Local Actions Have Global Consequences
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The Benalla Sustainable Future Group was established in 2010 by Benalla & District residents concerned about environmental sustainability and the lack of action on climate change both locally & nationally. By coming together we can work towards a more sustainable future & a cleaner planet.
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Renewable Energy Benalla
Renewable Energy Benalla, BSFG and the Community Energy Retailer Project held a Community Energy Forum at BPACC on Friday 3rd August. if you missed the forum, you can find out about the role of a community energy retailer on the Community Energy Retailer Project website. A further workshop on Lighting, Draft Proofing and Insulation will be held at the Benalla Golf Club on Tuesday 21 August at 7.00pm-9.00pm followed by a session Windows, Hot Water and Heating & Cooling Wednesday September 26 from 7.00pm-9.00pm. These workshops are being offered by REB's 'Reduce 1/3' efficiency action group. The opportunity for residents and businesses to join the REB/ Mondo Power battery ready solar bulk buy offer closed on July 31 - check out Mondo Power's 'Benalla Community Energy Project' webpage for more information. REB is also engaging as a community networker in finding out and sharing information about utility scale proposals such as the Lightsource BP Urbis proposed solar installation at Winton. Renewable Energy Benalla now has it's own website!
NewsletterBSFG's June (quarterly) newsletter (#21) is now online - articles include 'Federal Budget Ignores Climate Change' by John Lloyd; 'Per Capita Greenhouse Emissions for a Safe Climate' by Peter Maddock and extracts from a range of articles including 'NEG's 2030 targets already exceeded' (Climate Council) and 'Renewables not to blame for rising power costs' (SMH). There is also a reminder about the AGM and news of the Mondo Power Offer and Energy Efficiency Workshops.
MembershipBenalla Sustainable Future Group encourages anyone interested in climate change issues and a more sustainable lifestyle to subscribe to our mailing list, become a member of our group & participate in our activities.
Action GroupsBenalla Sustainable Future Group has a number of action groups looking at different aspects of Environmental Sustainability which may interest you. Perhaps you have an interest in finding out about our newest action group, the Benalla Local Food Network, , or in initiating a group yourself?
Guest Speakers; Film Festival; Sustainable Business Award; Energy Efficiency Workshops; Day in the Gardens; Upcycled Bags; AGM's; Mentoring; Building Forums; Food Coop; Climate March ... |
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