Free Online Energy Workshops
We're hosting a series of free online workshops to help you gain independent and reliable advice on a range of energy topics.
With sessions designed for renters to homeowners, you're bound to find value in one of our upcoming webinars.
You can also watch back on a past session covering topics like energy efficiency, electric appliances, solar and batteries.
Upcoming webinars
Saturday 4 May 2024: Electrify Your Home
Time: 10.00am - 11.30am
Location: Online via Zoom
Cost: Free
The State Government is phasing gas out of households because of the rising cost of gas bills, health concerns, and to help communities reduce emissions for a cleaner, brighter future. In fact, from 1 January 2024, gas connections in new homes were banned in Victoria.
So when it’s time to replace your household appliances, choose electric. It's healthier, cheaper to run, better for the environment, and essential to a comfortable, modern home.
Join this webinar for practical advice on where to start and what steps to take.
Click here to register now.
Wednesday 24 July 2024: Energy efficiency for renters
Time: 7.00pm - 8.30pm
Location: Online via Zoom
Cost: Free
Energy efficient homes are more comfortable and cheaper to heat, and there are some simple improvements you can make even in a rental property.
Come along to this online event to find out more. Presented by energy experts Renew on behalf of the Western Alliance for Greenhouse Action.
Book your place and join us in this 90 minute session with plenty of time for questions.
Click here to register now.
Tuesday 3 September 2024: Home battery storage
Time: 7.00pm - 8.30pm
Location: Online via Zoom
Cost: Free
If you already have rooftop solar and are considering home battery storage, then this event is for you.
Come along to this online event to find out if the return on investment stacks up. Presented by energy experts Renew on behalf of the Western Alliance for Greenhouse Action.
Book your place and join us in this 90 minute session with plenty of time for questions.
Click here to register now.
Thursday 28 November 2024: Electric vehicles
Time: 7.00pm - 8.30pm
Location: Online via Zoom
Cost: Free
Electric vehicles are finally arriving in Australia. So what sort of home setup is required, and what are things to look out for when thinking about buying one?
Come along to this online event to find out more. Presented by energy experts Renew on behalf of the Western Alliance for Greenhouse Action.
Book your place and join us in this 90 minute session with plenty of time for questions.
Click here to register now.
Past webinars
All webinars in our free online energy series are recorded and available to watch shortly after the session.
Watch past workshop recordings
Buying greenpower - Tuesday 28 February 2023
Finding a greenpower option can be fraught with complexity. This expert-led workshop helps people find a deal that's good for them and the earth.
All-electric homes - Tuesday 2 May 2023
Tune in for the latest advice on transitioning to electric appliances, which are healthier, cheaper to run, better for the environment and essential to a comfortable, modern home.
Energy in the community - 20 May 2023
New technologies are on the horizon, creating opportunities for people to meet their energy needs in super efficient ways. Tune in to learn about virtual power plants, neighbourhood and community batteries, energy sharing, microgrids, solar gardens and other opportunities available to you now or in the near future.
Winter Energy Efficiency for Renters - 17 July 2023
Energy efficient homes are more comfortable and cheaper to heat, and there are some simple improvements you can make even in a rental property. Tune in to find out more.
Winter Energy Efficiency for Home Owners - 17 July 2023
With rising energy prices, now is the time to make your home more energy efficient. Not only will you save money, but you will be warmer this winter. So where do you start, and what things are best to prioritise? Tune in to this webinar to find out more.
Electric Vehicles - 24 July 2023
With fuel prices rising steadily, it’s time for Australians to embrace electric vehicles. But finding independent advice can be tricky! Tune in to find out the information that you need to go electric.
Solar and Batteries - 15 August 2023
Choosing the right rooftop solar for your home can be difficult, and home battery setups can be equally confusing. This webinar will give you the information that you need to make informed choices.
Summer Energy Efficiency - 22 November 2023
During Summer heatwaves, energy efficiency in the home becomes crucial for health as well as comfort. Yet many Australian homes need major improvement, and some changes are simple and affordable. Watch this webinar to find out more.
Designing for Resilience - 15 February 2024
With extreme weather events becoming more common, it’s time to start thinking about how to retrofit, renovate, or design your home to be resilient for years to come.
This free series of workshops is presented by Hobsons Bay City Council in collaboration with the Western Alliance for Greenhouse Action and the sustainability experts at Renew, who have been providing independent energy advice for over 40 years.
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