In 2014 Council set a number of environmental targets, based upon a baseline year of financial year 2011/12, aiming to reach each target by 2023. These targets are listed below, along with an update on how we are tracking towards each target.
Target |
Progress towards target as of 30 June 2018 |
Reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 35 per cent |
2.1 per cent increase on 2011/12 levels |
Replace 30 per cent of traditional energy supply with alternative renewable sources |
1.2 per cent of Council's current electricity consumption comes from a renewable source |
Reduce GHG emissions from fuel consumption by 10 per cent |
11 per cent reduction on 2011/12 levels |
Reduce emissions from paper consumption by 10 per cent |
97 per cent reduction on 2011/12 levels |
Reduce potable water consumption by 50 per cent |
94 per cent increase on 2011/12 usage |
For a more detailed account of Council's work towards these environmental targets please see its latest State of Environment Report.