Brimbank is one of 51 Victorian councils to have slashed its energy bills and reduced emissions through the Victorian Energy Collaboration (VECO), a joint renewable electricity contract.
VECO has reduced Brimbank Council's electricity bill and its greenhouse gas emissions by 8,246 tonnes of carbon dioxide.
The long-term contract with Red Energy will continue to protect councils from record high wholesale prices in the coming years and help to increase the stability of the State's energy system.
Approximately 172,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions have been saved by the 51 councils in the first 12 months, which is equivalent to powering up to 35,000 homes or taking 66,000 cars off the road each year.
The cllective investment in Victorian renewables has delivered electricity 25 per cent cheaper over the first 12 months.
Initiated by and facilitated with the Victorian Greenhouse Alliances, now led by Glen Eira City Council, VECO recognizes the benefits of renewable energy for the environment and the economy.
Owned by Snowy Hydro, Red Energy is a 100 per cent Australian-owned and operated energy retailer based in Melbourne.
Quotes to be attributed to Brimbank Mayor Cr Bruce Lancashire:
"As part of VECO, Brimbank's renewable energy is now being provided by two wind farms in Victoria – Dundonnell Wind Farm near Mortlake and Murra Warra II Wind Farm, near Horsham.
"This helps Brimbank Council get closer to its target of net zero emissions in Council's operations by 2030, and Council has also made significant savings on its energy bills since signing onto the contract. It's a great outcome for the environment and Brimbank's bottom-line."
