Gippsland Climate Change Network in Traralgon, Victoria | Non-profit organisation

Gippsland Climate Change Network

Locality: Traralgon, Victoria

Phone: +61 419 587 572

Address: 71 Hotham Street 3844 Traralgon, VIC, Australia

Website: http://gccn.org.au/

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25.01.2022 Free Information Session: 10th of December, 4:00 PM 5:30 PM, register at www.eventbrite.com.au/e/energise-gippsland-solar-program-ti This is round two of the previously named Gippy Bulk Buy Program. We have partnered with local installer Rockys Electrical and are back in partnership with the Wellington Shire Council, Latrobe City Council, Earthworker Energy Manufacturing Cooperative and the Yarra Energy Foundation. Open to local households, businesses, and community group...s! High quality roof-top solar panels, smart inverters, solar hot water systems and batteries at bulk buy prices, with the option to buy only Australian products. A portion of each solar system sold will be matched to go towards a solar system donation made to a local community at the end of the program. Alternatively, for an obligation free quote or to learn more about your solar options CALL 1300 866 634 or VISIT energisegippslandsolarprogram.com.

25.01.2022 It boils down to improving the microbiology in the soil using indigenous microorganisms. Regenerative farming also has the potential to store vast amounts of C02!

24.01.2022 Some key takeaways that we could work towards here...

24.01.2022 Over the last five years, the Victorian State Government has invested $12.5 million to the Gippsland Lakes through the Gippsland Lakes Coordinating Committee. This has funded 69 projects delivered by 40 partner organisation across four integrated programs. Working together to make a difference to our environment.

24.01.2022 Victoria leading the way.

23.01.2022 We need to do better, we can make a difference.

22.01.2022 Energise Gippsland part of Gippsland Climate Change Network. One of the services it offers is home energy assemsnts. They partner with regional sustainability groups to deliver practical assessment and advice services to to help people save energy and money and to make their homes more comfortable and healthy to live in.

22.01.2022 Register for this Thursday's Webinar Webanair

22.01.2022 One more reason to love your morning or afternoon cuppa!

21.01.2022 Build resilience an important adaption to climate change.

21.01.2022 A global view of Net Zero.

21.01.2022 We released a staggering 532,000,000 tonnes of carbon emissions over a 12-month period last year! Join us on the 12th at 7:30pm (the day after the first episode) to learn about local and affordable renewable energy options and energy efficiency for your own homes, save on bills and reduce your carbon footprint, as this new documentary series explores. Webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us//register/WN_6XWDfeyJR7e7iqKQLaBKRg

20.01.2022 How does your sports club go when faced with extreme heat, smoke and other weather disruptions? Did the organisers suspend play or cancel games? Our sport commu...nities rely on green grass, clean air and blue water to enjoy what our outdoors offer. Join Wellington Shire Council and partner agencies and learn about the impacts of climate change on grassroots sports and what we can do to minimise them in the future. Funded through the state governments Climate Change Adaptation Grants program. Event details: The Laurels at the Sale Turf Club 1227 Maffra-Sale Road, Sale Wednesday 15 April 2020 5.30pm - 10pm (approx) with dinner included Free to attend with registration, numbers are limited Featuring guest speakers: Dr Sheila Nguyen - Executive Director of the Sports Environment Alliance. Dara Twomey - Federation University Sport Injury Prevention and Climate Change researcher. Plus more! Playing the Climate Game is one of four sessions delivered as part of the Gippsland Smart Futures Series. A full program is soon to be released. Attendees are invited to attend other free workshops and presentations earlier in the day. More information and registrations via bit.ly/SmartFutureSeries Supported by DELWP Gippsland, Gippsland Climate Change Network, Community Power Hub Latrobe Valley, Latrobe Valley Authority, GippSport and Sports Environment Alliance Inc.

20.01.2022 Its about continuing to export energy to the rest of the world while also protecting our future and that of our childrens future - all it takes is a different form of energy!

20.01.2022 Dont forget to join us tonight at 7:30 to chat about the Fight for Planet A s energy episode! We have guest speakers talking about some local renewable energy and household energy efficiency opportunities for you, as well as panelists from the coal industry, medical profession, local government and community engagement to join the post episode conversation and what it all means for Gippsland. We aim to be live on Facebook but you can also join on Zoom here: https://us02web.zoom.us//register/WN_6XWDfeyJR7e7iqKQLaBKRg

20.01.2022 Energy reduction is an important way to address Climate Change. It also makes economic and health sense. We welcome this Vic Labor Government budget announcement.

19.01.2022 Reducing your environmental footprint, eating more of the food you love and using it as a conversation starter to build community.. win-win!

18.01.2022 Over 1,000 trees to be planted as part of the Urban Forest campaign for Wellington Shire. Important to help cool our built environment in a warming climate.

18.01.2022 A reminder of the beauty we can create while still keeping our environmental footprint minimal

17.01.2022 Join us for presentations and discussions around what a new energy sector in Gippsland will mean for regional communities, employment and development. The Committee for Gippsland and the Gippsland Climate Change Network are working with industry and stakeholders to actively scope a clear vision for energy in the region and a well-managed transition pathway to establishing Gippsland as a clean energy hub. Be part of the discussion.... Register: https://us02web.zoom.us//register/WN_QleQwH2TQL2Erpiz2MwYeQ

16.01.2022 Until about two years ago, the UK was not really on the bandwagon [of regenerative agriculture], but since the idea of public money for public goods came in as the alternative option for farmers getting paid their subsidies, its completely turned around

16.01.2022 Focusing on a Green Recovery. The Victorian Budget 2020/21 will invest an unprecedented $1.6 billion to create renewable energy hubs across the state, improve crucial grid infrastructure, decarbonise our energy system, drive down emissions and support more Solar Homes the largest investment in clean energy of any state, ever. Renewable Energy Zones will be the energy hubs of the future supporting businesses, jobs and towns across regional Victoria. GCCN, with the Committee 4 Gippsland and Local Government, has been advocating for a Gippsland Renewable Energy Zone as we have the advantages of a skilled power industry workforce and connectivity to the power grid.

16.01.2022 The amazing crew of this sailing vessel just completed the worlds largest Open Ocean Cleanup ever, collecting 103 tons of debris. We can and must do so much more to help protect our planet. Thank you Ocean Voyages Institute / Project Kaisei This is what the world needs more of.

16.01.2022 Want to feel there is a positive way forward? Check out the major strides researchers around Australia and the world are making towards renewable energy?

16.01.2022 Survey closes soon! Community energy projects involve communities in developing, producing, distributing, selling or buying energy assets and their output. This program is seeking community feedback on how they can best do this! Link: https://utsau.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eXpZw1QPrizB5sh

15.01.2022 Scientists and conservation groups say the laws are failing to stem an extinction crisis, in part because forestry has been exempted

15.01.2022 It has been so exciting being Hub Host to the Community Power Hub Initiative in Gippsland and we are stoked that it has been nominated as a finalist in the Clean Energy Councils awards this year!

14.01.2022 Co-founded with 12 farms representing 2,400 acres of diversified agriculture serving local food sheds and communities. The Commons seeks to build on the successes of food and land-based movements and offers an innovative model to promote equity and support regenerative agriculture.

14.01.2022 We are privileged to have Tony on our board. Good on you mate for giving a voice to the things that matter to you! 4,000 tons of CO2 per hour is impressive! Although not in a good way .

14.01.2022 Gippsland Regional Climate Change Adaptation Strategy Deadline May 7! The Victorian Government wants to hear from you on what’s important in climate change adaptation in Gippsland and how this strategy lays out adaptation action in the region for the next 5 years. link to feedback survey. https://engage.vic.gov.au/gippsland-regional-climate-change

13.01.2022 These nitrogen fixing little beauties can eliminate the need for synthetic fertilizer, reduce nutrient runoff into local streams and aquatic habitat and reduce reduce erosion.

12.01.2022 Moroccan hemp house shows the world that environmentally sustainable construction is possible. Built only from locally sourced hemp, vegetable-based bio-resins, and other non-synthetic materials. Hempcrete can replace traditional fiberglass, sheetrock, and drywall and offers superior temperature control, flame resistance, and noise reduction.

12.01.2022 Australias multi-billion-dollar cotton industry produces waste that can take years to break down

11.01.2022 Transforming used textiles into eco-friendly bricks. This is FabBRICKs approach to prevent waste. Brut nature met Clarisse, the architect behind this project. With ChangeNOW Summit

11.01.2022 THIS - IS - HUGE! Steel manufacturing is responsible for an estimated 7% of global emissions and is a challenging sector to decarbonise, here comes the future!

10.01.2022 The event has now been adapted as a free 6 - part webinar series which explores Gippslands renewable energy future. Registrations now open!

10.01.2022 If you have any questions, here is a great opportunity!

10.01.2022 Tackling Climate Change one roof top at a time!

10.01.2022 A great budget announcement.

09.01.2022 Beauty within Nature!

08.01.2022 Don't forget to register ahead of Sunday to receive the zoom link! https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/our-voices-our-future-ticke

08.01.2022 Welcome to our live stream

08.01.2022 Confusing policy, first a tax now a subsidy for EV. I'm confused.

07.01.2022 A pioneering project that hopes to make plastics from plant sugars rather than fossil fuels. Globally around 300 million tonnes of plastic is made from fossil fuels every year, which is a major contributor to the climate crisis.

06.01.2022 We need to act now! We have the solutions and need to act quickly to implementing them. the next 10 years are crucial for our planet and our way of life.

05.01.2022 With the worlds first paper-based spirits bottle that is 100% plastic-free you really can have you drink and save the planet too

04.01.2022 A Big Battery in our backyard.

04.01.2022 We are in an era of climate change ... we need to be more responsive"

04.01.2022 New energy creates new jobs and a cleaner sustainable environment.

01.01.2022 Check out some of the extra short videos for the Fight for Planet A series! One of them has Craig speaking to our very own ex Hazelwood worker Chris Barefoot, who manages our Power Hub project. https://iview.abc.net.au//fight-for-planet-a-our-climate-c

01.01.2022 If you have taken up the challenge to Fight for Planet A now is the time for A Plan!

01.01.2022 The offshore wind is industry is continuing to grow rapidly. New research shows the total pipeline of offshore wind projects around the world has grown by nearl...y 50% this year despite the challenges of COVID-19. We’re excited about this growth and what it could mean for offshore wind in Gippsland and Australia. See more