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Climate resilience and reducing emissions
Human-induced climate change has produced a climate and biodiversity emergency and urgent action at all levels of government is necessary to protect our environment and community for future generations.
The growth of greenhouse gas emissions from fossil-fuel generated energy, transport, waste disposal and land use are causing more frequent and extreme weather events such as bushfires, sea level rise, loss of wildlife and economic impacts.
In 2019, Waverley declared a Climate and Biodiversity Emergency, committing to accelerate our greenhouse gas emission reduction plans and integrate adaptation and resilience measures to restore a safe climate and repair ecosystems.
That’s why Waverley Council is striving for Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions in the community by 2035, which is reliant on all residents, businesses and community organisations making incremental but significant changes to the way we live.
'Net zero' refers to a balance between the greenhouse emissions produced and the emissions taken out of the atmosphere. Achieving net zero will not stop the impact of climate change, for instance temperatures are still expected to rise by at least 1.5°C, but it will limit the severity of the changes. Preparing for and adapting to climate change will make our community stronger, more resilient and safer.
In practice, reducing greenhouse emissions also often results in saving money over the long term, so Council and other government bodies are supporting residents to improve energy efficiency, go electric and to go solar. Browse how to contribute below.
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Climate resilience
Taking action to adapt to changing climate, and protect ourselves and assets from the increasing risks of current and future climate shocks.
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Go electric
Switching from using fossil fuels such as gas and petrol/diesel to all-electric homes and businesses powered by renewable energy.
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Go solar
Supporting residents to get rooftop solar through education resources, advice and support.
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Building Futures strata program
A free Council program to help larger strata buildings (25+ units) save money on their common area energy and water bills, including access to matched funding.
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Sustainability Rebates for Apartments Trial
Provides rebates for residential apartment buildings who have implemented sustainability upgrades to their common areas, such as common area solar.