GV Community Energy Pty Ltd began in 2008 as a volunteer organisation aiming to establish a bulk purchase agreement for 15 solar photovoltaic (PV) systems for families in the Murchison area. An enormous response from the community saw over 450 people attending a public meeting, resulting in the installation of 501 solar PV systems. This community PV bulk-buy project was followed by a further three projects culminating in 1,700 solar PV installations, 150 solar hot water systems and 31 public seminars/workshops. In September 2010, the organisation evolved into a not for profit company, managed by a volunteer board, and permanent staff who were responsible for the installation of a further 1,000 solar PV systems and 55 seminars.
Our Vision
GV Community Energy Pty Ltd began in 2008 as a volunteer organisation aiming to establish a bulk purchase agreement for 15 solar photovoltaic (PV) systems for families in the Murchison area. An enormous response from the community saw over 450 people attending a public meeting, resulting in the installation of 501 solar PV systems. This community PV bulk-buy project was followed by a further three projects culminating in 1,700 solar PV installations, 150 solar hot water systems and 31 public seminars/workshops.
In September 2010, the organisation evolved into a not for profit company, managed by a volunteer board, and permanent staff who were responsible for the installation of a further 1,000 solar PV systems and 55 seminars.
• Research and promotional programs
• Community engagement and educational programs
• Encouraging government policies that lower carbon emissions and reduce reliance on fossil fuels
• Facilitating the adoption of energy conservation through efficient building design and energy efficient appliances by selling products and undertaking energy efficiency assessments for homes and commercial buildings
• Fostering the introduction of renewable and/or low emission energy technologies
• Fostering behaviour changes that lead to reduced energy consumption and improved community resilience.
Welcome
GV Community Energy are a community-based organisation committed to promoting community action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and encourage sustainable living. GV Community Energy offer a range of products and services to residents, businesses and the wider community to reduce energy consumption and costs. We provide independent, accurate information, assistance and advocacy, and have earned a trusted position in our community.
Vision
GV Community Energy’s mission is to promote community action that reduces greenhouse emissions and stimulates sustainable living. GV Community Energy assists residents, businesses, community organisations and government authorities to embrace lower carbon activities, through activities such as:
Research and promotional programs
Community engagement and educational programs
Encouraging government policies that lower carbon emissions and reduce reliance on fossil fuels
Facilitating the adoption of energy conservation through efficient building design and energy efficient appliances by selling products and undertaking energy efficiency assessments for homes and commercial buildings
Fostering the introduction of renewable and/or low emission energy technologies
Fostering behaviour changes that lead to reduced energy consumption and improved community resilience.
Our Journey
GV Community Energy Pty Ltd began in 2008 as a volunteer organisation aiming to establish a bulk purchase agreement for 15 solar photovoltaic (PV) systems for families in the Murchison area. An enormous response from the community saw over 450 people attending a public meeting, resulting in the installation of 501 solar PV systems. This community PV bulk-buy project was followed by a further three projects culminating in 1,700 solar PV installations, 150 solar hot water systems and 31 public seminars/workshops. In September 2010, the organisation evolved into a not for profit company, managed by a volunteer board, and permanent staff who were responsible for the installation of a further 1,000 solar PV systems and 55 seminars.Over the past five years, GV Community Energy have: Conducted 86 community workshops, attended by more than 5,700 people. These workshops provided independent, accurate information on practical measures to save energy and reduce costs, understand tariffs and electricity / gas accounts, consumer rights and how to manage their relationships with utility providers. Delivered free, detailed, home energy assessments to more than 200 households, many of them low income and disadvantaged. Assessments included an investigation of energy related issues, such as tariffs, billing, recommendations and, if required, assistance to resolve issues with utility providers. (sourced from website http://www.gvce.com.au/2/11/2021)