Our first-ever Net Zero Expo, a free event to help residents and local businesses get ideas and inspiration to reduce emissions, was a great success!
In spite of the adverse weather forecast (with 30 knot winds and 40+mm of rain expected), the event on 2 June 2024 went ahead although was scaled back for safety reasons. On the day, however, we were very lucky with some dry weather for the approx 1000 residents who had registered to come along. Please note the Bags to Riches second hand market has been rescheduled to 30 June (click here for info) – please come along! And we hope to reschedule the outdoor EV, electric road scooter and e-bike test drives in the future.
The Net Zero themed hubs were buzzing with conversations between stallholders and guests, with an impressive array of information stalls for visitors to talk to experts and hear about initiatives across all things energy, waste reduction and biodiversity. The main stage was busy all day with expert panelists discussing the hot button net zero topics of solar, electrification and energy efficiency, green transport and the circular economy. It was a true community collaboration, with thousands of conversations across the day about how we can all reduce our emissions and reduce the impacts of climate change. There were also lucky door prizes for those who registered and attended.
We have ambitious plans to host similar events in the future. To ensure we deliver what you want, we're inviting your feedback. If you did not receive the post-event survey via email, please click here to provide your thoughts on the Net Zero Event.
The Northern Beaches produces approximately two million tonnes of carbon dioxide a year; our emission-intensive lifestyles are contributing to changing global temperatures and impacting our unique local environment. So this Net Zero Expo was about helping you discover what to do to reduce your emissions; collective change can make a difference.
Please see below links for more information to help with your Net Zero journey.
Further information can be found in Council’s strategies
Panel discussion slides and audio recordings
Please click on the links below to open the slides presented and hear the audio recording for each of our panel discussions.
Net Zero - The Big Picture
The big picture! What is Net Zero? How will we get there? What is government’s role in all this? What do our young people think? Tips for residents and businesses on their journey towards net zero.
Simplifying Solar for Home & Business
If you think rooftop solar is just too hard or complex think again! We are Simplifying Solar for you. We cover the benefits of solar, batteries, solar for strata, payback time, how to avoid solar sharks, VPPs and more.
Benefits of Electrification
Let’s discuss electrification, the reasons to get off gas and how to save money. We take you through an achievable home and business electrification journey – what’s first, what’s cheapest? What is smart / passive building and how to retrofit your home or business. We also talk about government support and rebates as you upgrade your appliances to go all-electric.
The Future of Transport
Discussing electric vehicles and e-bikes, including charging, safety, mode shift, emissions reduction and range anxiety. We explore the important role of public transport and the current and future active travel networks (including walking and cycling) and future micro-mobility
Adopting a Circular Economy Approach
Don’t get left behind. Do the right thing for the environment, our community and your wallet. Rethink, Reduce, Reuse and keep valuable resources out of landfill. Hear from local change-makers about how you can be part of creating a local circular economy.