December 2023
Dreaming of a green Christmas?If you’re looking for ideas for a more sustainable Christmas, some simple tips include gifting consciously, using recyclable gift wrap and eating leftovers to avoid food waste. 
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EV charging just got easierIn an Australian first, street side power poles have been turned into charging stations for electric vehicles and the first seven chargers are now up and running on local streets in Lane Cove. 
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Trees of JoyWe're collecting gifts for local families in need this Christmas. Drop off a gift at one of our Trees of Joy in the Civic Centre, Lane Cove Library or St Leonards Library to spread joy and Christmas cheer this year. 
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It's too hot!Join Jo Taranto, founder of Good for the Hood, for a free two-hour workshop on Wednesday 13 December. You’ll discover resources, ideas and tips on staying cool and saving on your energy bill this summer. 
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Next steps to tackle plasticThe NSW Government is consulting on proposed further action to tackle plastic across the state. Visit the EPA website to have your say before 4 February 2024. 
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Renovating or rebuilding?Council provides a complimentary Sustainable Building Advisory Service for residents who are planning to build or renovate their home. Register to receive one on one advice from a local architect. 
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Tip of the month
Join the team from SunSPOT on Tuesday 12 December for a free webinar on solar and batteries. Come along if you want to know the answers to the below questions:
- How much will I save on my bills with solar?
- How many solar panels do I need?
- How many solar panels will fit on my roof?
- Is my roof too shady for solar?
- Will a battery pay for itself in under 10 years?
Find out more and register online.
Council subscribes to the SunSPOT tool so that our residents can be informed about the solar potential of their roof from an independent source.
This webinar is brought to you by the Australian Photovoltaic Institute (APVI) and UNSW.
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