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[ Wednesday, 6 Mar; 9:30 am to 5:30 pm. ] The Armidale Regional Council has a commitment to net zero emissions by 2030. Increased community participation and collaboration are keys to driving and accelerating the transition to renewable energy. The Community Energy Congress 2024 in Sydney, 6-7 March 2024 will bring together leaders from communities, government, infrastructure providers and business to focus on how communities such as ours [...] full article » 
[ Wednesday, 6 Mar; 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. ] Hello everyone, It's been quite a summer and not over yet. Looking around the country at the enormous damage being suffered by natural disasters it reinforces my view that we should be marketing Armidale as one of the safest places to live in Australia. If Queenstown can do it in NZ, we can. It's time to [...] full article » 
[ Tuesday, 27 Feb; 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. ] John Cleland, CEO of Essential Energy will present a detailed picture of the future of power in New England focusing on the electricity grid. John will share the implications of Renewable Energy Zones, innovative community energy projects for consumers and industry. John will describe Essential Energy's role in shaping a sustainable, decentralized energy future through [...] full article » 
My name is Michelle Campione-van Zetten and I am conducting this research as part of my Masters in Urban and Regional Planning in the school of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences at the University of New England. My supervisor is Dr Sanaz Alian. The aim of my research is to explore the opportunities and constraints for [...] full article » 
[ Monday, 27 Nov; 12:30 am to 8:00 pm. Monday, 4 Dec; 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. ] Renew, the team behind Sustainable House Day, Sanctuary Magazine and Renew Magazine, has also been undertaking ongoing work to support communities rebuilding after bushfire. As part of this work we are hosting a series of free online events that showcase homes that exemplify resilient design elements and building practices that extend the understanding of best practice beyond the complicated [...] full article » 
[ Wednesday, 8 Nov; 5:30 pm to 6:45 pm. ] New England Visions 2030 Institute Forum — The Windfarm Experience Wednesday 8th November Armidale Bowling Club 5.30 – 6.45 pm Europeans have learned to live with wind turbines for many years now. They are sited on hills, plains and offshore in the sea around coastlines. This is the price being paid for the transition from fossil fuels to renewables in an effort to slow [...] full article » 
[ Sunday, 1 Oct; ] AEIC Review of Community Engagement Practices - Survey and Submissions due 5:00pm Sunday, 1 October 2023 Can you take the 15 minutes to complete the Landholder and Community member Survey? Or perhaps make a submission? We need strong community engagement here. Andrew Dyer, the Australian Energy Infrastructure Commissioner, is seeking your feedback as part of a review to [...] full article » 
[ Wednesday, 6 Sep; 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. ] You are invited to the next New England Visions 2030 Institute Forum The Changing Face of New England No. 1 The cumulative social impact of the New England REZ on our communities At the Armidale Bowling Club RSVP essential by 5.00 pm Monday 4th September to newenglandvisions2030@gmail.com All questions from the floor Statement from NEV2030: "It has been noted that the introduction [...] full article » 
Here is the submission we have developed on the proposed transmission lines to be built to support the New England Renewable Energy Zone. The group has attempted to take a nuanced response to this complex issue, in order to balance global impacts on biodiversity against local ones. David Carr — Stringybark Ecological Pty Ltd Recommendations for Transmission [...] full article » 
Did you see the huge news coming out of Victoria last week? From 1 January 2024, the Victorian state government will require new homes and government buildings to be all-electric without gas. NSW Premier Chris Minns has said he won’t do the same in NSW — but we don’t have to wait for the state government to act. [...] full article » 
[ Friday, 30 Jun; 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] We are excited to invite you to an event hosted by Australian Innovative Renewable Resources (AIRR) on June 30th, 2023, from 2-4 pm at NOVA (122 Faulkner St) in Armidale. Nibbles will be provided. AIRR is a tech start-up that has created an app connecting users to work in the renewable energy sector while also helping [...] full article » 
[ Tuesday, 6 Jun; 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. ] Tuesday June 6th 7:00pm to 8:30pm NOVA centre 122 Faulkner St, Armidale Main speaker: Alex Manners, Armidale Regional Council Chief Officer Assets and Services SLA's Sustainable Water Futures action group has organised this forum for us. They will present results from their recent community survey, Water Security: What Matters to You. Alex Manners will explain what Council [...] full article » 
[ Friday, 16 Jun; ] The Energy Corporation of NSW (EnergyCo) is delivering 5 Renewable Energy Zones (REZ's) and one is in the New England. To stay connected and be the first to hear about opportunities to have your say please sign up to their project mailing list NOW at nerez@energyco.nsw.gov.au They are currently working on the Network infrastructure strategy and the [...] full article » 
[ Saturday, 6 May to Sunday, 7 May. ] Are you looking for ideas to save energy at home, create beautiful spaces to live in, adapt or extend your present house or just to meet other locals and see how they’ve incorporated sustainable ideas into their house or renovation? Sustainable Living Armidale (SLA) is holding its sixth Sustainable House Tour, an opportunity to look at [...] full article » 
[ Tuesday, 14 Mar; 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ] Let’s talk about water! We all need it – this continent would be uninhabitable without its ancient rivers, deep aquifers and wetlands bursting with abundant wildlife. But inland rivers have taken a hiding in the last 130 years, with unlimited irrigation bringing the Murray-Darling Basin to its knees during the shocking millennial drought. And so a Plan was [...] full article » 
[ Saturday, 6 May to Sunday, 7 May. ] Looking for houses: On the weekend of 6th & 7th May this year, SLA will be presenting interesting houses for you to visit in our bi-annual Sustainable House Tour. The focus will be on the use of recycled or up-cycled materials in renovations or alterations, and possibly in small new builds. We are looking for those [...] full article » 
[ Tuesday, 14 Feb; 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ] The Regional NSW Debate will be held at Armidale City Bowling Club from 6pm to 8pm on Tuesday, February 14. Places are strictly limited – visit https://form.jotform.com/holleyt/regional-debate-armidale-rsvp-form to register for the event. full article » 
[ Friday, 17 Feb; 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] Supported by SLA, local woodworker and SLA member Bar Finch will be conducting a Basic Home Maintenance Course in February/March, at the Men’s Shed. You probably could fix more things around the house if only you had: a bit more confidence, a bit more knowledge, a set of basic tools, and an opportunity to practise. There will [...] full article » 
[ Thursday, 15 Dec; 5:00 pm; ] The Community Power Agency is looking for an Engagement Co-ordinator to help ensure the renewables roll-out in regional areas is done in ways that involves local people and delivers lasting value to host communities. Sound like something you’d be great at or know someone else who would? Please share around your networks. The role: 4 days / [...] full article » 
[ Monday, 17 Oct; 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. ] The UNE SRI CleanTech Futures Series promotes connections, shares information and grows aspirations for building strong regional futures. It shines a light on knowledge and innovations around generation, storage and portability of renewable energy projects happening in the region. Guest speakers are invited to present their latest renewable energy technologies and future impact, followed by a [...] full article » 
[ Monday, 26 Sep; 11:59 pm; ] Can you undertake some Climate Action NOW and make a Submission to the Armidale Regional Council (ARC) draft Renewable Energy Action Plan (REAP)? — due for 11:59pm Monday 26th September? Take the time to tell Council that you support strong action on climate change and hence you support the draft Renewable Energy Action Plan (REAP) and [...] full article » 
[ Tuesday, 30 Aug; 5:30 pm; ] RSVP on this form NSW Farmers is hosting a series of renewable energy forums that will bring together landholders and government bodies to discuss the state’s Renewable Energy Zones. With the federal government setting a 43 per cent emissions reduction target for 2030, there is increased pressure to build renewable energy installations. While some proponents see regional [...] full article » 
Community involvement in renewable energy projects – from bulk-buying solar panels for multiple households to communities co-owning a small solar farm – is helping to combat climate change while assisting the protection of nature along the way. Community owned or subscribed renewable energy projects have grown hugely over the last few years and there are now [...] full article » 
[ Wednesday, 15 Jun; 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. ] REGISTER HERE Wednesday 15th of June, 11:30 - 12:30. Join the authors of this major study of the social impact of large-scale renewable energy in rural communities as they launch their ground-breaking report and discuss the local and national policy implications of this research. The technological shift away from coal to renewable energy for electricity generation is [...] full article »
By Sustainable Living Armidale (SLA) broadcasting this combined councils letter is not in itself an endorsement of it by SLA. The reason for this broadcast is to enhance community knowledge on this local issue. Background The New England Renewable Energy Zone (‘NE REZ’) will be 8GW in size which is approximately the equivalent of 57.44 mt [...] full article » |
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