Surf Coast Shire Council is partnering with the Electric Homes Program to boost energy efficiency across the region.
Council will hold an information session on September 12 from 5.45pm to 7pm at its Torquay office at 1 Merrijig Drive to help educate residents about the benefits of energy-efficient home upgrades.
Mayor Liz Pattison said the program supported council’s goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, enhance renewable energy use, and improve community resilience to climate change.
“The Electric Homes Program represents a significant step in Council’s ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability,” she said.
“By partnering with Geelong Sustainability, we are making it easier for residents to access energy-efficient solutions, reduce their carbon footprint, and lower their energy bills.”
The Geelong Sustainability-developed program launched on August 28 and is open to expressions of interest until October 30 across the Surf Coast, Geelong and surrounding regions.
The program will provide participating homes with a comprehensive energy audit, services and products like solar and battery storage, and special pricing on certain products.
The regional initiative was designed to help households transition from gas to electric through energy-efficient solutions, which included solar panels, batteries and other home improvements.
The program follows last year’s success of moving more than 300 households away from gas, with Geelong Sustainability providing all the necessary information for homeowners.
Visit ElectricHomes.com.au for more information.
