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Traditional Owners To Build Their Clean Energy Future

The Andrews Labor Government is supporting Traditional Owners to increase their clean energy capability and leadership as part of the inaugural First Peoples Adoption of Renewable Energy (FPARE) Program.

Solar Boost Makes Government Schools Greener

Government schools across the state will be supported to install solar panels to save millions of dollars in energy bills and cut emissions through an Andrews Labor Government program.

Landholder Payments For A Fairer Renewables Transition

The Andrews Labor Government will deliver new landholder payments for communities that host crucial electricity transmission infrastructure, recognising their important role in the renewables revolution.

Boosting Energy Connections With New South Wales

The Andrews Labor Government is powering Victoria’s clean energy revolution by accelerating a vital new connection between the Victorian and New South Wales electricity grids, helping to secure reliable energy supplies and bring down energy prices.

New Mental Health Services For The Northern Suburbs

The Andrews Labor Government is giving residents in Melbourne’s north better access to mental health support with a new state-of-the-art acute mental health facility at the Northern Hospital.

Bringing Back Public Power With Leading Energy Experts

The Andrews Labor Government is laying the foundations to deliver government-owned renewable energy and put power back in the hands of Victorians, with an Expert Advisory Panel appointed to guide the revived State Electricity Commission (SEC).

Record Year For Energy Bill Busting Solar Hot Water

The Andrews Labor Government’s $1.3 billion Solar Homes Program is helping a record number of Victorians save on their energy bills by replacing ageing household water heaters with solar-powered hot water or an energy efficient heat pump.

Hospital’s Green Machines Driving Future Health Benefits

Barwon Health is accelerating zero-emission vehicles (ZEV) take-up by switching to six battery electric cars for use by staff at the University Hospital Geelong, as part of a statewide Andrews Labor Government drive.

Boosting Businesses And Busting Waste

The Andrews Labor Government is helping businesses across the state to avoid waste and create new commercial opportunities for recycled products, creating new local jobs and industries.

Supporting Landcare Volunteers Across Victoria

Victoria’s Landcare volunteers are receiving more support thanks to this year’s Victorian Landcare Grants and Victorian Junior Landcare and Biodiversity Grants.