Climate change
Climate change is a dangerous threat to earth’s people, plants and animals. Merri-bek Council is one of thousands of governments and organisations acknowledging that we are in a state of climate emergency that requires urgent action by all levels of government and society.
The science is clear – climate change is happening.
Climate change is affecting everyone in Merri-bek.
The activities in Merri-bek that are contributing the most to climate change.
Council has fostered ground-breaking partnerships and demonstrated a serious ongoing commitment to working towards a zero carbon future.
Environmental Upgrade Finance is a long term, low interest loan to upgrade a building where the repayments are administered through your local council.
Council is taking actions that reduce the serious risks to people and infrastructure posed by heatwaves and hot days.
Council's energy efficiency projects and activities since 2009.
Council is proud to be part of a number of local, regional and international organisations that are taking action on the climate emergency
Helpful initiatives to reduce your energy use as way to save on bills, reduce your carbon emissions and to make your home or business healthier and more comfortable to live and work in.