Tracking Progress: 2020 Snapshot of Council Action on Climate Change

November 30, 2021

In four years, the Cities Power Partnership (CPP) has become Australia’s largest network of local councils leading the way to a thriving, zero emissions future. With over 165 councils on board, we have seen tangible action and huge emissions reductions taking place...

Australian first pilot program to help councils slash emissions

September 9, 2021

The Cities Power Partnership and Ironbark Sustainability have joined forces to launch an Australian first program that will enable local governments to make evidence-based decisions when investing in emissions reduction projects. The pilot program uses the Cities...

Future-Proofing Paradise: The Cairns Story

August 23, 2021

Welcome to Cairns, a tropical paradise – perfect for a snorkel or a walk in the rainforest. But it’s also an Australian community leading the charge to a clean, healthy future. With an abundance of sun and wind, Queensland is on its way to being a world...

Cities Power Partnership National Summit 2021

June 3, 2021

The National Summit 2021 is the Cities Power Partnership’s premier event for local government climate and energy leaders. Held online from in May 2021, the event brought together councils from across Australia for our largest summit yet. The National Summit hosted...

Councils can capitalise on clean economy

May 26, 2021

OPPORTUNITIES for cities and regions to capitalise on the clean economy and create thousands of jobs will be discussed at a national local government summit today. Hosted by the Cities Power Partnership, the virtual summit will bring together more than 250 local...