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Engage politicians to expand the renewable energy industry

Lobbying your local MPs and politicians to engage with change on a community level is something you can do shift policies with impacts that flow onto the national and global stages.

Renewable energy is expanding faster than ever on a global scale, with renewable electricity capacity forecast to rise more than 60% from 2020 levels by 2026. But, momentum could and needs to be even faster. While policies on renewables are becoming stronger and driving more change, locally, more movement is needed to ensure we are heading staunchly to a future of net zero.

Lobbying your local MPs and politicians to engage with change on a community level is something you can do shift policies with impacts that flow onto the national and global stages.

Some resources you can begin with:

Australia

Contact your MP

Contacting your MP to engage with them on expansion of renewable energy is is one of the most effective ways of making positive change. Before you make contact, make sure you’ve done some research on their position on climate change and energy policy.

Solar Citizens

Solar Citizens are an independent organisation aiming to protect and grow renewable energy in Australia, running campaigns that utilise people power to put pressure on decision makers and bring about a renewable Australian future.

  • Volunteer - sign up to volunteer with Solar Citizens, either digitally, contributing to on-the-ground campaigns, or in local Solar Action groups.
  • Sign the petition - join the campaign to power renewable manufacturing

Beyond Zero Emissions

Beyond Zero Emissions is a think tank focused on enabling Australia’s switch to zero emissions, publishing research to inspire political leadership and accelerate policy change. They are powered by a wide network of volunteers that willingly give their expertise in engineering, science, economics, business, finance and communications to create climate solutions. You can help further their cause by signing up to volunteer or donating.

WWF Australia

WWF is a leading and global voice for nature, working with governments, businesses and communities to combat environmental issues and conserve biodiversity.

Community Power Agency

Community Power Agency advocate for community energy, supporting Australians to engage with and transition to renewable energy sources, providing expert support and advice.

  • Advocacy - learn about CPA’s advocacy and policy work and how you can get involved.
  • Local Power Plan - get behind the blueprint for Australians to benefit from local and cheap energy by signing the campaign.

International

IEA

The International Energy Agency works globally to shape energy policies for a secure and sustainable future, leading a variety of programmes, training and initiatives, helping ensure energy security, tracking clean energy transitions.

  • The IEA produces reports on the energy policies of different countries to help you understand legislation

Just Stop Oil

Just Stop Oil is a coalition of groups in the UK working together to ensure that the government commits to ending all new licenses and consents for the exploration, development and production of fossil fuels in the UK.

  • Just Stop Oil undertake significant direct actions but you can involve yourself in a variety of ways

Canadian Renewable Energy Association

The Canadian Renewable Energy Association advocates for wind energy, solar energy and energy storage solutions in Canada. They undertake stakeholder advocacy and public engagement with businesses who are uniquely positioned to deliver clean, low-cost, reliable, flexible and scalable solutions for Canada’s energy needs.

  • If you own a business and would be interested in getting involved with advocacy, you can find out more about membership of the association here

Engaging politicians to expand renewable energy industry is part of a larger collective response. Click here to read more.

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