What are the opportunities to enhance and restore nature through the rollout of renewable energy? How can communities advocate for better outcomes? How exactly does a renewable energy development move through the planning system and how can you have your say?
Join us for the launch of our new Nature & Renewables Toolkit that unpacks these questions and more.
When: Tuesday 26th August, 12:30pm – 1:30pm
Where: Online (Zoom) - Register to receive the Zoom link
The Nature & Renewables Toolkit was developed to help communities in NSW who are grappling with how to achieve a renewables rollout that upholds the values of protecting and enhancing the environment, First Nations self-determination, and reflects the aspirations of local communities. It aims to build up the capacity of communities and local environment groups to engage with the planning process for renewable energy developments in their regions in an informed, constructive way.
This webinar will walk through the elements of the Toolkit and how it can be used, as well a panel discussion with experts in the renewables and nature space unpacking the broader issues and policy context in NSW.
The development of this Toolkit is part of NCC's ongoing work to improve the rollout of renewable energy across NSW and is drawn from the reflections and learnings that people in regions have of the rollout thus far.
Panellists:
Marilyne Crestias, Clean Energy Investor Group
Marilyne is the Head of Policy and Advocacy at the Clean Energy Investor Group, a peak body which advocates for an efficient transition to a clean energy future on behalf of investors.
Marilyne has over fifteen years’ experience in government, advocacy and consulting. In her past roles, she has led the design of the first large renewable energy auction in Australia and the delivery of legislation to support the Victorian Renewable Energy Target.
Marilyne has a Master of Economics and International Finance and a Graduate Diploma in Asian studies. She is a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Jack Redpath, Australian Conservation Foundation
Jack is a dedicated Nature and Renewables Campaigner at the Australian Conservation Foundation (ACF), advocating for a safe climate, thriving nature, and a just transition, with over a decade of experience in the environmental movement.
Jack is also the Founder and Non-Executive Director of the Carbon Zero Initiative (CZI), where he works alongside entrepreneurs and community leaders to drive a fair and sustainable transition to clean energy. Jack is a member of the Planning Institute of Australia (MPIA), the International Association for Public Participation (MIAPP), the Australian Institute of For-Purpose Leaders (MAIFPL), and the Australian Institute of Company Directors (MAICD).
This project has been assisted by the New South Wales Government