging as a clear...
Explainer: Council renewable energy and emissions commitments

Explainer: Council renewable energy and emissions commitments

Net zero emissions, carbon neutral operations, power purchase agreement…… Australia’s local councils are punching above their weight when it comes to tackling climate change but it can be hard to understand what different council initiatives mean. This article breaks...