Climate and sustainability

Connect to nature, grow your own food, reduce your waste and take climate action.

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Sustainable Darebin is Darebin's refreshed and redesigned E-Newsletter and our new Facebook Group.

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All about our initiatives on climate and energy, such as the Solar Saver program, and how to get involved.
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To support local businesses on their economic recovery journey, we committed to the development of the Economic Recovery Unit.

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Advice on food composting, community gardens, native plants and wildlife – for experts and beginners alike.
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Go plastic-free, make local food choices, buy green, and find resources such as our newsletter on living sustainably.
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While the climate crisis may seem overwhelming, we can all take action and make a difference.
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What goes into your food and green waste bin, how to use your kitchen caddy, and reducing food waste at home.

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Get monthly updates on sustainability and local events, and browse previous editions.