Environmental ACTION PLAN 2 Printed on 100% recycled paper: – 90% post-consumer waste – meets ISO 14001 & Eco Mark – de-inking process uses hydrogen peroxide (not chlorine) – FSC accredited mill Contents
Executive summary ...... 2 Our Environmental Vision ...... 2 Our Directions ...... 3 Environmental Action Plan (EAP) 1 ...... 3 Greenhouse Gas Emissions ...... 6 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Background Data ...... 8 Part 1: Greenhouse Actions ...... 13 Water ...... 20 Water Background Data ...... 21 Part 2: Water Actions ...... 26 Waste ...... 32 Waste Background Data ...... 34 Part 3: Waste Actions ...... 37 Biodiversity ...... 41 Biodiversity Background Data ...... 42 Part 4: Biodiversity Actions ...... 43 Sustainability Education and Engagement ...... 49 Part 5: Education and Engagement Strategies ...... 51
Environment Action Plan 2 – 1 Executive summary
It is now widely accepted by the Waverley Council has been a leader and international scientifi c community that early adopter of a new environmental Our Environmental Vision decisive action to reduce greenhouse planning response whereby the long gas emissions must be taken by the term environmental targets needed to “Waverley Council has the focus of the world and given its iconic beaches, it is perfectly positioned to lead in environmental global community in order to sustain secure our environmental future are sustainability”. life as we know it. Recent consultation established. Rigorous data analysis with Waverley residents has confi rmed and cost benefi t feasibilities of potential Web Forum contributor that our residents demand government strategies are then completed to The environment. One word that means many things to many people. So action to safeguard our environmental determine where we need to focus our much of our life depends on it. And right now, the environment is depending future. Stabilising emissions to maintain efforts in the short term to deliver our on us. In keeping with the “think big, act local” slogan, there is a lot that an acceptable global climate, ensuring targets. This new planning response Waverley as a local community can do to contribute positively to a sustainable Waverley is able to cope with sea level acknowledges that Council may not environment. Council aims to take a lead role, through the creation of plans, rise and other climate change impacts, have all of the answers at this point in policies and programs that engage, equip and inspire our community into securing non-potable water supplies, time and is upfront about identifying taking action to reduce our use of resources and be great custodians of the managing waste as a valuable resource any defi cit or gap that may exist in our natural assets we have been blessed with. and protecting and enhancing our local current plan. However, it acknowledges plants and animals are high priorities that we must keep striving toward for the Waverley community. It has also our long-term environmental goals been acknowledged by the community to prevent further human induced that Council can not do it alone – environmental degradation. positive environmental change requires all levels of government, the private sector and the community working together. Local government occupies a unique position in the community, both as a leader and potential driver of environmental change and also as a facilitator for residents and local businesses to change their own behaviours and practices.
2 – Waverley Council Our Directions Environmental Action Plan (EAP) 1
EAP 1 represented Council drawing integrated all of the existing single issue E1 Waverley’s community contributes to the reduction of greenhouse gas a line in the sand with environmental environmental plans into one document. emissions. planning and acknowledging we To publish EAP 1 signifi cant work E2 Waverley and its community is well prepared for the impacts of climate needed a more rigorous data driven was undertaken to establish current change planning response to safeguard our environmental trends for Council and environmental future. No longer were the Local Government Area (LGA) and E3 Waverley’s community, including its visitors, reduces the amount of waste it easily achievable targets and generic within this process knowledge gaps generates and increases the amount it reuses and recycles. actions going to deliver what the global were discovered. With the evolving E4 Water is used carefully and sparingly in Waverley’s buildings, gardens, scientifi c community is telling us we nature of the EAP, EAP 2 has been businesses and Council operations. needed to achieve to sustain our local designed to deliver a far greater depth E5 The waterways and beaches are clean and free of pollutants. environment as we know it. We needed of understanding around local issues to set ambitious environmental targets and opportunities for maximising cost E6 A network of parks and coastal reserves, street trees and other plantings informed by contemporary science and effective environmental management. provide a habitat for a thriving local ecology. then let data tell us where we need Specifi cally, EAP2 and beyond is E7 Our coastal waters provide a habitat for a thriving marine ecology. to respond with action. We needed designed to quantify the potential to acknowledge the unique position contribution of individual actions and E8 Waverley is an environmentally educated and committed community. that Local Government holds in the measures towards achieving overall community and use this to the best targets. To deliver our vision we will: of our ability to drive environmental The plan is structured around our fi ve ■ Accept the critical urgency of greenhouse gas reduction and climate change change. Change in the community, in key areas in environmental management adaptation and mitigation; government and in the private sector. – greenhouse, water, waste, biodiversity Subsequently we needed to set targets ■ Remain conversant with community expectation; and sustainability engagement and not just for Waverley Council as an education. To close critical knowledge ■ Plan, monitor and evaluate actions to ensure they are fi nancially responsible organisation. We needed to establish gaps in these areas, the following and technically feasible; long term targets for our community program of investigation and planning ■ Investigate innovative solutions and methods of engagement to assist our that would deliver the environmental has been completed to inform EAP2 and residents to improve the effi ciency of their lifestyle; outcomes needed to effect positive beyond. change on a global scale. ■ Lobby State and Federal Government to legislate policy that complements local action; and EAP 1 was adopted by Council in ■ Deliver actions that will help us achieve our long term environmental targets for December 2008. The plan established the best value for money. the new, long term and community based environmental targets and
Environment Action Plan 2 – 3 EAP2 Completed Technical Studies TALKING WITH RESIDENTS… Web Based Discussion: An interactive web forum that was used to involve the Project Priority EAP 2 was completed as part of a wider community in discussion around Council wide Integrated Planning the WT2 projects. A. Community consultation on EAP1 targets EAP2 Program designed to develop Council’s next Strategic Plan, Waverley Together Community Event: The Waverley Have B. Greenhouse Gas Emissions Modelling EAP2 2 (WT2). EAP 2 is designed as a a Say Day was held in August 2009 supporting document to WT2 and is and invited residents to comment on C. Greenhouse Gas Emission cost/benefi t action planning EAP2 therefore directed by Council’s broader Council’s strategic direction in the areas strategic vision. Other WT2 supporting of assets, environment and fi nances. D. Baseline fl ora and fauna survey to establish total species EAP2 plans are: Community Survey: 500 randomly numbers ■ Strategic Asset Management Plan 3 selected residents were surveyed via E. Baseline marine intertidal biodiversity survey EAP2 (SAMP3) telephone in May 2009 on general satisfaction levels with Council services ■ Long Term Financial Plan 2 (LTFP2) All of the outcomes of the Integrated F. Water management cost/benefi t action planning EAP2 ■ The Workforce Plan (WP1). Engagement Strategy have informed the A signifi cant component of the WT2 targets, directions and actions of EAP2. G. Waste management cost/benefi t action planning EAP2 planning process was the development EAP2 is a 10 year plan for environmental and delivery of an Integrated protection and management within the Engagement Strategy to ensure WT2 H. Biodiversity cost/benefi t action planning EAP2 Waverley LGA. EAP2 is directed by and all supporting plans (including the broad vision and directions set in EAP2) best refl ected community WT2 and developed in partnership with expectations. The three types of the community. EAP2 then sets the consultation completed were: direction for Council’s environmental Study Groups: consisting of a carefully management program as detailed within selected group of residents and our four year delivery program. ratepayers who are passionate about our area and who represent the diversity of the Waverley community. Members participated in a series of workshops that considered Waverley’s strategic direction across a number of areas including the environment, assets and fi nances.
4 – Waverley Council EAP2 TARGETS THE EAP2 TARGETS ARE: The targets presented in EAP2 Greenhouse Gas Emissions: represent what contemporary science is ■ 30% reduction of Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 2020 based on 2003/04 levels. telling us we need to achieve to reduce ■ further human induced environmental 70% reduction of Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 2050 based on 2003/04 levels. damage. These have been adapted ■ 30% reduction in Council greenhouse gas emissions by 2020 based on 2003/04 levels. to a locally specifi c context for the ■ 30% of electricity used in the LGA is to come from renewable sources by 2020 Waverley area and respond to the outcomes of consultation with our ■ Average kilometres travelled by Waverley residents per day by private car declines by 15% by 2020 based on kilometres residents on EAP1 target. In target travelled in 2006 setting, we have attempted to provide ■ 40% of the total daily distance travelled by residents is by public transport, walking or cycling. a consistent level of ambition for us as a local Council to strive for. These Water: represent technically feasible targets ■ Zero increase in the LGA’s mains water consumption by 2020 based on 2005 / 2006 levels that require a great deal of partnering ■ with Government, the private sector 50% reduction in Council’s mains water consumption by 2020 based on 2005 / 2006 levels and our residents to deliver the desired ■ Greater than 345 clean beach days per annum (>95% ) based on DECCW Beachwatch Water Quality Results. outcome. In some instances the ■ No more than 10% mains water consumption by Council for non-potable uses by 2050. data presented in EAP indicates it is technically feasible to achieve beyond Waste: the established target. However we are ■ No net increase in overall waste generation by 2020 based on 2003/2004 levels confi dent that the targets as they stand are enough of a challenge to deliver. ■ Divert 75% of the LGA’s domestic and commercial waste from landfi ll by 2020 based on 2003/2004 levels. If the targets set for 2020 and 2050 Biodiversity: prove to be not ambitious enough based ■ on performance data, we will review Increase the connectivity of wildlife habitat corridors by 2020 based on 2009/2010 levels, measured as square metres of coverage and amend them. EAP is an evolving ■ No localised fl ora and fauna extinctions based on 2009/2010 levels document and we are committed to ■ No localised extinction of marine intertidal species based on 1999 levels its continual review and improvement where possible. ■ Continually improve the quality and ensure no loss of native vegetation based on 2009/2010 levels ■ Reduce pests and weeds by 2020 based on 2009/2010 levels.
Environment Action Plan 2 – 5 Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Context Federal Context State Context Human induced climate change as a THE DEPARTMENT OF CLIMATE The RET will accelerate the deployment THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, result of greenhouse gas emissions is CHANGE of renewable energy technologies such CLIMATE CHANGE AND WATER the overarching environmental issue for (DECCW) The Federal Department of as wind, biomass and geothermal and the 21st century. The Garnaut Climate includes ‘Solar Credits’ for small-scale 1 Climate Change is responsible for The NSW State Plan includes the Change Review commissioned by solar, wind and hydro systems installed the Australian Government explored implementing Australia’s response commitment to reduce greenhouse gas to climate change through reducing from 9 June 2009. The RET scheme emissions by 60% of 2000 levels by 2050 the impacts of climate change on the also includes Solar Credits which will Australian economy and began with the greenhouse gas emissions. The and to this end the DECC delivers a range department’s main focus is to assist with the upfront costs of installing of programs to assist the community preface that “The weight of scientifi c small-scale renewable energy systems, evidence tells us that Australians reduce emissions in Australia in the and local councils reduce greenhouse short and long term, work with the including household solar photovoltaic gas emissions within the wider context are facing risks of damaging climate (PV) systems. change”. The review concludes that international community to develop a of responding to climate change. The these risks (environmental, economic global response that is effective and Climate Change Fund established in 2007 and social) can be managed and fair and prepare for the inevitable is the fl agship community engagement reduced by strong, effective and early impacts of climate change. Having program providing fi nancial support action and that Australia’s proportionate recently adopted a 60% greenhouse to households, schools, business and share in emission reduction while gas emission target by 2050, based industry for water and energy effi ciency considerable, is manageable. on 2000 levels, the Departments projects. Energy Savings Action Plans soon to be released Carbon Pollution administered by the DECCW directly The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Reduction Scheme will be the main target high energy users including local Change (IPCC) are the scientifi c research vehicle by which emission reduction Councils and contain a range of actions body behind reports such as the Garnaut will be achieved. The Department also designed to improve energy effi ciency and 2 and Stern Review’s. The IPCC Fourth invests in research and development reduce greenhouse gas emissions. 3 Assessment Report recommends of low emission technologies and stabilisation of atmospheric carbon provides fi nancial incentives and THE DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING (DOP) equivalents at 450ppm to avoid the rebates for household uptake of The DoP administers the Building most dangerous risk of climate change. energy effi cient technology. The Sustainability Index (BASIX) online Council’s emission reduction targets are Federal Government recently released planning tool which ensures houses in line with these recommended emission draft legislation for the expanded and multi-unit dwellings are designed to reductions designed to prevent global Renewable Energy Target (RET). use less potable water and create fewer average temperatures increasing more greenhouse gas emissions by setting than 2–2.4°C above pre industrial levels. energy and water reduction targets.
6 – Waverley Council Waverley Response HOW WILL WE KNOW WE ARE GETTING THERE? VISION ■ Obtain accurate emissions data by With each Waverley resident emitting 2008/9 (completed). 16.1 tonnes of CO2-e per year4, ■ Slow rate of emissions increase to Waverley Council is committed to stabilise emissions by 2012. assisting and leading its community to recognise and respond to their individual ■ Reduce emissions by 15% by 2015. contribution to climate change. ■ Reduce emissions by 30% by 2020.
TARGETS HOW WILL WE MEASURE IT? ■ 30% reduction of Greenhouse Gas ■ Greenhouse gas emissions (tonnes Emissions by 2020 based on 2003/04 CO2e). levels. ■ Amount of Green Power used (MWh). ■ 70% reduction of Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 2050 based on 2003/04 ■ Amount of electricity used (MWh). levels. ■ Amount of renewable energy systems ■ 30% reduction in Council’s installed in the LGA (MW). greenhouse gas emissions by 2020 based on 2003/04 levels. EAP2 ACTION TIMEFRAMES ■ 30% of electricity used in the LGA is EAP2 Actions are identifi ed throughout to come from renewable sources by the plan as being completed within the 2020 short, medium and long term. ■ Average kilometres travelled by Short term actions will be completed Waverley residents per day by private within 1–3 years car declines by 15% by 2020 based Medium term actions will be completed on kilometres travelled in 2006 within 3–6 years ■ 40% of the total daily distance Long term actions will be completed travelled by residents is by public within 6–10 years. transport, walking or cycling.
Environment Action Plan 2 – 7 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Background Data
In December 2008, Council Figure 1: Waverley Community Emissions commissioned Kinesis to develop an online Tracking Waverley Community Emissions greenhouse modelling (tonnes CO2-e per year) tool for both our LGA wide The result shown at and corporate emissions. 600,000 Figure 1 estimates The online tool, known as 564,000 the LGA to have emit- CCAP, is a web portal that ted 495,000 tonnes of benchmarks and tracks CO -e in 2003/04. In 495,000 30% Equivalent Reduction 2 greenhouse performance 500,000 2007/08 the LGA emit- on 2003/04 baseline over time and allows us ted 564,000 tonnes of to project emissions and CO2-e, a 12% increase measure potential reduction from the baseline year. potential of implementing 400,000 This is a similar trend various actions, into the 346,500 to that experienced future. By tracking our in Australia gener- greenhouse performance, ally. Council’s current CCAP allows us to make 300,000 emission reduction informed decisions about target for the com- the effectiveness and cost munity of 30% below of strategic mitigation / the 2003/04 baseline abatement projects against 200,000 (346,500 tonnes of our established targets. CO2-e) by 2020 means Based on available data, a real reduction of 38% CCAP establishes a baseline below the 2007/08 ref- 100,000 emission profi le for the erence year (what we fi nancial year of 2003/2004. are currently emitting).
0 2003/04 2007/08 2020 Target
8 – Waverley Council Figure 2: Waverley LGA Projected Emissions in 2020 - Business as Usual Scenario (BAU) Between 2007/08 and 2020, Waverley’s green- house gas emissions are expected to remain Waverley BAU Community-Wide Emissions 2003/04-2020 relatively stable with a slight decline from 564,000 tonnes of CO -e to 562,000 tonnes of CO -e (tonnes CO -e) 2 2 2 under a business as usual scenario. This emis- 600,000 sions stability is derived from declining residential emissions buffering the growth in emissions from commercial and retail sources. Under the Depart- ment of Planning’s East Subregional Strategy 500,000 Waverley is expected to grow as a commercial and retail employment precinct. Councils Local Environment Plan (LEP) refl ects this expected Employee Transport growth citing the potential for an additional 88,000 2 400,000 to 176,000m by 2031. Kinesis modelled a me- Non-Residential Waste dian commercial fl oor area growth projection of 70,000m2 by 2020 which delivered an increase in Non-Residential Buildings commercial emissions from 219,000 to approxi- mately 243,000 tonnes of CO -e. 300,000 Residential Transport 2 During this same period, emissions from resi- Residential Waste dential buildings are expected to decrease from
203,000 tonnes CO2-e in 2007/08 to approxi- 200,000 Residential Buildings mately 169,000 tonnes CO2-e in 2020. This can be attributed to a slow negative (0.99%) growth rate in Waverley’s resident population and slow- down in residential development but will also be 100,000 infl uenced by better emissions performance of new residential buildings constructed under BA- SIX (the Building Sustainability Index) to emit 40% less greenhouse gases than existing dwellings. 0 2003/04 2007 2009 2011 2013 2015 2017 2019
Environment Action Plan 2 – 9 Figure 3: Waverley LGA Greenhouse Gas Emission Sources Waverley LGA-wide greenhouse gas Waverley Community Emissions by Sector, 2007/08 emissions refl ect a community with a highly urbanised built form. Residen- (tonnes CO -e/year) 2 tial building emissions account for 36% of the community’s overall emissions. Commercial Waste Employee Travel 10,000 tonnes This can be attributed to the relatively 24,000 tones 2% small fl oor areas of single, attached and 4% multi-unit dwellings, refl ecting the com- munity’s dense urban form. The com- mercial sector accounts for over 39% and residential travel 16%. Car use in Waverley is relatively low in comparison to other areas of Sydney. This is due to the accessible location in relation to Sydney’s CBD, high frequency public transport and local employment. While Residential Dwellings 203,000 tonnes the average Sydney resident drives ap- 36% proximately 20 kilometres per day, the average Waverley resident drives ap- Commercial Buildings proximately 11 kilometres per day, con- 219,000 tonnes tributing on average approximately 1.39 39% tonnes of CO2-e per year. Despite this, private car use is still the main source of transport related emissions within the Waverley LGA with 51.4% of travel un- Residential Travel dertaken as a driver and 23.7% under- 89,000 Tonnes 16% taken as a car passenger.
Residential Waste 17,000 Tonnes 3%
10 – Waverley Council Figure 4: Strategic Waverley Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Strategies Figure 4 lays out a step-by-step ap- proach for the Waverley community to Waverley Community Emission Reduction Potential reach their 30% target by identifying (tonnes CO -e per year) how the proposed strategic actions will 2 individually and collectively achieve the emission reductions by 2020. It should be noted that not all of these strategies
600,000 are the responsibility of Council or the 22% Waverley community; rather, the strate- gies quantify the potential reduction from 500,000 3% actions implemented at the federal, state 2% 4% and LGA level. Figure 4 provides a road 3% 400,000 map to implement actions at a local level -e)/yr 2 5% as well as a basis from which to frame discussions with government agencies 300,000 562,000 564,000 and businesses to achieve real emission
tonnes (CO 495,000 reductions. 200,000 346,500 If implemented the strategies represent a total greenhouse gas emission reduc- 100,000 tion of 39% on the community’s 2019/20 business as usual greenhouse gas emis- sions. Importantly the strategies achieve 0 a 32% reduction on the 2003/04 baseline year, exceeding the targetted emission reduction strategy by 2%. 2003/2004 2007/2008 Existing Target Increased MEPs Resident Travel Solar Hot Water
District Cogeneration
2020 (RETS incorporated) Accelerated Lighting Retrofits
Green Power (10%) additional to RET
Environment Action Plan 2 – 11 Figure 5: Strategic Waverley Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Strategies Figure 5 lays out a step-by-step approach for the Waverley Council to reach our 30% Waverley Council Emission Reduction Potential target by identifying how the proposed (tonnes CO -e per year) strategic actions will individually and col- 2 lectively achieve the emission reductions by 2020. It is important to note that to achieve Council’s emissions reduction target of 30% by 2020, our emissions will 600,000 2% need to be reduced to 5910 tonnes. This 7% is a 23.5% reduction on 2007/08 levels. 4% Figure 5 shows that with the implemen- 500,000 11% tation of the above mentioned strategies we will in fact achieve a 35.2% reduction 400,000 on our baseline year. -e)/yr 2 1% Thus achieving our 2020 target and work- 300,000 ing toward our 70% 2050 target. It should 564,000 be noted that not all these strategies are tonnes (CO 495,000 the responsibility of Council or the Wa- 200,000 verley community; rather, the strategies 346,500 quantify the potential reduction from ac- tions implemented at the federal, state 100,000 and LGA levels. Figure 5 provides a road map to implement actions within Council 0 operations.
Fleet HVAC
2003/2004 2007/2008 2020 target Street lighting Green power General power Building lighting
12 – Waverley Council Part 1: Greenhouse Actions*
Target: 30% reduction in Council greenhouse gas emissions by 2020 based on 2003/04 levels.
Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Direction Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings (over 10 Program year program) year program) Unfunded Funded
1. ENERGY REDUCTION AND RENEWABLE OPPORTUNITIES Identify and implement energy saving and renewable technology S-L ES, BPS, PWS, E1 opportunities at Council’s top 5 GHG sites: RCCS 1a) Bondi Pavilion - implement short-term recommendations as identifi ed S ES, PWS $30,000 -$255,829 E1 Env Layer in detailed Sustainability review (2.5 years payback) 1b) Bondi Pavilion - revisit and implement (where possible) medium-long M ES, PWS $120,000 -$198,663 E1 Env Layer term options as identifi ed in detailed Sustainability review (6 years payback) 2) Library - Investigate and implement energy-effi cient lighting upgrades; S BSP $90,000 -$345,228 E1 Env Layer options for HVAC (3 years payback) 3) Eastgate car park - Investigate and implement energy-effi cient options S BSP $125,000 -$412,046 E1 Env Layer for HVAC and relevant power factor correction technologies (3.4 years payback) 4) Council Chambers - Investigate and implement energy-effi cient lighting S BSP $25,000 -$155,909 E1 Env Layer upgrades; options for HVAC and hot water retrofi t and operations; and (1.7 years general power equipment retrofi ts/operational changes payback) 5) Mill Hill - Investigate and implement energy-effi cient lighting upgrades; S BSP $7,000 -$64,591 E1 Env Layer options for HVAC and hot water retrofi t and operations; and general (1.2 years power equipment retrofi ts/operational changes payback) Identify and implement energy saving and renewable technology M-L ES $80,000 -$198,663 E1 Env Layer opportunities other major GHG sites (Mill Hill, Customer Service Centre, (4 years payback) Bronte amenities, Hollywood car park)
*For information regarding the abbreviations of responsible Council divisions for individual actions, go to www.waverley.nsw.gov.au/your_council/council_departments
Environment Action Plan 2 – 13 Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Direction Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings (over 10 Program year program) year program) Unfunded Funded
2. STREET LIGHTING Persue partnership with Energy Australia to upgrade energy effi cient S ES, FISS, PWS $290,000 -$498,611 E1 Env Layer street lighting (e.g. LED) (3.4 years Grant Opp payback) Work with other external street lighting initiatives (e.g. SSROC) on street S ES, PWS In kind E1 Base Layer lighting to facilitate change Consider best-practice energy effi cient lighting (LED or solar) for public S ES, PWS, $246,133 E1 Env Layer place lighting POSO
3. FLEET AND TRANSPORT Work toward a carbon neutral fl eet through more effi cient vehicles and S-L PWS, ES In kind E1 Base Layer low emission or alternative fuels Encourage staff carpooling and use of bicycles when on Council business S-M HR, ES $4,000 E1 Base Layer Establish a bonus/ incentive scheme for staff who walk or cycle or catch S-M HR, ES $179,533 E1 Base Layer public transport to work
Examine ways of allowing travel passes to be offered as an option S-M HR, ES Cost Negative E1 Base Layer instead of a car when recruiting new staff. Provide Transport Access Guides (TAGs) for Council and Community S ES, RCCS $30,000 E1 Base Layer facilities
4. GREEN POWER Consider increased purchase of Green Power from 25% to 50% for our top M-L ES, FISS $3,501,429 E1 Env Layer 5 energy using sites following implementation of energy-saving actions.
14 – Waverley Council Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Direction Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings (over 10 Program year program) year program) Unfunded Funded
5. STAFF ENGAGEMENT AND EDUCATION Deliver awareness and behaviour change programs to staff via internal S ES $248,371 E1 Base Layer sustainability education strategy (with particular focus on top 5 energy- using sites) Continue to foster good working relationships to ensure sustainability S ES, BSP, PWS In kind E1 Base Layer opportunities are maximised in all Council asset maintenance and retrofi t programs. Work internally to ensure climate change is considered in all relevant S ES and all In kind E1 Base Layer decision making and planning processes
15 – Waverley Council Environment Action Plan 2 – 15 Target: 30% reduction and offset of Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 2020 based on 2003/04 levels. Target: 30% of electricity used in the LGA is to come from renewable sources by 2020 Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Direction Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings (over 10 Program year program) year program) Unfunded Funded
1. DISTRICT COGENERATION Encourage and facilitate district cogeneration in new and existing M ES, BJ, BSP $636,623 E1 Base Layer commercial and retail developments e.g. Westfi eld
Encourage and facilitate district cogeneration in new and existing M ES, BJ, BSP $137,500 E1 Base Layer residential developments
2. ENERGY REDUCTION AND RENEWABLE OPPORTUNITIES Investigate and implement combined or individual programs (discounts/ S ES $1,241,856 E1 Env Layer bulk purchasing/brokerage/retrofi t services) for encouraging uptake of: energy effi cient technologies and behaviours; effi cient hot water alternatives (solar hot water and heat pumps) and solar PV. Build on and use existing Federal Government and State Government S ES $1,241,856 E1 Env Layer funded initiatives (e.g. Green Loans, Small Business Energy Effi ciency programs) in Council's community programs. Continue to promote and support the Fridge Buyback program Ongoing ES $62,526 E1 Base Layer Address barriers and identify incentives in internal development planning S ES, DA In kind E1 Base Layer processes for facilitating uptake of solar PV, solar hot water and sustainable building design and construction. Lobby State Heritage Offi ce to develop consistent policy to help S-M ES, DA, SLUP In kind E1 Base Layer facilitate installations of solar PV and solar hot water on heritage-listed buildings/areas Continue to work with businesses (small-large) and schools to overcome S ES $248,371 E1 Env Layer the barriers to reduce emissions in their operations
16 – Waverley Council Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Direction Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings (over 10 Program year program) year program) Unfunded Funded
3. REDUCING FOOD MILES Implement policy of 5% local food production in public places L PWS, ES, SCP $620,928 E1 Env Layer Develop community education program on sustainable food systems M ES $20,773 E1 Env Layer Establish local community gardens for food production and local L PWS, ES, SCP $305,684 E1 Env Layer biodiversity benefi ts 4. GREEN POWER Increase the uptake of Green Power by residents and businesses in the S ES $191,833 E1 Env Layer LGA via promotions and retailer partnerships. 5. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND EDUCATION Roll-out awareness and communications activities on energy effi cient tips, S ES $149,023 E8 Env Layer Green Power, available rebates and installing solar PV and solar HW. Update the council website with relevant resources, available programs, S ES In kind E8 Base Layer community feedback and useful links. Run climate change workshops on practical advice for sustainable S-L ES $12,419 E8 Base Layer building design, building renovations and energy-effi cient technologies targeted at residents and business. Approach Aboriginal Traditional owners and land councils to be involved S ES, SCP In kind E8 Base Layer with councils climate change targets as an element of 'caring for country' Develop and implement a communications campaign to encourage M ES $128,043 E8 Base Layer commercial properties to switch off lights and HVAC when not in use (night). See BJ CBD switch (City of Sydney “City Switch” – turning off lights in buildings at night) Integrate climate change and greenhouse issues and solutions into S ES In kind E8 Base Layer Sustainable Schools program. Continue to foster good working relationships to ensure sustainability S ES, BSP, PWS In kind E8 Base Layer opportunities are maximised in all Council asset maintenance and retrofi t programs.
17 – Waverley Council Environment Action Plan 2 – 17 Target: Average kilometres travelled by Waverley residents per day by private car declines by 15% by 2020 based on kilometres travelled in 2006
Target: 40% of the total daily distance travelled by residents is by public transport, walking or cycling
1. RESIDENTIAL TRANSPORT
Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Direction Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings (over 10 Program year program) year program) Unfunded Funded Review and implement the Waverley Transportation Policy so that the S-L PES, CTS $100,000 E1 Strategic mode share of active transport increases. Asset Layer Education and promotion programs to encourage use of active travel ES $335,301 E1 Env Layer Review and implement the Waverley Bike Plan, so that there is a high S-L ES, TS, PWS, $2,732,084 E1 Env Layer quality network of bicycle routes in the LGA. SLUP Work with Government agencies to improve the quality and frequency of S-L ES, TS In kind E1 Base Layer public transport in the LGA Raise the skill level and confi dence of local residents so that they can S ES $222,902 E1 Base Layer cycle to get around the local area Actively promote cycling to work and for utility for trips through the LGA S-M ES In kind E1 Base Layer Increase the availability of safe and secure bike parking facilities at major S-M TS, ES $372,557 E1 trip generators in the LGA Maintain and improve the condition of footpaths, ramps and intersections S-M TS In kind E1 to encourage walking for short trips. Create local area traffi c zones to improve safety and pedestrian and S-M TS In kind E1 cycling use. Increase the use of car sharing vehicles to reduce private vehicle S-M TS, ES $74,511 E1 Base Layer ownership, VKT and parking demand. Improved end of trip facilities, such as showers and change facilities, to M ES, SLUP $200,000 E1 Base Layer increase walking and cycling.
18 – Waverley Council CLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATION
Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Direction Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings (over 10 Program year program) year program) Unfunded Funded Identify and investigate the impacts of climate change upon our natural M ES, SAMPG, TS, $101,023 E2 Env Layer assets, built infrastructure and the community's health. DA, SLUP Develop appropriate climate adaptation plan with input from Sydney M ES and Council In kind E2 Env Layer Coastal Councils Group, and other State/Federal Government initiatives Work internally to ensure climate change is integrated into all relevant M ES and all In kind E2 Base Layer decision making and planning processes
MONITORING AND EVALUATION
Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Direction Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings (over 10 Program year program) year program) Unfunded Funded Continue to monitor and evaluate performance of programs against S ES $620,928 E1 Env Layer greenhouse gas reduction targets Report to Council and community on results annually S ES In kind E1 Base Layer Implement a Sustainability Street program and competition for acheieved S Regional Grant Funded E8 Regional environmental initiatives Ecofootprint Grant Project Establish an environmental education facility in the customer service S ES, RCPP $124,186 E8 Env Levy centre providing access to information on environmental / sustainability issues.
Environment Action Plan 2 – 19 Water
Context (Preston et al., 20086). In order to adapt State Context Water Restrictions and mitigate the impacts of climate Water is a severely undervalued THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, The Waverley Community responded resource in Australia despite being the change, stricter water restrictions very well to Water Restrictions. These may again be a part of the long term CLIMATE CHANGE AND WATER driest continent on earth. Over recent (DECCW) were introduced progressively over a years Sydneysiders, along with the management solution to securing few years in response to falling dam broader Australian population, have lived potable water supplies into the future. The DECCW recognises water levels. In November 2002, voluntary with the reality of drinking water scarcity management as a critical issue and restrictions were introduced, as 99% as realised through state enforced water Federal Context through the Water for Life scheme it of NSW was drought declared. In restrictions. Residents of Waverley LGA is addressing the issue at a range of October 2003, mandatory Level 1 water responded to water restrictions, cutting THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, scales. These include water recycling restrictions were introduced, Level WATER, HERITAGE AND THE ARTS their water use by 16% in the period which aims to achieve 100 billion litres 2 were introduced in June 2004 and (DEWHA) 2002/2003 - 2007/2008 to a level (160 recycled per year by 2030, desalination, Level 3 in June 2005. These enforced kltrs/household/year) which is below The federal Department of Environment, effi ciency programs and environmental restrictions were lifted in June 2009 the Sydney residential average of 186 Water, Heritage and the Arts administers water fl ows. Water effi ciency has been and replaced with Water Wise Rules. kltrs/household/year). In 2009 new the national water framework Water for actioned through Water Savings Action The new rules are more relaxed than Water Wise Rules were introduced the Future. Plans for large water users, the Every previous water restrictions. Sydney Drop Counts Business Program, Sydney to replace water restrictions. New The key aims of this $12.9 billion Water indicates that the new rules were rules are more relaxed than previous Waters WaterFix program and the introduced as Sydney’s water supply framework are taking action on climate Climate Change fund used to provide restrictions, hence an increase in water change, using water wisely, securing position is now stronger. This is due to consumption is expected. In addition, fi nancial support to help residents dam storage levels having been around water supplies and maintaining healthy become more water effi cient. climate change is generally projected rivers and waterways. Under Water for 60% for the past year as well as the to reduce total rainfall across Sydney’s implementation of recycling projects the Future the department invests in THE DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING catchments (CSIRO and BOM, 20075) across the region and desalination a diverse range of projects from water (DOP) while the Sydney coastal region can allocation and buybacks in the Murray- coming on line in 2009. It is expected The DoP administers the Building expect changes of -3 to +9% by 2030 Darling Basin to the Water Effi ciency that potable (mains) water consumption Sustainability Index (BASIX) online and -25 to +10% by 2070 (CSIRO and and Labelling Standards (WELS), will increase given the introduction of planning tool which ensures houses and BOM, 2007). In a report recently written scheme placing effi ciency rating new Water Wise Rules. multi-unit dwellings are designed to use for the Australian Government and the stickers on appliances and household less drinking water and create fewer Sydney Coastal Councils Group it was water fi xtures. asserted that ‘despite the broad range greenhouse gas emissions by setting of projected outcomes, the majority of energy and water reduction targets. climate models indicate total rainfall is likely to decline in the Sydney region’
20 – Waverley Council Water Quality Waverley Response HOW WILL WE KNOW WE ARE HOW WILL WE MEASURE IT? GETTING THERE? ■ Water quality relates to the physical, VISION Mains water consumption by Council chemical, biological and aesthetic ■ Increase Council’s harvesting and and the community – per employee (appearance and smell) characteristics. Building on the signifi cant water savings re-use capacity by 20 megalitres by and per capita. already made by the community, Council A healthy environment is one in which 2015. ■ will continue to increase alternative Amount of stormwater harvested by the water quality supports a rich ■ 25% of LGA using smart meter water sources and work with residents Council. and varied community of organisms technology. and protects public health. National to reduce demand for potable (mains) ■ Amount of groundwater harvested by Health and Medical Research Council water, paving the way for Waverley to ■ 20% reduction in stormwater pollution Council. become a water sensitive municipality. removal (tonnes). Guidelines for Managing Risks in ■ Number of Council projects Recreational Waters (NHMRC 2008) ■ Water quality performance (using TARGETS demonstrating WSUD. and the DECCW Beachwatch Program water quality data collected by both ■ Number of rainwater tanks in LGA. provide a framework for managing ■ Zero increase in the LGA’s mains Beachwatch and Council). risks associated with use of Waverley’s water consumption by 2020 based on ■ Compliance with National Health and Beaches and Ocean Pools. In addition, 2005 / 2006 levels Medical Research Council Guidelines Council also monitors the quality of ■ 50% reduction in Council’s mains (NHMRC 2008) and 2009 Beachwatch re-use water to ensure compliance water consumption by 2020 based on Protocol with Australian Guidelines for Water 2005 / 2006 levels ■ Stormwater pollution removal Recycling (NHMRC 2008). ■ > 345 clean beach days per (tonnes). annum (>95%) based on DECCW ■ % of LGA using smart meter Beachwatch Water Quality Results technology. ■ No more than 10% mains water consumption by Council for non- potable uses by 2050 Water
Environment Action Plan 2 – 21 Background Data
Figure 6: Mains water consumption in the Waverley Local government Area (Source: Sydney Water) The Waverley Community responded very well to Water Restrictions. From 7200000 the results in Figure 6, it is evident that our water usage has declined with the 7049650 progressive introduction of water restric- 7000000 tions. Since 2002/03 the Waverley LGA has reduced its water use by 16%, from 6800000 7,049,650 kilolitres to 5,908,795 kilolitres. Our water targets are aiming to have no 6600000 increase in water consumption based on 2005/6 (post level 3 water restrictions) levels. From Figure 7 you can see that 6392521 6400000 with no intervention water consumption 6288688 is predicted to progressively increase 6208915 6200000 with the lifting of water restrictions by the 6168877 State Government. However, with the successful achievement of our target we 6000000 will achieve no net increase on consump- 5908795 tion from 2005/6 levels.
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22 – Waverley Council Figure 7: Water Consumption Predictions to 2020 based on a Business as Usual Scenario
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Environment Action Plan 2 – 23 Figure 8: Waverley LGA Water Consumption by Sector 2007/2008 (Source: Sydney Water) The Waverley LGAs biggest water con- sumers are multi-unit dwellings (46%), followed by single unit dwellings (33%) and the commercial sector (15%). Similar to LGA greenhouse emissions, Councils water use represents 2% of the overall community water use.
Units/Flats 46%
Houses 33%
Commercial 15%
Other 3.5%
Council 2%
Industrial 0.05%
24 – Waverley Council Figure 9: Waverley Council Mains Water Usage Trends 2003/4 – 2007/8 Figure 9 shows usage trends for Waver- ley Council’s ten major water consumers Waverley Council Mains Water Usage Trends: 2003/04 - 2007/08 alongside total Council usage. The graph also shows percentage decrease in con- sumption over the entire period.
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Environment Action Plan 2 – 25 Part 2 Water Actions
Target: 50% reduction in Council’s mains water consumption by 2020 based on 2005/06 levels Target: No more than 10% mains water consumption by Council for non-potable uses by 2050 Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings (over 10 Direction Program year program) year program) Unfunded Funded
1. WATER EFFICIENCY Investigate and implement water effi ciency and recycling technology at S ES, BSP, PWS $696,658 E3 Base Layer Council’s top fi ve water consuming sites
Improve irrigation effi ciency at top fi ve Council irrigation sites including S-M ES, POSO and $50,000 E3 Base Layer soil and turf upgrades and watering regime in partnership with Sydney SW Water Implement technology based water monitoring program - water Ongoing ES, BSP $120,000 E3 Base Layer consumption, reuse and leak detection.
2. ALTERNATIVE WATER SOURCES Identify, design and implement water harvesting and reuse opportunities S-L ES, POSO, E3 Env Layer at sites with reliable harvesting potential (i.e. base fl ow or groundwater) PWS and high demand for re-use water. Primary site: 1) Bondi Pavilion and Bondi Park- Investigate and implement a water S ES, POSO, $383,957 E3 Base Layer harvesting (multiple source) and re-use system connected to park PWS irrigation and Pavilion amenities. Irrigation sites: Env Layer 2) Waverley Oval - Investigate opportunities to reconfi gure harvesting S ES, POSO, $120,000 E3 Env Layer system and increase supply capacity PWS
26 – Waverley Council Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings (over 10 Direction Program year program) year program) Unfunded Funded 3) North Bondi Golf Course - Stage 1 Council funded feasibility S - M ES, PWS $100,000 E3 Env Layer investigations and development of detailed designs if feasible. Stage 2, Option 1 - Council build system and supply irrigation water at half the cost of Sydney Water. Option 2 - Club build and maintain system. 4) Mobile Irrigation truck (supply Barracluff Park groundwater system) S ES, POSO, $167,161 E3 Env Layer - roadside landscape (median strips etc), remnant vegetation (vehicle PWS accessible). Supply water for Marks Park irrigation. Investigate, design and implement water harvesting systems as part of S TS, ES Costed in E3 Strategic stormwater pit amplifi cation program in SAMP SAMP Asset Layer Bronte Gully Stormwater Re-use System augmentation- system S PWS, ES $35,000 E3 Env Levy expansion to supply Bronte Surf Club Explore opportunities for blackwater harvesting and reuse with Sydney M- L ES In kind E3 Base Layer Water.
3. STAFF ENGAGEMENT AND EDUCATION Deliver awareness and behaviour change programs to staff via internal S ES In kind E1 Base Layer sustainability education strategy (with particular focus on top 5 water- using sites) Continue to foster good working relationships to ensure sustainability S ES, BSP, PWS In kind E1 Base Layer opportunities are maximised in all Council asset maintenance and retrofi t programs.
Environment Action Plan 2 – 27 Target: Greater than 345 clean beach days per annum (>95%) based on DECCW Beachwatch Water Quality Results
Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Direction Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings (over 10 Program year program) year program) Unfunded Funded
1. WATER QUALITY Bronte Gully remediation works - Bank stabilisation in upper reaches and S ES, RCPP, PWS $150,000 E4 Env Levy hydrological design of sedimentation pond below the waterfall. Design and install collapsable pollutant trap at the entrance of Bronte S ES, TS, POSO, $92,290 E4 Strategic Park stormwater culvert PWS Asset Layer Investigate options for improved sewage treatment in the Vaucluse / M-L ES and SW In kind E4 Base Layer Diamond Bay sewage catchment in partnership with Sydney Water Implement water quality monitoring program of beaches, ocean pools and ongoing ES, PWS $70,682 E4 Base Layer reuse water. Pollutants removed from Gross Pollutant Traps (GPTs) and stormwater pits also monitored.
2. WATER SENSITIVE URBAN DESIGN (WSUD) Identify and implement cost effective WSUD opportunities. Design and M ES, PWS, BPS $869,299 E4 Strategic install water retention and infi ltration systems (swales, rain gardens, fi lter and POSO Asset Layer strips), porous pavers and tree pit systems. Priority focus on capital works projects and facility upgrades Install tree root watering/groundwater recharge device in kerbs and M ES, PWS, TS TBC E4 Strategic gutters (link to kerb and gutter upgrade program as per SAMP) Asset Layer
3. EDUCATION AND ENGAGEMENT Deliver awareness and behaviour change programs to staff via internal S ES In kind E8 Base Layer sustainability education strategy (with particular focus on top 5 water- using sites)
28 – Waverley Council Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Direction Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings (over 10 Program year program) year program) Unfunded Funded Continue to foster good internal working relationships to ensure water S ES, BSP, PWS, In kind E3 Base Layer effi ciency opportunities are maximised in all Council asset maintenance TS and retrofi t programs. Work internally to ensure sustainable water management is considered S ES and ALL In kind E8 Base Layer in all relevant decision making and planning processes
Target: Zero increase in the LGA’s mains water consumption by 2020 based on 2005/06 levels Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Direction Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings (over 10 Program year program) year program) Unfunded Funded
1. WATER EFFICIENCY Investigate and implement combined or individual programs (discounts/ ES, BSP FS and $1,100,000 E3 bulk purchasing/brokerage/ subsided services) to encourage the uptake SW of water effi cient technologies. Primary focus include: residential rainwater tank installation M ES and FS E3 Base Layer 2) technology based community leak detection program S ES and BSP E3 Base Layer 3) sub metering multiunit dwellings utilising advanced metering L ES, BSP and E3 Env Layer technology to promote more effi cient water use SW Work with body corporates to promote water effi ciency / reuse in multi- M ES and BSP E3 Base Layer unit dwellings Work with top twenty water consumers within the community to S ES, Sydney E3 Base Layer implement water reduction / effi ciency strategies Water, Regional Ecofootprint Project Continue to promote and build on state and federal government agency S ES In kind E3 Base Layer initiatives
Environment Action Plan 2 – 29 Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Direction Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings (over 10 Program year program) year program) Unfunded Funded
2. PLANNING CONTROLS Update and simplify Water Management section of Waverley DCP 2006 S ES, SLUP, TS In kind E3 Base Layer and include more comprehensive planning controls to encourage water senstive urban design
3. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND EDUCATION Engage with Sydney Water, State Government and community to develop S-L ES In kind E8 Base Layer options for improved sewage treatment at Diamond Bay and Vaucluse sewage outfalls. Run water conservation workshops giving practical advice for sustainable S-M ES $49,674 E8 Base Layer building design, renovations and water effi cient technologies focusing on residents and businesses Involve Aboriginal Traditional Owners and Aboriginal land councils in M ES, RCPP In kind E8 Base Layer custodial water management Lobby the State Government for the reintroduction of level 3 water S ES In kind E3 Base Layer restrictions Roll-out awareness and communications activities on water effi cient tips, S ES In kind E8 Base Layer rainwater harvesting and reuse, greywater reuse, blackwater systems, groundwater use and available rebates / discounts Integrate water conservation and recycling issues and solutions into S ES In kind E8 Base Layer Sustainable Schools program. Continue to foster good working relationships to ensure sustainability S ES, BSP, PWS In kind E8 Base Layer opportunities are maximised in all Council asset maintenance and retrofi t programs.
30 – Waverley Council MONITORING AND EVALUATION
Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Direction Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings (over 10 Program year program) year program) Unfunded Funded Collate and analyse water monitoring data - consumption, reuse and S ES In kind E3 Base Layer quality Continue to evaluate performance of programs against water S ES In kind E3 Base Layer consumption and quality targets
Environment Action Plan 2 – 31 Waste
Context recycling target of 65% for packaging, Division of the DECCW administers ■ Reducing toxic substances in products and no further increases in packaging programs to reach the targets and materials: Federal Context waste disposed to landfi ll by 2010. Some established in the NSW WARR strategy. ■ Reducing litter and illegal dumping: examples of signatories include federal, THE WARR ACT THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, state and local governments, industry ALTERNATIVE WASTE WATER, HERITAGE AND THE ARTS associations such as ACOR, BIEC, and The Waste Avoidance and Resource TECHNOLOGIES It is the federal Department of the Australian Retailers Association, as Recovery Act (2001) aims to encourage well as retail industry groups including In recent years there has been much Environment, Water, Heritage and the the effi cient use of resources and reduce debate around the lack of appropriate Arts role to reduce waste by encouraging 3M, Coca-Cola, Australia Post, Hewlett environmental harm, in accordance Packard, and McDonalds. landfi ll space available within the Sydney material effi ciency; reduction in the with the principles of environmentally region. It has been reported that we will generation of waste; and enabling sustainable development. The main run out of space for landfi ll within the the recovery and re-use of discarded State Context achievement of this legislation was next 10 years. As a possible solution to material. The Department is initially to provide the framework for the THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, this issue, alternative waste technologies addressing these issues in the following development of a Waste Avoidance and (AWT) have been developed to: broad sectors: automotive waste CLIMATE CHANGE AND WATER Resource Recovery Strategy. (DECCW) (including tyres); oil recycling; the plastics ■ divert waste away from landfi ll industry; the electrical industry; and all In 2001, the Waste Avoidance and THE WASTE AVOIDANCE AND ■ recover more resources from the RESOURCE RECOVERY STRATEGY industries within the packaging chain. Resource Recovery Act (2001) waste stream, and dissolved the former Waste Boards In 2003, Resource NSW produced the ■ minimise their impact on the THE NATIONAL PACKAGING and replaced them with Resource NSW Waste Avoidance and Resource COVENANT (NPC) environment. NSW. Resource NSW produced the Recovery Strategy. The strategy The NPC was fi rst launched in 1999 to NSW Waste Avoidance and Resource provides a framework to encourage There are two AWT facilities currently provide more effective management of Recovery Strategy (WARR) in 2003, better use of our resources and to operating which have the potential to used packaging based on the principles which set non-mandatory waste reduce waste. It establishes where we accept waste for processing from the of ‘shared responsibility’ and ‘product reduction and recovery targets for state are now, and where we want to be in the Sydney metropolitan region. These are stewardship’. It is a voluntary co- and local governments. In 2003, the future. The strategy contains four non- the UR-3R facility and the Woodlawn regulatory arrangement between key Environment Minister announced the mandatory targets to be achieved by BioReactor. The UR-3R facility is stakeholders in the packaging supply amalgamation of state government 2014. These targets are: located at Eastern Creek, and is owned bodies – including Resource NSW – to and operated by WSN Environmental chain and all spheres of government – ■ Preventing and avoiding waste: Australian, state, territory and local. In form the Department of Environment Solutions and Global Renewables. The 2005, the Covenant was revised and and Conservation (now known as the ■ Increasing recovery and use of faculty can currently process 175000 strengthened for a term of fi ve years. Department of Conservation, Climate secondary resources: tonnes of waste each year (up to 11% of It commits signatories to a national Change, and Water). The Sustainability
32 Waverley Council Sydney’s waste) and can divert 80% of SOUTHERN SYDNEY REGION Waverley Response HOW WILL WE MEASURE IT? OF COUNCILS (SSROC) WASTE waste from landfi ll. ■ MANAGEMENT WORKING GROUP VISION Illegal dumping / littering targets. The Woodlawn BioReactor was ■ % of households composting / worm established in a 25 million cubic metre The Waste Management Group was Waverley will have achieved a reduction farming. disused open cut mine located 250km established in 2001 and consists of in total waste generation through access south-west of Sydney near Goulburn. Botany Bay, Canterbury, City of Sydney, to a waste and recycling system that ■ No non-biodegradable packaging by It is a joint venture between Veolia, Hurstville, Kogarah, Marrickville, diverts 75% of all waste from landfi ll by 2050. 2020 and maximises resource recovery. ActewAGL and EHN Oceania. The Randwick, Rockdale, Sutherland, ■ Total tonnage of waste streams/types. bioreactor technology uses an extensive Waverley and Woollahra Councils. The ■ network of pipes to accelerate the aim of the group is to undertake projects TARGETS Number of households composting. decomposition of the residual waste and programs that allow member ■ No net increase in overall waste ■ Number of local community food and maximise the capture of biogas councils to maximise their effectiveness generation by 2020 based on systems. for conversion into green energy. The in managing waste in the region. Some 2003/2004 levels ■ Number of fi nes. facility can accept up to 400,000 tonnes of the projects undertaken include: ■ Divert 75% of the LGA’s domestic per year of municipal waste. This waste ■ Contamination rates of recycling in ■ Regional Contract for Receipt of and commercial waste from landfi ll by is transported from Clyde in Western residential and public places Recyclable Products 2020 based on 2003/2004 levels. Sydney, via rail to Tarago and then by ■ Regional Dry Waste Tender truck to Woodlawn. The facility fi rst HOW WILL WE KNOW WE ARE accepted waste in September 2004 and ■ Regional Waste Audits GETTING THERE? has a projected life of 75 years. ■ Community Sharps Collection ■ Increasing recycling rates in A third AWT facility has been approved Program. residential and commercial waste for development at Jacks Gully in south- stream western Sydney. ■ Decrease in tonnage of illegally The Macarthur Resource Recovery Park dumped public places. will process waste from Campbelltown, ■ Camden, Wollondilly, and Wingecarribee No organic waste in domestic waste Councils for 15 years. These four stream by 2050 based on 03/04. councils are foundation partners in the ■ Reduced contamination rates in park, which will be owned and operated residential and public place waste by WSN Environmental Solutions. streams
Environment Action Plan 2 – 33 Waste Background Data
Figure 10. Annual Domestic Waste and Recycling Rates Figure 10 shows that with introduction of the new residential three bin waste and Annual Domestic Waste and Recycling Rates recycling service in 2005, there was a sig- nifi cant decrease in the amount of waste being sent to landfi ll and a proportionate 20000.00 increase in the amount of recycling. This appears to have levelled out in 2007, and 18000.00 constant with the experiences of neigh- bouring Councils, a total decrease in the amount of waste and recycling being col- 16000.00 lected has occurred, This may be a result of the Global Economic situation, which 14000.00 encouraged a decrease in consumption behaviour.
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34 – Waverley Council Figure 11. Actual and potential diversion rates for Residential Dwellings Figure 11 shows the actual diversion rate (Source: Waverley Waste and Recycling Audit 2008, A Prince Consulting). for single dwellings, multi-unit dwellings and all dwellings, as well as potential Actual and Potential Diversion Rates diversion rates if certain other materials 100% were recovered. The diversion rate for single dwellings is 54.6%, almost 15% greater than for MUDs. An additional 90% 6.2% of recyclable material is available in the SD garbage stream, and 13.3% in the MUDs. Garden waste is barely pres- 80% ent at all in the garbage stream which demonstrates the effectiveness of the 18.6% 24.0% 19.8% If all food recovered green waste collection service. Overall 70% diversion is 51.2%. The maximum po- If all Garden organics 0.9% tential diversion is just under 60% unless 0.7% recovered 60% food waste is catered for as part of the 4.0% 2.8% 0.6% waste collection service, or diverted by 4.6% 3.4% 6.3% If all recyclable containers the householder. 50% recovered
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Environment Action Plan 2 – 35 Figure 12. Annual Illegally Dumped Rubbish Rates Figure 13 Annual On-Call Cleanup rates
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Figure 12 shows that the amount of illegally dumped Community consultation has shown that the commu- rubbish collected within the Waverley Local Govern- nity perceives illegally dumped rubbish is a priority ment Area has decreased since the move away from issue. A new data collection system that monitors the zone based clean up collections to the introduction of an number of illegally dumped “piles” as opposed to to- on-call residential service in 2006. Figure 13 shows that tal tonnages should be investigated to provide more since the introduction of the Your-Call on call residential accurate data. service in 2007, an increase in the amount of material collected has occurred.
36 – Waverley Council Part 3 Waste Actions
Target: Divert 75% of the LGA’s domestic and commercial waste from landfi ll by 2020 based on 2003/04 levels Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings Direction Program year program) (over 10 year Unfunded Funded program)
1. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND EDUCATION Encourage roof top gardens with worm farming in CBD & on high rise M ES, SLUP, In kind E2 Env Layer buildings RCCS Investigate use of shared public spaces: composting, worm farming, S ES, SLUP, In kind E2 Env Layer farming, gardening RCCS Develop and support local uses for recycled organic waste S ES, PWS In kind E2 DWC Work with local businesses to increase the recovery rate of recyclable S ES $5,000 E2 Env Layer materials Run community tours of recycling facilities to increase the communities S ES $18,628 E2 DWC knowledge and trust of the recycling process Raise awareness of waste as a resource through the use of art S ES, RCCS $124,186 E8 DWC Conitinue to work with schools to implement recycling systems S ES $62,093 E2 Base Layer
2. RECYCLING AND RECOVERY Continue to educate the community on correct recycling practices S ES, PWS $248,371 E2 DWC Identify key local allies in the electronics industry, suppliers, and retailers M ES $124,186 E2 Recurrent and partner with them to reduce ewaste generation / increase recycling Increase recycling and recovery rates in the residential sector through S -M ES $759,093 E2 DWC education and providing in-home collection systems. Investigate local collection options for the responsible disposal or M $175,196 E2 DWC recycling of non-putrescible wastes e.g. batteries, paints, oil heaters. Investigate organic waste recycling opportunities for the commercial M ES, PWS $20,198 E2 Recurrent sector
Environment Action Plan 2– 37 Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings Direction Program year program) (over 10 year Unfunded Funded program) Investigate organic waste recycling opportunities for the residential sector S Regional Grant funded E2 Ecofootprint Project Promote Council's Commercial Waste Service to increase recycling rates S PWS, ES $5,000 E2 Recurrent in the commercial sector of LGA. Review lobbying approach and develop new lobbying strategy targeted at s PWS, ES In kind E2 Recurrent infl uencers / decision makers regarding Extended Producer Responsibility schemes for problem wastes, i.e. electronics, chemicals, paints Work with regional Council to investigate potential sites for establishing M PWS, ES, In kind E2 Recurrent a Resource Recovery Park, where non-putrescible wastes can be stored SSROC for disposal .i.e. electronic waste, paints, household chemicals.
3. WASTE AVOIDANCE Investigate the introduction of the user pays system for waste collection M PWS, ES $20,000 E2 Recurrent Encourage the establishment of farmers markets and food cooperatives M ES, RCCS In kind E2 Base Layer (food grown within 100km of Waverley) to reduce food and packaging waste Provide incentives for residential composting i.e.. Rate reduction, free S ES, PWS, FISS $107,598 DWC native plants, free compost starter kit
4. MONITORING AND EVALUAITON Continue to collect and report on the amount of waste and recycling S PWS In kind E2 Recurrent collected from different communty sectors. Develop a way to quantify the amount of waste diverted from landfi ll by S ES, PWS Grant funded E2 Recurrent home composting and wormfarming
38 – Waverley Council Target: No net increase in overall waste generation by 2020 based on 2003/2004 levels Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings Direction Program year program) (over 10 year Unfunded Funded program)
1. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND EDUCATION Run workshops that teach skills to avoid food and packaging waste S ES In kind E2 Recurrent Deliver a communciations program that raises visitor awareness of the no S ES, RCCS $40,000 E2 Env Levy smoking on the beach Grant Opp Work with strata bodies, managers and real estate to promote Council’s S ES, PWS In kind E2 DWC on call waste collection Welcome packs for travellers with environmental information including S ES, PWS, $70,078 E2 DWC waste pick ups
2. ILLEGAL DUMPING Reduce illegal dumping and littering through education and enforcement S ES, PES, PWS $186,278 E2 Recurrent Promote local facilities and events that accept household goods for reuse S ES In kind E2 Recurrent
3. LITTER MANAGEMENT Enforce "no smoking" on beaches S ES, C, BB In kind E8 Recurrent Work with events organsiers to ensure they reduce their potential to S ES, RCCS In kind E8 Recurrent create litter. Continue to deliver a waste and litter management strategy for public S RCCS, PWS, ES In kind E2 Recurrent places that integrates infrastructure, education, management and enforcement Reduce advertsing material in letterboxes by supplying no junk mail M ES $12,419 E2 DWC stickers
Environment Action Plan 2– 39 Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings Direction Program year program) (over 10 year Unfunded Funded program) Partner with local businesses to reduce their potential to create litter S ES, PWS In kind E2 Base Layer Grant Opp Conduct litter audits to determine litter types, quantites, distribution S ES $310,464 E2 Recurrent and source.
Use litter audit results to develop litter reduction programs S ES, PWS, RCCS In kind E2 Recurrent
4. WASTE AVOIDANCE Educate community on low waste generating native gardens S ES, RCCS $24,837 E8 Base Layer
Continue to lobby the government to introduce Container Deposit S ES In kind E2 Base Layer Legislation for drink bottles Support and promote local events and initiatives that encourage recycling S ES $62,093 E2 Recurrent of other waste types e.g. Clothes Swaps, Second Hand Market Days, Freecycle Install permanent bubblers in public places to reduce plastic bottle waste S ES, PWS, RCCS $40,000 E2 Recurrent Develop an education program that teaches people how to reduce food S ES, Regional Grant funded E2 Regional waste. Ecofootprint Grant Project
40 – Waverley Council Biodiversity
Context Federal Context State Context development in their areas (EPIs). EPIs provide a key mechanism for Biodiversity is the variety of all life THE NATIONAL STRATEGY FOR THE NSW GOVERNMENT BIODIVERSITY forms: different plants (from lichens and the identifi cation and protection of CONSERVATION OF AUSTRALIA’S STRATEGY environmental and conservation values mosses to shrubs and trees), animals BIOLOGICAL DIVERSITY (invertebrates, frogs, reptiles, birds The NSW Government’s Biodiversity at the strategic planning stage. and mammals), the genes they contain The National Strategy for the Strategy (currently under review) Conservation of Australia’s Biological establishes an action orientated, whole THE BIODIVERSITY PLANNING GUIDE and the ecosystems in which they live. FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT Biodiversity is not static but constantly Diversity is the national framework of government approach to the protection changing and is increased by genetic supporting actions aimed at preserving and management of the biodiversity The Biodiversity Planning Guide for Local change and evolution and reduced by Australia’s biodiversity and is within NSW. The Strategy administered Government produced by NSW Parks processes such as habitat destruction, administered by the federal Department by the Department of Environment and and Wildlife service is a ‘good practice population decline, and extinction. of Environment, Water, Heritage and the Climate Change, aims to: guide’ aiming to assist councils with Arts. The National Strategy considers Biodiversity includes terrestrial, marine, ■ Identify and tackle threats to biodiversity conservation through their biological diversity at 3 levels8: and other aquatic environments. biodiversity day-to-day functions, especially those ■ genetic diversity - the variety of relating to planning and development. ■ Improve our knowledge of the States genetic information contained within Biodiversity CATCHMENT MANAGEMENT all living organisms. It occurs within AUTHORITIES and between the populations of ■ Involve landowners and communities organisms that comprise individual in biodiversity conservation Thirteen Catchment Management species as well as among species; ■ Manage natural resources better, for Authorities (CMAs) have been established across NSW. One of the key ■ species diversity - the variety of ecological sustainable development functions of the CMAs is the development species on the earth; ■ Protect native species and of Catchment Management Plans that ■ ecosystem diversity - the variety of ecosystems includes management targets and actions habitats, biotic communities and that will assist in achieving the state wide ecological processes. NSW ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING Natural Resource Management targets. AND ASSESSMENT ACT 1979 Waverley local government area is in the The NSW Environmental Planning Sydney Metropolitan CMA. The CMAs and Assessment Act 1979 ensures also play a key role in the implementation local Councils consider biodiversity of the Native Vegetation Act 2003 that conservation in the preparation and seeks to protect the biodiversity values of implementation of environmental native vegetation and the important roles planning instruments that govern native vegetation plays in maintaining water quality, preventing salinity and land degradation.Environment Action Plan 2 – 41 Biodiversity Background Data
Waverley Response Waverley’s current biodiversity data is contained in historic reports or described VISION at a regional (coastal Sydney) rather The Waverley LGA will be a place where than local scale. Baseline biodiversity our native species and ecosystems data has been identifi ed as a critical are enhanced and threats to these are knowledge gap for Council, accordingly minimised. surveys of marine intertidal and land based plants and animals will be TARGETS undertaken with key results published within EAP2. ■ Increase the connectivity of wildlife habitat corridors by 2020 based on 2009/10 levels, measured as square metres of coverage ■ No localised fl ora and fauna extinctions based on 2009/2010 levels ■ No localised extinction of marine intertidal species based on 1999 levels ■ Continually improve the quality and ensure no loss of native vegetation based on 2009/2010 levels ■ Reduce pests ans weeds by 2020 based on the 209/2010 levels.
42 – Waverley Council Part 4: Biodiversity Actions
Target: No localised fl ora and fauna extinctions based on 2009/10 levels. Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings Direction Program year program) (over 10 year Unfunded Funded program)
1. BIODIVERSITY RESTORATION AND MAINTENANCE Employ a full-time Biodiversity / Weeds and Pest Management Offi cer. M POSO, ES $1,136,543 E5 Base Layer Implement policy of 95% native plantings in public places (remaining 5% S POSO In kind E5 Recurrent to be allocated toward local food production) Implement endemic seed propagation program for local plantings S POSO $124,186 E5 Recurrent
2. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND EDUCATION Create partnerships and a forum with educational institutions, community M ES $62,093 E5 Base Layer organisations, NGOs, the private sector and residents to deliver biodiversity improvement programs in the LGA. Approach Traditional Owners and Land Councils to participate with caring S ES In kind E5 Base Layer for country biodiversity management. Provide residents information on appropriate native plantings including S ES $24,837 E5 Base Layer trees, shrubs and groundcover Implement a Permaculture course for residents to encourage sustainable S ES $49,674 E5 Base Layer gardening methods Educate the community on domestic pet controls to minimise harm to S ES $71,034 E5 Base Layer local biodiversity Introduce a new category into the Waverley Garden Awards that rewards S RCPP In kind E5 Base Layer biodiversity
Environment Action Plan 2– 43 Target: Continually improve the quality and ensure no loss of native vegetation based on 2009/10 levels. Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings Direction Program year program) (over 10 year Unfunded Funded program)
1. BIODIVERSITY RESTORATION AND MAINTENANCE Establish a Permanent bushcare team (3 people) to maintain and M POSO $3,125,493 E5 Env Layer enhance local bushland (include leaseback vehicle) Develop Council policy for the restoration and enhancement of remnant M RCPP, POSO, In kind E5 Base Layer vegetation and habitat. ES Identify and implement remediation and restoration programs in Bronte S-M RCPP, POSO, $929,666 E5 Base Layer Gully including hydrological, contamination and geotechnical issues, ES Grant Opp weed management and native plantings Identify and implement remediation and restoration programs in M-L RCPP, POSO, $1,209,450 E5 Base Layer Tamarama Gully including hydrological, contamination and geotechnical ES Grant Opp issues, weed management and native plantings Revegetate Waverley coastal walk with indigenous species M RCPP, POSO, $141,364 E5 Base Layer ES Increase native habitat on public space for critical species M RCPP, POSO, $111,364 E5 Recurrent ES
2. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND EDUCATION Implement a program to support private landholders developing native M ES In kind E5 Base Layer habitats on their land; e.g. providing them with design ideas, native plants and ongoing advice. Improve support and marketing of the Waverley Bushcare program S ES, RCPP $124,186 E5 Env Layer Work with Marine Discovery Centre and Department of Environment and M ES $62,093 E6 Base Layer Climate Change and Water (DECCW) to protect marine biodiversity
44 – Waverley Council Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings Direction Program year program) (over 10 year Unfunded Funded program)
3. BIODIVERSITY PLANNING Amend LEP/DCP planning instruments to protect all areas of native S SLUP, ES In kind E5 Recurrent vegetation taking note of statutory implications/ mapping issues/ potential of changes leading to damage of existing remnant vegetation. Develop Bushland Management Plan for remnants / coastal areas / parks S RCPP, POSO, $10,000 E5 Base Layer in response to outcomes from the fl ora and fauna studies ES Integrate biodiversity study outcomes into Parks and Reserves Plans of S ES, RCCS In kind E5 Base Layer Management Encourage residents via planning controls to minimise site coverage to M SLUP, ES In kind E5 Base Layer allow for retention of greenspace
4. GREEN ROOFS AND WALLS Investigate and establish development controls for green roofs (and walls) M SLUP, ES In kind E5 Base Layer and encourage integration into commercial and residential buildings. Establish a demonstration roof top garden on a Council building M BSP, ES $199,029 E5 Env Layer
Target: Increase the connectivity of wildlife habitat corridors by 2020 based on 0209/10 levels, measured as square metres of coverage.
Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings Direction Program year program) (over 10 year Unfunded Funded program)
1. BIODIVERSITY RESTORATION AND MAINTENANCE Reconnect wildlife habitat corridors by prioritising plantings based on S POSO, RCPP, $248,371 E5 Env Layer Greenlinks, Street Tree Master Plan and Local Flora and Fauna Study ES
Environment Action Plan 2– 45 Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings Direction Program year program) (over 10 year Unfunded Funded program)
2. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND EDUCATION Support and encourage residents along wildlife corridors to create habitat S ES, RCPP $59,666 E5 Base Layer that will provide refuge for wildlife. Including target species give always in chosen areas to bridge habitat corridors gaps.
3. BIODIVERSITY PLANNING Integrate biodiversity into all new and existing Parks and Reserves S RCPP, POSO, In kind E5 Base Layer Master plans ES Investigate the establishment of a Green Offset program for biodiversity M SLUP, RCPP, ES In kind E5 Base Layer lost on private land due to development
Target: Reduce pests and weeds by 2020 based on 09/10 levels. Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings Direction Program year program) (over 10 year Unfunded Funded program)
1. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND EDUCATION Develop a program to work with private landholders to identify and reduce S C, RCPP, $27,273 E5 Base Layer weeds on private property. Including assisting with obtaining Government POSO, ES grants for weed removal. Develop biodiversity education resources for residents of non-English S RCPP, ES $5,000 E5 Base Layer speaking backgrounds.
46 – Waverley Council Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings Direction Program year program) (over 10 year Unfunded Funded program)
2. BIODIVERSITY PLANNING Develop a priority action plan for weed management and update existing S C, RCPP, $117,598 E5 Base Layer weed mapping data. POSO, ES Develop a pest management priority program based on danger to human M C, RCPP, In kind E5 Base Layer health and native wildlife. POSO, ES
MONITORING AND EVALUATION
Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings Direction Program year program) (over 10 year Unfunded Funded program)
1. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND EDUCATION Develop a community biodiversity network to educate about local fl ora S ES In kind E5 Base Layer and fauna and encourage monitoring and reporting. Opportunities for schools and elderly residents as a non-physical way to volunteer eg; bird surveys, etc. Educate and enforce marine regulations including fi shing bait collection S C, ES $43,456 E6 Base Layer rules.
2. BIODIVERSITY PLANNING Provide more assistance to Tree Offi cer to ensure all DAs are in line with S PES In kind E5 Base Layer Council's biodiversity goals. Ensure appropriate architectural designs around protected species or M PES In kind E5 Base Layer vegetation.
Environment Action Plan 2– 47 Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings Direction Program year program) (over 10 year Unfunded Funded program)
3. BIODIVERSITY DATA Integrate and update outcomes from biodiversity studies into Councils S SLUP, ES $10,000 E5 Env Levy GIS system Condition survey on remnant bushland sites for integration into SAMP3 S CTS, RCPP, ES $5,000 E5 Recurrent Undertake ongoing fi eld surveys to identify all elements of biodiversity so Ongoing RCPP, ES $75,000 E5 Base Layer they can be conserved. Undertake marine intertidal survey to monitor population levels / species S Marine $20,000 E6 Env Levy numbers Discovery Centre, ES
48 – Waverley Council Sustainability Education and Engagement
Context The World Conservation Union, the Federal Context State Context IUCN (2005) has described some Environmental education is often THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, recognised as the most important tool fundamental aspects of holistic environmental education, including: WATER, HERITAGE AND THE ARTS CLIMATE CHANGE AND WATER for assisting people to adopt more (DECCW) positive environmental behaviours. ■ A focus on values and an ability to Living Sustainably: the Australian In the past environmental education co-create a sustainable future Government’s National Action Plan for Learning For Sustainability 2007-10 has focussed on raising people’s Education for Sustainability was released is the NSW government’s plan for ■ Building capacity for sustained change awareness of environmental issues, in 2009. The plan contains actions environment education. It was prepared and improved quality of life and providing instructions on how to relating to the key focus areas of: by The NSW Council on Environmental ■ Education (CEE) which was established improve environmental behaviour. It has Linking awareness-raising and 1. Demonstrating Australian under the Protection of the Environment now been acknowledged that providing behaviour changes to broader lifestyle Government leadership people with mere knowledge and choices Administration Act 1991 to advise 2. Reorienting education systems to the NSW Government on strategic awareness of what needs to be done, ■ Developing skills and knowledge for does not immediately translate into sustainability directions for environmental education. socially critical citizens to deal with The Council’s role is to: positive behaviour change. complex issues 3. Fostering sustainability in business and industry The plan contains priority environmental A new approach to environmental ■ A strong focus on sustained social, themes for environmental education education has been adopted known as institutional and organisation change, 4. Harnessing community spirit to act. “Educating for Sustainability” (EFS). It in NSW and these themes have working to mobilise the learning’s Education programs detailed in this refocusses environmental education, been refl ected in the targets of our across all levels of society plan that local government can support aiming to empower all levels of society Environmental Action Plan. ■ and leverage off include the Australian to participate in decisions about the way A focus on triggering fundamental ■ Sustainable Schools Initiative, the Green Climate change: the need to reduce we do things, individually and collectively shifts through creative exploration of Loans program, and the rebates available greenhouse gas emissions and (NSW Govt, What is Leading Practice values and ideas. for solar hot water, insulation, rainwater mitigate the environmental, social and Education for Sustainability? Draft 2009) Essentially it is “Education that equips tanks and greywater treatment systems. economic costs of climate change and involves both individuals and ■ Total water cycle management: communities in refl ecting on how they the need for urban and regional currently live and work. This assists catchment-based water cycle them in making informed decisions and management to promote water creating ways to work towards a more conservation, prevent pollution of sustainable world”. surface and groundwater resources, protect aquatic and fl oodplain biodiversity, and provide and maintain environmental fl ows Environment Action Plan 2 – 49 ■ Sustainable production and consumption: the need to stimulate change in production of consumption patterns, and encourage waste avoidance, resource recovery and active conservation of resources ■ Biodiversity conservation: the need to conserve terrestrial and aquatic biodiversity, protect ecosystem health and maintain critical ecosystem services
Waverley Response The Waverley community has always shown strong interest and support for environmental education programs. Since 2001/02, Council has been running a number of community programs including the Sustainable Schools program, Greenwave workshops and events, and the Permanent Wave Business Program. During the formulation of this plan, it was recognised that to adopt the principles of EFS and provide more effective environmental education programs, we need to tailor our communication, engagement and education strategies to meet the needs of our fi ve key community groups.
50 – Waverley Council Part 5: Education and Engagement Strategies
1. RESIDENTS
Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings Direction Program year program) (over 10 year Unfunded Funded program) Identify target groups within the community and determine ways to S ES, RCCS, $40,000 E8 Base Layer engage with them GMU Use precinct forums to promote sustainability case studies via guest S ES, RCCS In kind E8 Base Layer speakers, and community presentations Allow residents to celebrate postive enviromental behavior through S ES, RCCS $37,256 E8 Base Layer running and supporting local sustainability events. Grant Opp Recognise and promote community groups/members engaged in positive S ES, RCCS In kind E8 Base Layer environmental behaviours Review and update Council's website to ensure environmental S ES, PWS, CTS In kind E8 Base Layer information is up to date and accurate Include regular environmental information in Council’s newsletter S ES $62,093 E8 Base Layer “Waverley In Focus”. Establish good working relationships with local media to ensure S ES In kind E8 Base Layer environmental information is regularly featured Continue to run the Greenwave workshop program so residents can S ES $248,371 E8 Base Layer gain the skills and tools required to undertake positive environmental behaviours. Deliver the Green Brains lecture series so residents can continue to be S ES $124,186 E8 Base Layer informed and engaged in debate around current environmental issues Run the Summer Activites Program so residents can gain a greater S ES $124,186 E8 Base Layer appreciation and understanding of the coastal environment Use and support the local artist community to develop works that S ES, RCCS $124,186 E8 Base Layer encourage awareness and empathy with our local environment Run workshops, events, and provide opportunities for residents that S ES In kind E8 Base Layer encourages positive environmental behaviour change
Environment Action Plan 2 – 51 2. VISITORS
Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings Direction Program year program) (over 10 year Unfunded Funded program) Partner with real estates and landlords to provide sustainable information S ES, PWS In kind E8 Recurrent packs to tenants Ensure all information booklets developed for visitors (such as My Bondi S ES, RCCS In kind E8 Recurrent Summer) contains environmental information. Use local backpackers, hostels, and hotels to distribute information to S ES In kind E8 Base Layer visitors on environmental programs. Display information in train stations and on buses about environmental S ES In kind E8 Base Layer programs Work with local language schools to deliver local environmental M ES In kind E8 Recurrent information in their lessons Ensure the visitor section on Council’s website contains links to M ES In kind E8 Recurrent environmental programs Identify new and emerging sources of information for visitors and M ES In kind E8 Base Layer residents and ensure it contains local environmental messages.
3 BUSINESSES
Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings Direction Program year program) (over 10 year Unfunded Funded program) Work with the local business forums and Chambers of Commerce to S ES, RCCS In kind E8 Recurrent establish relationships and disseminate environmental informaiton. Recognise and promote businesses who do practice positive S ES, RCCS $12,419 E8 Base Layer environmental practices Work with local businesses to offer incentives to staff – public transport, S ES, In kind E8 Base Layer active transport.
52 – Waverley Council 4. SCHOOLS
Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings Direction Program year program) (over 10 year Unfunded Funded program) Provide an environmental grants program for schools to gain funding to S ES $124,186 E8 Base Layer implement environmental projects and programs Continue to coordintate and support the Eastern Suburbs Schools S ES $24,837 E8 Base Layer Environment Network so local teachers, parents, and students have the opportunity share experiences and increase their skills and knowledge. Partner with existing programs from Federal, State and not for profi t S ES In kind E8 Base Layer organsiations that promote positive environmental behaviour and practices in schools. Support schools with the writing of their Schools Environment S ES $24,837 E8 Base Layer Management Plans Provide professional development opportunites for local teachers in the M ES $24,837 E8 Base Layer areas of environmental sustainability. Identify ways to engage and support high schools students in becoming S ES In kind E8 Base Layer informed and active in local environmental issues
5. COUNCIL
Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings Direction Program year program) (over 10 year Unfunded Funded program) Implement a reward and recognition program for staff who practise S ES, GMU $2,000 E8 positive environmental behaviours Pilot sustainable education programs internally as a test for community S ES In kind E8 Base Layer engagement programs Underatke an internal sustainability program $248,371 E8 Base Layer
Environment Action Plan 2 – 53 Action Timeframe Responsibility Total Program Total Projected WT2 Proposed Funding Cost (over 10 Savings Direction Program year program) (over 10 year Unfunded Funded program) Ensure staff have access to professional development courses that S ES, GMU $124,186 E8 Base Layer increase their knowledge and skills in environmental practises Continue to promote the environmental achievements of Council so that it S ES $62,093 E8 Base Layer can be seen as a taking a leadership role. Nominate a member of staff from every section within Council to be a S All In kind E8 ‘Sustainability Offi cer’ and establish a formal Committee (with training provided). Continue to support the work of the Environmental Sustainability Advisory S ES $124,186 E8 Base Layer Committee so that Councillors receive the recommendations of the community sustainability leaders
1 Garnaut Climate Change Review 2008. 2 Stern Review on the Economics of Climate Change. 3 Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Fourth Assessment Report. 4 Who’s Emitting What: Results of the SSROC Household Energy Survey, 2005 5 CSIRO and BOM (Bureau of Meteorology) (2007) Climate Change in Australia. CSIRO and the Bureau of Meteorology. Melbourne, VIC, in preparation. 6 Preston, B.L., Smith, T.F., Brooke, C., Goddard, R., Measham, T.G., Withycombe, G., McInnes, K., Abbs, D., Beveridge, B., and Morrison, C. (2008) Mapping Climate Change Vulnerability in the Sydney Coastal Councils Group. Prepared for the Sydney Coastal Councils Group and the Australian Government Department of Climate Change. 7 http://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/biodiversity/index.htm 8 http://www.environment.gov.au/biodiversity/publications/strategy/index.html
54 – Waverley Council
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