Climate for Change and Shire of Augusta-Margaret River call on residents to get involved

The Shire of Augusta-Margaret River is helping set up a program for residents to lead casual conversations in the community about climate change. Partnering with not-for-profit Climate for Change, the initiative started advertising for interest this week to recruit residents to help the Shire’s target of encouraging the wider community to reduce their carbon emissions. The Shire has set itself the target of being net zero by 2030, while community emissions were aspirational and the focus of the new program. Sustainability planning officer Katie Biggs said “quality” conversations about climate change in a relaxed environment could help with climate action. “This is a key action under our Climate Action Plan to help the community towards our net zero 2030 goal,” she said. “It’s also a great way to learn about the small changes we can make to drive big action on climate. “The climate-change issue can feel overwhelming at times. We know the best antidote to anxiety is action, so grab a friend and sign up today.” The Shire noted “climate experts” weren’t needed, but rather people who were good conversationalists interested in making a difference for the environment. For more, visit amrshire.wa.gov.au/environment-and-sustainability/sustainability/climate-conversations.