Geelong Sustainability
Geelong Sustainability is a for-purpose community organisation and charity working to build a powerful community movement for a just transition to a net zero future across the Barwon South West region of Victoria.
Our vision is a thriving and resilient community taking urgent action on climate change together.
Since our establishment in 2007, Geelong Sustainability has become the region’s leading sustainability group with extensive networks in community, government and business throughout the region. We are recognised for our evidence-based innovative projects, which educate and support our community’s transition to a net zero, climate resilient future.
To achieve this, we are focused on three key goals:
Collaborating for an ambitious and just transition to net zero
A mobilised community acting urgently on climate change
A healthy, high performing organisation
Our impact:
18 years of operation
Over 20,000 supporters throughout the region
$1.7m grant funding received
$9.4m investment in renewable energy/electrification facilitated
129,000 tonnes CO2 emissions avoided
Supported to reduce energy use, save money and cut carbon emissions
Thousands of homes
88 local charities
772 local businesses
Over 30,000 attendees at Geelong Sustainability events
Our strength lies in our community and our local connections. By building collaboration and engagement with and within our community, we are creating a supportive environment where everyone can contribute to, participate in and benefit from the transition.
We are a trusted educator, advisor and service provider. We connect people with the information, products and services they need to take action.
Key initiatives:
Climate Safe Rooms - helping vulnerable households be comfortable and safe during extreme temperatures
Community Power Hub - supporting local community organisations reduce energy bills and take climate action
Community Energy Revolving Fund - interest-free loans for not-for-profit community organisations to implement renewable energy projects, undertake energy efficiency upgrades, switch away from fossil fuels or upgrade to electric vehicles
Electric Homes Program - removing barriers to support households save energy and transition away from fossil fuels by connecting them to trusted suppliers, special pricing and quality products for home energy upgrades
Climate education and campaigns - educating and activating the community through events and campaigns.
We’re grateful for the generous support of PMF Foundation and their interest in supporting place-based climate action.
