Climate Summit for Local Government

Sept 6-8, 2023 | Melbourne
Tracking Progress: 2019 Snapshot of Council Action on Climate Change

Tracking Progress: 2019 Snapshot of Council Action on Climate Change

In nearly three years, the Cities Power Partnership has become Australia’s largest network of local governments taking action on climate change. With over 125 councils on board, we have seen tangible action and exciting projects taking place all around Australia. To...
Solar saved this local bowlo

Solar saved this local bowlo

Meet the bowling club that’s leaving fossil fuels in the gutter and rolling towards a renewable-powered future. Power price hikes and mounting energy bills were hitting the Carrington Bowling Club hard. To beat rising power bills, the club turned to solar. Supported...
Dubbo Regional Council outlines plan for renewable energy targets

Dubbo Regional Council outlines plan for renewable energy targets

Replacing street lights, installing solar panels and introducing hybrid vehicles is all being done by Dubbo Regional Council as it pushes for its new renewable energy targets. In February, council adopted a new Energy Strategy and Implementation Plan. As part of the...
Solar farms power emissions reductions

Solar farms power emissions reductions

Construction is underway on four mini solar farms, and additional roof-mounted solar panels, at five of the Cairns Region’s Waste Water Treatment Plants (WWTP). The mini solar farms will generate an estimated 2.92 gigawatt hours of energy each year, which will provide...
Tools for a local, sustainable economic recovery

Tools for a local, sustainable economic recovery

Guest blog series: Shay Singh, Executive Manager, Better Building Finance As governments, businesses and communities chart the course to economic recovery, we have a golden opportunity to make sure it’s a sustainable and equitable one. With financial hardships...