Elsie Lange
Local community organisations will share in $1.3 million to deliver projects to cut greenhouse gas emissions by almost 1700 tonnes a year, shrinking energy bills at the same time.
Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas last week announced that organisations can apply for up to $50,000 through the Community Climate Change and Energy Action program to upgrade their buildings with emissions-reducing installations.
Recipients of the funding include Daylesford Dharma School, Trentham Golf Club and the Riddells Creek Neighbourhood House.
The next round of funding opens this week, with $1.8 million in grants up for grabs.
Social enterprises, not-for-profits and community groups can also apply for grants of up to $250,000 available through the Recycling Victoria Communities Fund, supporting local projects to repurpose, reuse and recycle everyday items.
“Congratulations to the Daylesford Dharma School, Trentham Golf Club and the Riddells Creek Neighbourhood House, by helping reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve energy efficiency they are ensuring a more sustainable future for our community and our kids,” Ms Thomas said.
Details: www.sustainability.vic.gov.au/grants
