Southern Midlands Council is taking the threat of climate change seriously. Council has developed a detailed Action Plan to tackle climate change which includes actions to: improve its own energy efficiency; provide up to date information to the community; advise farmers on effective ways to cope with a drying environment; and assist the community with renewable energy options. Council's Action Plan and community climate change resources are available by clicking on the links below.
SOLAR HOT WATER
BULK PURCHASING DEAL FOR SOUTHERN MIDLANDS RESIDENTS
Southern Midlands Council is currently negotiating with several suppliers to get a solar hot water discount deal. At this stage a 12% discount looks possible. If you are interested in being a part of a bulk purchase and installation deal for solar hot water, please register your interest with Graham Green by mid September at ggreen@southernmidlands.tas.gov.au or on 62545048 (Mon- Tue).
For information on solar hot water systems, rebates and price comparisons click on the link below:
CARBON TRADING FOR FARMERS
Carbon trading information for farmers and landholders - implications of the Governments Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme and options for trading carbon stored in forests and soils. Click on the link below for more information.
PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS FOR FARMERS - improving soil health and increasing soil moisture in a drying environment
This report demonstrates the multiple benefits of building soil organic carbon and practical ways in which it can be done, particularly through 'pasture cropping' as recently seen on 'Landline'. Click on the link to access the report.
Improving soil health and increasing soil moisture
COUNCIL'S CLIMATE ACTION PLAN
Council has an Action Plan to systematically address climate change issues relevant to the municipality has been developed and endorsed by Council. Council's Action Plan is available by clicking the link below.
CLIMATE INFORMATION AND SOLUTIONS FOR THE MIDLANDS
An important aspect of Council's climate strategy is to inform the community about the implications of climate change for the region and to offer ways in which the community may cope and adapt to the changes that are likely. Council's climate change information package may be accessed through the link below.
Climate Change Education Package 
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CLIMATE CHANGE THE BIGGER PICTURE
In terms of the bigger picture, the following report, written by Peter Boyer, provides background to the science of climate change, broader impacts, economic implications and everyday solutions. Click the link to access the report.
CLIMATE CHANGE CONTACT
To organise a personal consultation in regard to climate change or renewable energy options, contact Graham Green at the Council
Graham Green
Environmental Officer
62545048 (Mon-Tue)
0422 936027
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