We are committed to pursuing environmental sustainability and climate change action.
Environment and climate action are threaded throughout the three key directions of of our Council Plan. The Community Vision and Council Plan outlines our commitment to climate leadership, and our priorities for creating a strong, thriving, healthy and future-ready city.
Our Sustainable Environment Strategy 2018 - 2023 supports the Council Plan and outlines our objectives, targets and actions across five priority areas:
- Climate change and energy
- Resources and waste management
- Integrated water management
- Urban environment
- Education, engagement and collaboration
Council declared a climate emergency on 20 February 2020, recognising that urgent action is required by all levels of government, including local councils to act on mitigating and adapting to climate change.
Our Climate Emergency Action Plan 2021 - 2024 outlines our pathway towards a zero carbon Stonnington 2030 and a climate-ready future for our city.
Our commitment is framed around an overarching principle of leadership and three strategic priorities that will work to reduce emissions and adapt to our changing climate:
Each year we report on our progress through our Sustainability Snapshot:
Our Sustainability Snapshot will be timed to align with the refresh of our Sustainable Environment Strategy in 2024 and will summarise our highlights and key achievements to date.
Visit Sustainable Stonnington to find out how you can get involved and help us work towards a sustainable future.