Sutherland Climate Action Network helps raise awareness about climate change and promotes strong action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across Sutherland Shire, New South Wales, Australia and the world. Sutherland Climate Action Network (Sutherland CAN, or SCAN) is a group of Sutherland Shire residents deeply concerned about the threat climate change poses to our world, and to the future faced by our children and grandchildren. We formed in 2007 to help raise awareness and promote action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in our area and to support strong action across New South Wales, Australia and the world. SCAN is affiliated with Sutherland Shire Environment Centre and the Climate Emergency Network.
Sutherland Climate Action Network is a group of local residents concerned about the threat that climate change poses to the world our children and grandchildren will inherit. We have formed to help raise awareness and promote action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in our area and to support strong action in NSW and Australia. We are affiliated with Sutherland Shire Environment Centre but are otherwise totally independent. Read more below, or browse the forums and blogs in our online community.
IN THE HOT SEAT – 30th October
Candidates for Cook federal electorate front up to climate change. Details below »
In the HOT Seat
TheBigSwitch.org.au has identified ten solutions to reduce Australia’s emissions at least 30% by 2020. See how candidates rate in Cook and Hughes.
The Big Switch
Walk Against Warming Sunday 11 Nov
Australia’s community day of action – a fun, positive day for all the family! More info »
Join us! Front carriage, 11:43am Cronulla train, Sutherland 12:01pm. Walk 1pm from The Domain. Walk Against Warming Sunday 11 Nov
Climate change is the biggest issue facing humanity.
But what can one person do?
How about this for starters:
Vote climate! See how the peak environment groups’ The Big Switch campaign rates the parties on climate change. And check the candidates’ ratings for our local electorates of Cook and Hughes.
Switch to green electricity – compare prices and benefits at Green Electricity Watch.
Did you know? You can get 10% GreenPower at no extra cost from four different suppliers.
100% GreenPower is available from just $4.40 extra per week.
Leave the car at home – take public transport, walk or ride a bike instead
Lobby governments to reduce use of fossil fuels and invest in renewable energy.
Write a letter a month with the Citizens’ Climate Campaign.
Buy only appliances with good energy ratings
Buy low energy light bulbs – yes, even for downlights! Turn lights off whenever not in use.
Use fans and fresh air instead of air conditioning – dress warmly in winter
Reduce or offset your air travel
Buy recycled or plantation timber products only – not rainforest or old-growth timber
Join us! Share your ideas for action in the community – see contact details below
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