Macedon Ranges council has strengthened its commitment to a zero emissions future by joining an alliance of more than 150 councils across the country committed to switching to clean energy.
The Climate Council’s Cities Power Partnership incorporates approximately 65 per cent of the Australian population through its council memberships.
The collective aims to direct local governments to make five action pledges to tackle climate change.
In March, Macedon Ranges formally declared a climate emergency following a community petition of 405 signatures supporting the decision.
Macedon Ranges council mayor Jennifer Anderson said signing on to the partnership is about consolidation council’s commitment to curbing emissions.
“Through the program, Council has the opportunity to build on its emissions reduction work to date, share knowledge and experience with fellow member councils, and contribute to a collaborative effort to effectively address climate change at the local level,” C Anderson said.
“We understand that meaningful action on climate change is a high priority for our residents and
ratepayers and Cities Power Partnership will be an important step for Council to kick start a number of important local climate projects.”
Oliver Lees
