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Join ShireCAN’s Facebook group: to share and discuss the latest relevant information for climate change action. Visit the Shire Climate Action Network Facebook site and request an Invite.
Shire Climate Action Network (ShireCAN) is a group of Sutherland Shire residents who are deeply concerned about the threat climate change poses to our planet. The reality is climate change is and will continue to impact on our lifestyle as we know it within the Shire, due to increased and extreme weather conditions. As a group we want to play an active role in climate action to ensure the planet is protected for our children and future generations.
ShireCAN is not politically aligned, but we are prepared to challenge the status quo, and we often join with other like-minded community organisations across Australia to bring about positive climate initiatives. To help achieve this ShireCAN lobbies/petitions business and all tiers of government. Find out more about ShireCAN HERE
Our Key Local Campaigns
Climate Compensation Fund – The “Polluter Pays” principle is simple – if you make a mess, you should clean it up.
Please sign here if you agree and share with others
All Electric New Builds – Improves the climate and your health.
Let Council know that you support All Electric
Active Transport Advocacy – Encouraging people to walk and cycle for short trips is one way to help address climate change. The Shire needs safer walking and cycling routes.
Find out more about the Sutherland to Cronulla Active Transport Link here
Ways to Get Involved and Useful Resources
How Can I get Involved with ShireCAN?
Why We Need to Act on Climate Change
Caring for Country the First Nations Way
Transitioning to Clean Renewable Energy
Changing the Narrative – Communicating with Our Politicians
Sustainability Action & Youth Climate Anxiety (teacher resource)
Aligned Organisations
Climate Council
The Climate Council is Australia’s leading climate change communications non-profit organisation formed to provide independent, authoritative information on climate change and provide solutions to the Australian public. It advocates reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Beyond Zero Emissions
Beyond Zero Emissions is about accelerating a prosperous zero-emissions Australia. They are an independent, solutions-focused organisation. They conduct and publish research on solutions that unlock economic potential for industries, regions and communities. They also showcase real-world projects as opportunities to prosper in a zero-emissions economy.
Climate for Change
Climate for Change seeks to create a social and political will in which our political leaders can and must do what it takes to stop, and ultimately reverse, global warming. Their vision is an Australia in which climate action is a top priority. Community, business and government unite to make the courageous and urgent changes needed to return a safe climate.
Nature Conservation Council
Nature Conservation Council has been the voice for nature in NSW for over 65 years. They advocate and campaign to protect nature and for a safe climate.
Lock the Gate
Lock the Gate is a national grassroots organisation working with regional communities and local groups concerned about risky coal mining coal seam gas and fracking.
350.org
350.org is a global, people-led movement pushing to end fossil fuels and power up clean, safe and affordable energy for all
