Even in 2020’s difficult circumstances, local councils are rising to the challenges of climate change. From electric buses to solar farms, find out who this year’s leaders are.
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Australian first pilot program to help councils slash emissions
An Australian first program that will enable local governments to make evidence-based decisions for emissions reduction projects.
Azility partners with Cities Power Partnership to measure energy
We’re excited to announce that, from July, Cities Power Partnership councils will have bespoke free access to the Azility emissions reporting and energy platform. Formerly known as Planet Footprint, Azility is the most comprehensive platform available for local...
Bushfire preparedness and climate on the agenda of expert and local government roundtable
Bushfire experts and Tasmanian councils will today join together in a roundtable discussion to plan and prepare against worsening bushfires in the State.
CEO interview: Orange goes 100% renewable
David Waddell is the Chief Executive Officer at Orange City Council. Orange recently announced they will use 100% renewable energy to power its large sites and streetlights from January 1, 2023. Through this deal, together with Council’s renewable energy action plan...
Cities Power Partnership National Summit 2021
A summary of the Cities Power Partnership National Summit 2021, the largest local government climate summit.
Cities Power Partnership on track, says Nugent
Orange City Council on track cut electricity costs and the city’s carbon footprint, as part of the Cities Power Partnership program.
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.
City of Stirling joins the Climate Council’s Cities Power Partnership
The City is pleased to announce that it has recently joined the Cities Power Partnership (CPP), which is facilitated by the Climate Council.
Clean jobs for communities: How local governments can create sustainable, strong economies
As Australia faces twin climate and health crises, towns and cities of all shapes and sizes have a crucial role to play in investing in initiatives that create jobs and set communities up for the future by tackling long-term problems like climate change.