Our Renewable Future: a plan for people and nature
Our country is changing the way we power our lives.
We're moving away from polluting fossil fuels to renewable energy that is good for people, climate and nature.
Done wisely, Australia’s energy transition can be a win-win: cutting emissions while restoring and protecting our incredible natural world.
The Australian Conservation Foundation and WWF-Australia have developed a plan for how to make that happen.
Read moreUnder Solar Panels at the Willows Markets
Last Sunday, we set up our stall at Willows Market, right under one of Australia’s largest car park solar panel projects - a fitting location for conversations about our energy future! We had 20 in-depth conversations, with renewables once again coming out on top.
Read moreTownsville's Energy Future is Green
On Tuesday 25 March 2025, NQCC's Coordinator had the rare opportunity to attend Townsville Enterprise's fourth annual Green Energy Forum. With tickets aimed at industry representatives, not-for-profits like NQCC are generally priced out of such events, but a kind donor enabled our attendance. Below are our key takeaways from the day.
Read moreFull of Energy at the Strand Night Markets
What a fantastic night at the Strand Night Markets last Friday! The crowds were out in full force, and after the recent rain, people were keen to get outside and enjoy the evening.
Our energy voting board was a real head-turner, drawing in plenty of curious passersby. We had great conversations with over 40 community members, diving into the complexities of the energy transition. Renewables took the win again, but there was certainly interest in nuclear technology.
Read moreCotters Market Energy Chats
Another great market stall at Cotters Market with amazing volunteers! Once again, renewables came out on top in our voting, showing community support for the energy transition. We had plenty of keen learners and some robust conversations about what this shift means for our environment, economy, and livelihoods.
JCU Market Day Conversations
Under a scorching sun, we welcomed new JCU students at their market day, sparking plenty of interesting conversations about the energy transition. It’s clear this is a contentious topic, making friendly, open discussions more important than ever.
Draft Renewables Regulatory Framework
Read our submission to the Queensland Government's consultation on the Draft Renewables Regulatory Framework.
Read moreFirst Nations Clean Energy Strategy Released
All Australian energy ministers released the First Nations Clean Energy Strategy on Friday 6 December 2024, honouring a commitment to put First Nations front and centre of the country’s clean energy transition.
Read moreChanges to State Code 23 Welcomed
This week, the Queensland Government announced the update to State Code 23 for wind farms. We have been working with conservation groups throughout Queensland (particularly QCC and CAFNEC) to strengthen the renewable planning frameworks, and we welcome this progress. We will all continue to work hard for further reforms with the next Queensland Government to secure better outcomes for nature, communities and First Nations people.
Read moreUranium Mining Would Spell Disaster for Townsville
50km west of the Townsville CBD, behind the Herveys Range Heritage Tea Rooms, lies a sleeping beast that, if awoken, could spell disaster for Townsville locals, our environment and our water supply.
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