Geelong Sustainability: 2023 Winner – Premier's Regional Recognition Award
Last updated: 23 November 2023
Geelong Sustainability is the winner of the 2023 Premier's Regional Recognition Award. Geelong Sustainability’s Climate Safe Rooms program offers free home energy upgrades for low-income households where at least one resident received home-care support services for an existing chronic health condition that puts them at risk during heatwaves and extreme cold.
The project upgraded an existing room in the home to prevent uncomfortably hot summer or cold winter temperatures. This was done with draught sealing, insulation, efficient appliances, and renewable energy. The results were a significant improvement in comfort and mental health outcomes, and reduced electricity usage of up to 3,800 kWh per household.
The project reduces the burden on the public health system and contributes to a happier and healthier community.
