Community Emissions Reduction Strategies

Barbara Albert Coy discusses best practices for climate action strategies in local governments, focusing on energy strategies, barriers to action, and case studies. She emphasizes the importance of ambitious commitments aligned with net zero goals by 2050, stakeholder engagement, and practical emission reduction opportunities. The video also covers community emissions reduction plans and highlights successful case studies from various councils.

What is the target year for achieving net zero emissions according to science?

• 2030

• 2040

• 2050

• 2060

Which aspect is crucial for building an effective energy strategy?

• Government mandates

• Stakeholder engagement

• Financial investment

• Technological innovation

What is an example of an on-site carbon reduction opportunity?

• Investing in bioenergy

• Buying renewable energy

• Purchasing carbon offsets

• Implementing energy-efficient transport

What is a common barrier to reducing emissions in local governments?

• Financial constraints

• Lack of interest

• Excessive resources

• Overabundance of information

Which council implemented a 2.2 megawatt solar PV rollout?

• Bacca Valley Council

• Coffs Harbour City Council

• Twitch Io Council

• Narendra Shire Council

What percentage of emissions do local governments typically contribute to their communities?

• 5-10%

• 1-2%

• 25-30%

• 15-20%

What is a key task in community emissions reduction plans?

• Relying on outdated technologies

• Focusing solely on government actions

• Identifying and getting buy-in from stakeholders

• Ignoring stakeholder input

Which council developed a community energy and emissions reduction strategy with the help of the New South Wales government?

• Bacca Valley Council

• Kyogle Council

• Clarence Valley Council

• Narendra Shire Council

What role do community strategic plans play in climate action?

• They focus on short-term goals

• They drive sustainability and climate action

• They hinder progress

• They are irrelevant

What is a significant benefit of councils leading by example in emissions reduction?

• It discourages community involvement

• It demonstrates the feasibility of technologies

• It increases emissions

• It reduces government accountability