local government Archives - Renew Economy

Australian mayors want more ambition on climate change, 100% renewables
Group of mayors across Australia demand Federal Government lift its game on climate action, support local communities and aim for 100% renewables.
Michael Mazengarb

May 8, 2019

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Electric Vehicles

Sydney councils charge up electric vehicle infrastructure
Three councils in Sydney’s eastern suburbs – Waverley, Woollahra and Randwick – join forces to install kerbside EV charging stations.
Bridie Schmidt

Dec 11, 2018

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Shepparton council set to go solar, as PV farm plans remain in limbo
City of Greater Shepparton awards tender to install solar across council buildings; awaits state govt decision on 250MW of proposed solar farms.
Sophie Vorrath

Mar 27, 2018

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Storage

An end to blackouts? Demand management success depends on collaboration
As national debate over energy supply reaches fever pitch, more attention is now being paid to the role of demand management, a weapon of last resort in Australia.
Rob Law

Sep 12, 2017

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Policy & Planning

In the absence of national leadership, cities are driving climate policy
Imagine a future in which every one of Australia’s 537 local government areas, achieve net zero greenhouse emissions. It might sound like a pipe dream, but it could be closer than you think.
Lesley Hughes

Jul 19, 2017

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Greens unveil rooftop solar plan for Australian council buildings
New Greens policy to cut local government energy bills by allowing solar companies install PV on council infrastructure and build solar car parks and shades at community centres.
Sophie Vorrath

Feb 15, 2016

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New CEFC program to accelerate local government investment in renewables
CEFC’s $250m Local Government Finance Program to help Australia’s local councils accelerate uptake of renewables.
Sophie Vorrath

Dec 9, 2015

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