All around the country, we are seeing the power of communities working together to tackle climate change. Here are four community engagement initiatives spearheaded by local council.
City of Port Philip
City of Port Phillip setting net zero community emissions targets
The City of Port Phillip in Melbourne’s southeast has set a goal of achieving net zero community emissions by 2050. This case study explores how they did it, lessons learned and tips for other councils.
Explainer: Council renewable energy and emissions commitments
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 down some widely used council jargon.
Setting Net Zero Emissions Targets
Australian attitudes toward a net zero carbon future as an achievable goal are changing rapidly and many councils and communities have a net zero target set. We explore what this means for communities and why it matters.
Tackling Climate Change – City of Port Phillip commits to clean energy
For the full Caulfield Glen Eira Leader, Melbourne article click here CLIMATE Council chief Tim Flannery has congratulated the City of Port Phillip for its commitment to action on climate change and energy action. Port Phillip councillors voted this month to join more...
Towards zero carbon: How Hawkesbury City Council is using a PPA to get there
The City of Port Phillip in Melbourne’s southeast has set a goal of achieving net zero community emissions by 2050. This case study explores how they did it, lessons learned and tips for other councils.