Presenting 1000 conversations on renewable energy to Albo
Yesterday, Climate Action Newtown presented the results of just under 1000 conversations on renewable energy with local residents to our MP, Anthony Albanese, asking him to unlock renewables, given the depth of community support. We’re now asking Albo to respond to all of you on these issues.
Conversation Results:
- 78% of residents feel the government is not doing enough to support the development of renewable energy like wind and solar.
- 93% think the government should be implementing strong policy to support new jobs and investment in renewable energy.
- 83% agree that more renewable energy should be introduced to help manage Australia’s energy prices.
- 90% of residents think Australia should develop a plan to move to 100% renewable energy.
- 78% agree that Australia should put a price on pollution as a incentive for renewable energy.
- 85% think that the government should stand up to polluting companies that claim that ‘investing in renewable energy is too expensive and too hard’.
Our conversations form part of the 14,000 conversations undertaken nationally by groups involved with the 100% Renewable campaign.
Read the 100% Renewables campaign full report here.
Photos from our presentation:
Messages to Minister Albanese
We also invited you all to ’send a message’ to our MP, which many of you took as an opportunity to ask for action and investment, and better representation of your concerns.
Get on with it!
- “The Government are not investing enough in renewable energy to create jobs and build the industry as a viable alternative.” Nick, Newtown
- “Act now before it’s too late, this issue is bigger than the next electoral cycle.” Justin, Enmore.
- “Man up and pull your finger out!” Ron, Enmore.
- “We need action now! It is the greatest moral challenge of our time!” Phil, Stanmore.
- “Take action now or there won’t be any future.” George, St Peters.
- “Please take a lead and guide Australia as much, as possible, into a cleaner energy production industry. Surely it can be done.” Marion, Sydenham.
Lead and represent us!
- “One of the key reasons you are in Government is because Australians want action now on climate change.” Martin, Newtown.
- “100% renewable energy is possible. The community wants 100% renewables. We demand action from all levels of government to make genuine policies to achieve this now.” Catherine, Newtown.
- “Lack of action on climate change will affect how I vote.” Annie, Marrickville.
- “More people are behind renewable energy than the government believe.” Nat, Newtown.
- “Listen to the people not corporates.” Denise, Ashfield.
Australia has clean renewable energy resources!
- “Aren’t you embarrassed that countries with less sun than us are doing more?” Joe, St Peters
- “We’re not utilising our resources!” Geoff, Dulwich Hill
- “We have the resources, why not use them?” Willis, Ashfield
- “Australia is perfect for solar – it’s a no brainer.” Eoin, Stanmore
The carbon price revenue must fund renewables!
- “Invest in the technology – the carbon tax must be reinvested in renewables.” Emma, Newtown.
- “We should have a price on pollution if a large amount goes to renewable energy.” Phillip, Stanmore.
- “Can’t put a price tag on our future!” Eloise, Newtown.
- “If carbon tax is a cash grab then it’s no good, but if it’s genuine, then it should be supported.” Gareth, Stanmore.
Stand up for the people and not the big polluters!
- “Corporations should be paying for pollution. Don’t give in to corporations.” Anthin, Marrickville
- “It’s time the government put the future first and not the mining industry.” Tahnee, Ashfield
- “Get serious about renewable energy and don’t be afraid of upsetting big industry. Time to lead.” Jess, Petersham
- “Do more research on science and stand up to polluting industries.” Rebecca, Marrickville.
