Council has joined 100 other local governments across Australia in declaring a climate emergency, recognising the serious risk that climate change poses to safety of the entire Bass Coast community. Council and the community have confirmed a shared target of zero net emissions by 2030 and has developed a plan that recognises the role each can play.

Action is required to:

Strengthen the national emissions reduction target to be consistent with the latest science

• Incentivise and support low-income households to reduce emissions and energy bills
• Implement a scheme for mandatory disclosure of energy ratings at point of lease and sale of residential and commercial properties
• Unlock circular economy opportunities
• Provide funding to support sustainable and regenerative agriculture programs, that encourage farm adaptation to climate change.