Sustainability and climate change

Top 10 ways to live more sustainably

Whether you live in a house or an apartment, there are lots of changes you can make to live more sustainably.

Council's climate actions

Council has developed a Climate Emergency Action Plan and reviewed the Act & Adapt Sustainability Strategy.

Bring your ideas to life

Free Port Phillip Environmental Leaders course for 2025 is now open. Apply now.

Solar for apartments

Through the Victorian Government's 'Solar for Apartments' program, funding of up to $2,800 per apartment is available for eligible owners corporations to install solar.

Toolkit for renters

Install solar or reduce energy using this toolkit that will help you navigate your Owners Corporation.

Create a habitat in your garden

Discover native species and create a habitat garden in your backyard or balcony with our guide.

Electrify your home

It's healthier, cheaper and more sustainable to move your home to all-electric appliances.

Draught proof your home

Videos on how to draught proof your home and make it feel more comfortable and energy efficient.

Get solar

Get quality solar systems, batteries, heat pump hot water systems and split systems.

Extreme weather and a changing climate

Climate change is already having an impact. Prepare your home for extreme weather events.

Help your local community become resilient

Take action by leading the development of your local community’s Climate Resilience Plan. Find out how.

Start reducing your energy bills

Make your home more comfortable to live in with this new home upgrades program.