Achieving net zero emissions by 2025

Monash Council has committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2025 as part of a raft of strategies to tackle climate change.

Council made this commitment at its February 2020 meeting (item 4.2). A further report for a whole-of-Council climate action plan came before the September 2020 Council meeting.

Our Zero Net Carbon Action Plan sets out the below key priorities for Council to achieve this.

Public Lighting Upgrade to LEDs

Upgrades will utilise low energy LED lighting technology, which is up to 82% more energy efficient.

Energy initiatives at Council facilities

As part of Council's Zero Net Carbon Action Plan, we're undertaking a range of initiatives to transition to more efficient and sustainable forms of energy at our facilities.

Charge Up Monash - EV charging bays

Monash is now the home to 4 public electric vehicle (EV) charging bays.

We are purchasing 100% renewable energy

Victorian Energy Collaboration is the largest emissions reduction project ever undertaken by the local government sector in Australia.

How to reduce my carbon footprint

Every Monash resident can make a difference to the amount of greenhouse gases released into the air. Here are some tips on how to reduce your carbon footprint around your home, and when shopping or travelling.

Council adopts Zero Net Carbon Plan

Council is committed to a range of initiatives to achieve net zero emissions by 2025.