Our first Net Zero Expo was held on 2 June 2024 for residents and local business - to showcase ideas and inspiration across solar, energy, electric vehicles, e-bikes, sustainable living and the circular economy.
Expert panelists discussed the net zero topics of solar, electrification and energy efficiency, green transport and the circular economy. It was a true community collaboration, with thousands of conversations across the day about how we can all reduce our emissions and reduce the impacts of climate change.
The Northern Beaches produces approximately two million tonnes of carbon dioxide a year; our emission-intensive lifestyles are contributing to changing global temperatures and impacting our unique local environment. You can check the Northern Beaches Environment & Climate Change dashboard to see how your suburb is faring. Collective change can make a difference - use the below info to help you on your own net zero journey.
Please see below links for more information to help with your Net Zero journey.
Further information can be found in Council’s strategies
Net Zero Expo - panel discussion slides and audio recordings
Click on the links below to open the slides presented and hear the audio recording for each of our panel discussions.
Net Zero - The Big Picture
The big picture! What is Net Zero? How will we get there? What is government’s role in all this? What do our young people think? Tips for residents and businesses on their journey towards net zero.
Simplifying Solar for Home & Business
If you think rooftop solar is just too hard or complex think again! We are Simplifying Solar for you. We cover the benefits of solar, batteries, solar for strata, payback time, how to avoid solar sharks, VPPs and more.
Benefits of Electrification
Let’s discuss electrification, the reasons to get off gas and how to save money. We take you through an achievable home and business electrification journey – what’s first, what’s cheapest? What is smart / passive building and how to retrofit your home or business. We also talk about government support and rebates as you upgrade your appliances to go all-electric.
The Future of Transport
Discussing electric vehicles and e-bikes, including charging, safety, mode shift, emissions reduction and range anxiety. We explore the important role of public transport and the current and future active travel networks (including walking and cycling) and future micro-mobility
Adopting a Circular Economy Approach
Don’t get left behind. Do the right thing for the environment, our community and your wallet. Rethink, Reduce, Reuse and keep valuable resources out of landfill. Hear from local change-makers about how you can be part of creating a local circular economy.