As part of the 100% Renewables' Campaign's 14,000 community conversations on renewable energy, many people, maybe you, gave us renewable energy messages to give to our decision makers.
Below are some 4,200 renewable energy related messages we intend to deliver to our politicians. You can also download the full list of messages here.
Reading all these comments is pretty inspiring and in the words of one 100% Renewable campaign organiser "it makes you appreciate the wisdom and power that is inherent in people." So come on pollies - Listen to these messages and Get On With It!
Victoria
Climate Action Moreland
It's going to be too late, you have to think about the future, you acclimatise to the pollution but there is a better way; Everything is unnatural;
Need to take first steps, if it doesn't support renewables problem won't be solved
Resign and get people who know how to deal with the issue;
Think long term - food production should be prioritised and we are running out of fossil fuels
Get with the program and start promoting alternative transport e.g. trains for outer suburbs and start treating farmland as a national security issue;
The future of the planet is more important;
Start looking after the planet and start taking our future seriously;
I know its long term, but we must start now;
Wind farms are pretty!
Invest in public transport and cycling infrastructure;
We need strong leaders;
Public tenants want to be part of the solution and government is not doing enough for us;
There's a lot of people out there who are supportive so don’t underestimate the amount of political support that is there that is not loudly voiced;
You should clean the environment;
We are going to run out of fossil fuels-only for a few centuries and that’s it, so we need to live within our means.
Nuclear power is a tempting solution but is a temporary fix and too expensive;
Keep the coal in the ground, it is dinosaur shit;
Renewable energy is an important part of the long term solution and it is worth investing in;
Do everything you can;
Make it a priority, as it is a priority!
The investment in alternative forms of energy do something different;
You should use the word ‘carbon price’ rather than ‘carbon tax’;
A feasible plan for 100% renewable energy is on the table yet the industry goes begging while we give billions of dollars to polluting industries like coal-exporting climate change;
Strongly support;
The government should do something and not be spineless;
It’s good in the long term; if there's less pollution that is a good thing; We need to invest in renewables now.
We don’t need HRL new coal power plant;
More action instead of talking. Work together to resolve the problem rather than debating each other;
To move away from short term thinking to long term thinking;
Walk the talk. There is so much politicking about it - just get on and do it. We can see what is happening to the environment through climate variability. Not enough long term benefits;
The government isn't doing enough and its policy will mean the costs are far greater;
We are a society of over consumption. People are afraid of having less money and consuming less but we should think more about our impact on the planet;
People need more information on what’s available for them to help do their part;
We need to ensure that business does not leave-keep us competitive in the global economy;
It’s a much larger issue than renewable energy-its about getting people to change production and consumption-other species have the right to exist;
Start thinking about peak oil as well and start promoting amore local approach rather than globalization;
Get your shit together-its like Nero fiddling while Rome burns. I think we may have pushed it past the tipping point;
For any decision that is made in supporting the big polluters, consider the larger consequences on humans, plants and animals;
We should put a price tag on pollution but it needs a target for both individuals and business. My message is to listen and make sure you have very efficient communication - don’t work as though it is a horse with blinkers on. See the whole picture;
There are no jobs in a dead planet. If we don’t get a grip on things its going to be all over;
Don’t think of the short term think of the long term;
Look into renewable energy;
Basically stop mucking around with it and get on with it. They are talking about going in the right direction but they are not;
Don’t build new coal power station and support renewable energy;
People want change and now;
Act now, we need strong leaders to make a difference;
Its crazy not to be planning for climate change-we can’t just keep being reactive. All the debate has become about climate change and the accuracy of the science to our detriment;
Our need for renewable energy is inseparable from climate change but we are also making up for fossil fuels;
They need to start with local homes;
The end is far but near-realistically we've gone through 13 years of drought, now floods. In the country you can see the environmental devastation;
We need more community education because people don’t have an understanding of the state of things;
Do something that works e.g. MRET, and very much of a focus on energy reduction. So much to be gained from living more efficiently;
Victoria has the worst polluting power stations in the country and we need to get rid of them;
Do as much as you possibly can, as soon as you possibly can, bring the community along the journey;
Get some backbone. Stop chasing the dollar. Invest in the future;
Investigate alternatives;
Get your act together people!
A stand should be made now- the more we can do now the easier it will be;
Support alternate energy with a view to reducing fossil fuels;
Be more visionary;
Action needs to happen;
Should be doing more;
Fossil fuels are not sustainable. 100% renewables is possible;
Very important for the welfare of our nation;
Go for it
Tackle it properly
Keep electricity prices low as its getting very hard to live
Get your act together
Do the best you can. Not necessarily the cheapest, but the best for environment & everybody
Do it!
Don’t keep puffing wind all over the place, lets do it
If ratepayers have to adjust to fact that landfill is scarce, then big business should bite the bullet & pay the price.
Big business has a vested interest.
Government should give incentives to renewable energy. To new entrepreneurs who are willing to invest in renewable energy invest in renewable E as its the way of the future
Look to the future & just invest in what we should be doing
Try and do a good job for local people
My house has pv & water recycling we need to invest in these technologies
Support you in moving towards stronger renewable energy framework there is an opportunity at this time to make a statement.
Australia is lagging the rest of the world it should be a priority need to be strong not afraid to upset people not acting soon enough is utter folly
Support clean & renewable energy in order to save our planet
Provide opportunities at local level to make it more accessible more clear and protect from foreign ownership
Its not rocket science benefits outweigh costs just do it
Support increase in energy efficiency
There is a small country in Europe doing 100% renewable energy & we should follow them
Climate change is bad and we need to find a solution b/c this is a man made problem
Persist with the carbon tax and just because something is difficult and more expensive doesn’t mean its not worth investing in
Wake up and look around stick to the principles that you advocated in 2007 instead of capitulating to scaremongering by the fossil fuel industry.
People are sick and tired of the way they manage politics.
Leaders need to take leadership and make decisions
Leaders have access to all the information and need to act accordingly.
Put as much of your energies as possible into developing renewable energy.
Shift to solar is good. More initiatives would be good that are affordable for individuals.
Take it seriously.
More education about converting to renewable energy. Encourage bulk-buying schemes.
Focus on positive action.
Work together to get something through.
Politicians should follow through with action.
Politicians should be more serious about renewable energy.
Should do what's best for the country not what's best for industry.
The focus should be on the people of Australia not the business of Australia.
It’s time to invest in more research and making Australia a world leader.
Get on with it and stop bickering.
Prepare for a future where carbon is recognised as a pollutant.
There should be user pays for carbon pollution.
Parties need to do more and take issue seriously.
Government needs to increase subsidies for renewables e.g., solar.
Do the right thing and do 100% renewables
Stand up for carbon price and renewables
New tax system. Legislation to protect the working person.
Keep with the carbon tax.
Moving towards renewables is inevitable so we should be at the front of it.
There should be incentives to invest in clean energy. I’m surprised that anyone not supporting renewables ever gets any votes.
Start as soon as possible and stay away from nuclear energy.
Jane Garrett, please invest in renewables.
Just make some decisions and stop fluffing and the time is now.
If you look at how urgent the problem is and how to decarbonize into the future. Support carbon trading and history will prove you are right.
We need a deeper renewable energy target to 30% by 2025, alongside a carbon tax. We need complementary measures.
It really starts with local government and mustering politics from the base.
We're running out of time.
It’s a no-brainer really and we are running out of the non-renewables so it doesn’t make sense to keep going down the same path.
This should be the most important issue that he addresses.
Just get going.
Hurry up!
To have a definite plan for the future.
If we don’t do something to fix the problem we should all be ashamed, and the greatest responsibility to do something rests with those that have the greatest power, especially politicians
People who want to start a new initiative can’t make financial personal or business plans and follow the German feed-in-tariff. I fully support Kelvin Thompson on population and I'd like him to come to out.
Make it cheaper. No rip-offs like insulation
I’m in favour of clean energy, less pollution
Should be cheaper for everyone to access
More clean energy
Should be free to consumers
More research on geothermal and wave. More action on energy efficiency
Everything is determined by the hip pocket. Money decides everything.
Need to ask people who speak better English
Make more of an effort at every level of government., e.g., solar panels on houses
It is the way of the future. Not a carbon tax because the devil is in the detail.
Instead of putting a tax on everyone there should be regulation of big companies. They should listen to everyone. Each policy has positives and negatives
The initial outlay and trust in installers is an obstacle. There should be a rates discount for people who have solar - hot water and electricity.
Hurry up!
Take s stand and support renewables as a realistic option and make it realistic for business
People in Australia are supportive of recycling and ecological concerns so if they can do something in their home the will
Need to bite the bullet and move away from pollution
Need an education campaign
100% Renewables!!
Make it mandatory that all new homes have solar
Fund R&D into renewables. Not funding for the rich.
Take care of Australia to look after ourselves
It’s going to be too late, you have to think about the future.
Resign and get people who know how to handle the issue.
Think long term - food and running out of fossil food.
Subsidies to fossil fuel industries should be moved to renewable energy
Vote yes for a high price on carbon
Put his (Kelvin Thompson) energy where his mouth is
Australians want renewable energy; it is that simple!
If they believe we are having an impact in the climate, then it is negligent not to have 100% renewable energy
They’re not doing the most useful thing.
The Moreland Council is the most progressive and keep going
Support 100% renewable
Get on with it.
Be courageous! Australia as a world leader in renewables
Say Australia will not profit from its coal
You’re worried about it hitting us in the pocket, but the costs are going to hit everyone eventually
Start spending more money on renewable energy
Communicate the facts so that people know it is needed
Introduction tanks for water/garden
If everyone else can do it so should we
Definitely look at it particularly solar energy save our pollution
Get out and do it.
You know better, you know renewables is good. The only way to get big business to change their ways to get then to pay for it.
Switch off Hazelwood!
I support the carbon price but people need to be helped to find ways to minimise their energy e.g. solar run appliances, gets people, more closely bonded to the concept.
We can’t afford not to invest.
Consider the fate of the planet and the people still to come
More action sooner.
Should have a plan to shift everything over to renewables.
State level get pragmatic liberals and need heavy emitters and bring everyone to the table
It’s amazing what's going on in Germany, we should do it too.
Interest in wind and solar. Press ahead with the carbon tax.
It needs to be given more priority.
Listen to the public.
Waste is not really smart economics.
Stop being pansies, stand up.
Take notice of people who know what they’re talking about.
Dandenong Ranges Renewable Energy Association
Australia needs strong leadership. Hang in there.
Stick with it
Australia should lead not follow in this area
Laura act with vision and push for an energy policy based on renewable
Stand your ground on this. Don’t be intimidated by Abbott
If we were to be a world leader on renewable energy we would all feel proud of this as Australians and reap the benefits in many ways
Action now or it will be too late
Just do it
You have my 100% support for renewable energy futures
Please act now
Get cracking
Please be tough. We need to change to clean energy
Act now for a sustainable future
We should do everything possible to clean up this planet
Carbon tax is not about winners and losers. We all lose if you don’t do it
Lighter Footprints
Don’t pander to the bureaucracy, have the community and planet at heart
Being proactive about Renewable Energy is good
Bring it back down to a simplistic view. Drive understanding on energy efficiency, carbon tax for industry. There is too much controversy; there must be more balance.
Need to move on Renewable Energy, costing families increases, eventually they won't be able to afford electricity
Pull your finger out and start acting like a government.
Explore the options: properly & Honestly,
Be courageous, govern, and show leadership.
Invest in development of Renewable Energy,
The carbon tax is a small part of the picture.
The big picture (which has Renewables well planned and described) needs to be drawn and clearly communicated to the public.
The technology needs developing, let's get on with it,
Stand up and invest in RE, I believe it is the way of the future,
They should encourage people to install RE and subsidise,
Remove polluters; have to send a message, Direct the money from resources towards renewable energy.
Look to the future,
Seriously need to look into it, not just economics but long term security,
Start somewhere, take a lead,
Support any policies that cover carbon in the atmosphere, take a lead,
Support the good point, but give more information to the people,
I am for Renewable Energy and I look to them for more info and action,
Should invest in R&D,
Don’t act in isolation, it’s premature,
Get behind Renewable Energy,
Start and Go immediately,
I want clear information about the issue
No to nuclear,
Don’t flinch on the issue,
Don’t be conned by vested interests,
Think about renewables more carefully,
More should be done,
Renewable Energy is highly underutilized and should be used more,
Don’t worry until it’s too late,
Better concessions for RE.
Consider the future, think long term,
Long term planning required. Too short term.
Fighting internally and externally. This is the most urgent thing on your desk.
This is the future of the country’s economy, health and welfare,
Investigate and explore,
It makes sense,
Continue to make accurate and up to date information of relative costs and benefits,
Short-term focus, Energy is a long-term issue. Not achievable within their term. Look for the long term,
Implement policy that does what they know is the right thing for the future,
Cheaper and more solar panels,
Better forward planning and bipartisan support,
Do some research and come back with informed dialogue,
Properly audit big polluters.
Transfer money to help those worse off.
To be more efficient in energy use.
We should copy the UK but I don’t know much and I think we can’t do much, nature is too strong,
Provide better tax incentives for individuals/businesses to do more renewables,
What have you done for the community?
Support Renewables,
Investments in renewables,
Use money wisely,
Choose the right ones.
Put forward our renewable options, specially solar,
Counterattack for truth. Deterrents are essential,
Grow some B**&$ and do something,
Solar panels are a quick and easy fix, get on with it.
Mooney Valley Climate Action
Not spending enough on renewables,
Look to long term - environment,
Work towards renewables carefully,
Action required now to save planet,
Do more about climate change,
Plan long term future of earth,
Support Gillard with C tax,
Economically difficult - get right balance,
More research on solar & wind - noise,
Support renewables,
No jobs on a dead planet
Sustainability in Stonnington
Treat it seriously not politically;
We students believe that it is better for our future;
Need sensible green renewable energy policies;
We need to move faster; plenty of energy is available and we’re not using it;
There's a planetary incentive to develop this industry;
Please support this as does our community, get smart meters working to encourage investment, more wind power!
Actively support this!
Compensate low income earners;
Vital we aim to get to 100%, government needs to do more;
Research before you spend;
Please support more investment and make it cheaper for consumers;
Surely we can do more if countries like Germany are so far ahead, we need a carbon price or we will be left out of global competition;
We need to focus on the long term and take advantage of the strong Australian economy;
We should support renewables to focus on long term benefits;
Go for renewables!
Need long term strategies and contingency plans, risk assessment of climate inaction should be made aware to the public;
The long run benefits outweigh short run costs;
Renewables- the only way to move forward;
Stop wasting public money enterprises;
Need to do more studies on viability before going to 100%;
More on water savings and tanks;
More work has to be done including with developing countries, we want full commitment to this issue;
Hurry up and get on with it, stop wasting time and show some leadership;
Just do it! Do the carbon tax and move to renewables;
Greater emphasis; more consistency within parties;
Listen to the scientists!
Invest in renewable technologies!
Nice clean environment, no pollution; go for it;
Would prefer for them to support industries to make the changes;
Take care of the planet!
Make Australia a cleaner environment for future generations;
Stand up and be counted, provide leadership and start investing;
Stop being so greedy;
Think about the future; stop bickering and get on with it;
It’s time to commit to progress and move to renewable energy;
Time to take real action;
Stop the pollution, close coal fired power stations;
Make more effort, help little people not just big people;
More renewable energy leads to a more sustainable life;
Represent the community interest, not companies;
Making use of renewable energy more available (cost-wise) to the public;
Think about the next generation;
Think of the next generations, why should they have to put up with the problems of our generation?
Keep working on renewables, country first;
Renewable energy is good;
Our future is in your hands;
More push for sustainable energy;
Just do it!
Act fast, act now!
Into clean energy;
Energy costs are causing immense concern;
More effort should be made;
Save the freakin environment!
Need certainty;
You work for us-start! We don’t work for you;
Please listen to the results of this survey, good luck;
Get real;
Don’t take us for mugs on sustainability take more notice of people's concerns; let's move to a cleaner energy future!
Go to renewables with the best of intentions;
Strongly agree 100% renewables;
Stop playing politics- grow up!
It’s definitely worth investing spend some time thinking about it- no wastage would be the correct approach;
We need strong politicians to implement changes and plans quickly;
Listen to what the people want and act!
Stand firm on carbon tax Gillard!
Stop playing politics; help the public understand what we need here!
Do the best for the country, find a way around the nay sayers;
Need to be leaders to people;
We need to make some changes before it’s too late;
Even if global warming wasn't true, renewables is good for the world and the environment;
Centralize the communication strategy, invest in promotion;
There is a clear ground swell of green voters- listen to them!
Have a go, we'll learn along the way, there are international examples- it can be done;
Implement renewable energy and water saving technology into all buildings as standard;
Good luck!
Even if the experience is difficult it should be done anyway;
It’s worth doing!
Grow some balls!
Stand up, man up;
Invest in MY future;
We have great renewable resources- lets use them!
Laws of physics should have preference over negotiations;
Strong economic and environmental argument for moving toward renewable energy;
Go local level;
We need cheaper solar;
Need to subsidize solar to make it more affordable;
Hurry up with the carbon tax;
Pull your finger out!
My mum said: if you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all;
It’s in the nations interest rather than ideology;
Warrendyte Sustainability Festival
Government should have strong policy allowing the market to do its work.
Stop talking. Do something.
Stop using energy for political point scoring. It’s good for the environment.
Look at the big picture.
Look Overseas.
Seriously invest in solar power. Government not a private project.
Get Australia in the’ pole ‘position for Twenty first century. Get out in front.
We've only got one planet.
Be bold. Start. Take the first step.
Don’t be scared. Don’t attack Greens. Do what's right.
Instead of wasteful schemes subsidies solar power.
Be visionary. Have a big picture point of view.
New Homebuyer: We are not well-informed need community education on renewables plus support for renewables industry.
Surround yourself with proven people from the industry. Listen!
Get Green!
Explore every option. Fund all of them. Rebates not effective. Wind farms blocked in Victoria. Need to explore gas etc
Just do it! No long term plan we're locked into 3-year cycles.
We need evidence of action.
Beyond Zero Emissions have made the blueprint. Why not follow it?
WE CAN
They’re only tricking themselves - we've all got to find a way to live a healthy life together;
Should definitely be looking more to solar;
Act now! The current situation is terrible;
Just do it!
Value Australian expertise & build renewable industry & jobs here;
Support any government policies to implement more renewable energy;
Reward people making a difference & make it achievable;
Make it cheaper, need to clean up;
Don’t give in to the miners-think of the children;
We need real action;
Supporting renewables is moving in the right direction;
Support price tag on pollution but money should be invested directly into renewables & cost not passed on to public;
Invest in renewables because it will have long term benefits;
Take action sooner rather than later;
Do something good about energy;
Protect small businesses - needs to be incentive based mechanisms - new houses should all have solar hot water AND water tank;
Stop allowing big industry to dictate how we do business - the government should take the first step;
Want to see some planning done on renewable energy, it can’t be left off the agenda;
Increase renewable energy & decrease coal over the years;
Should be a pollution tax - too much talk about other whiz-bang stuff;
If we implement renewable energy now we'll make money off it, if not others will;
Yarra Climate Action Now and Darebin Climate Action Now
Need to have a policy
Be more aggressive toward renewable energy. Take action now
100% renewables is essential. There is no alternative
Already contacted
Shoot them all
Get on with the job of renewables
Planet can’t negotiate
Less talk, more action
Please take climate change seriously
Make it easier for people to convert old and new houses to retrofit with renewable generation. Education and rebates are important
Invest now in renewables
Implement 100% renewable energy by 2020
Carbon price is a good start but not enough. Implement policies that will support transition to 100% renewables by 2020 such as feed in tariffs etc.
ZCA to long term planning
Act on climate change
You are elected to serve long-term interests of the Australian people. 100% renewable energy is needed for Australia to have a long term future
We should look at direct government support for renewable energy. We need feed in tariffs for utilities to support renewables
You need to reflect he widespread community concerns on climate change
Regulation is necessary to achieve fair involvement of all members of our society
Green is the colour of money
Green baby, green
Do something now before it’s to late
We can do something now to safeguard the future. Fossil fuels are also going to run out so do something now
I'll be voting for the candidate with the most serious and real plan to transition to 100% clean energy at the next election
Lead!
Listen to your conscience and think about your grand children
You have the means to save billions of lives so wake up before it’s too late
Think beyond your 3 years
Take action now. Lead by example Implement strong policies for renewables
Keep up the good work Adam, fighting the good fight
Don’t support polluters. Put $'s into renewables
Don’t be scared of the carbon tax. Average aussie will support investment in the future
Blow for blow plus 1 is standing up for renewable energy
Do something now
Make the change now before detrimental results. Life or death - don’t wait
Please listen to the community voice and invest in RE. The community will is there
Should push for clean renewable energy
Action needs to be taken sooner rather than later - serious and comprehensive, large scale
Open your eyes to what is happening in the world
Frustrating and generally people believe in renewable energy but change is difficult - but if more honest campaigning
Frustrating and generally people believe in renewable energy but change is difficult - but if more honest campaigning and education and not scaremongering we would get change
Long term goal for Australia and humanity is sustainable planet
Listen to climate science rather than big business. Community needs to be lead on this issue
Works in government so will have this conversation with them directly
Invest more in research. More Australian green brands.
We need a structure we can follow on cars too
Get your finger out
Now is the time that we can act. Leaving it too long would be disastrous
Look at nuclear as well as other renewables
More the merrier
Stick to policies and deliver on them
No more coal! Kick the habit!
Take action. Something needs to be done
Do it now
Because clean energy is clean and can support the country’s energy needs, it is a good way to provide the public with energy
I’ve been in Darebin for 15 years and I’ve never seen you!
Stay the course
Please let Australia be a world leader in renewables
More needs to be done
Is interested in helping out on the 100% renewables campaign. Time pressed but talk to him about when he is available as he is inspired by the vision of 100% renewables
Leadership would be good
Significant investment is needed
Important issue that many are concerned about. Tax everyone and value what they get
Put a price on carbon
Aware how my kids are very concerned about future and government needs to respond and do it better
Planning in the long term is needed
Long term plan needed
Act in the nations best interests long term, listen to science, not scaremongering of public opinion
Act in the nations best interests long term, listen to science, not scaremongering of public opinion
Support self-sufficiency and is energy wise. Want shorter paybacks
To think beyond the 4 year election cycle
Government should do what is right not what it will take to get re-elected
Spend more on research
Now extreme action is essential
People respect leadership and leaders who stay true to their beliefs, do not compromise; this is what you should do with climate change
Just get on and do it!
Education is the best way
Invest, but not in nuclear
Show some leadership and some vision
Educate themselves, put it on their agenda then educate the public
Get a move on
Government should show more leadership on this issue
Bite the bullet. Create new campaigns
Stand up for renewables. Talk about the need for 100% renewables
Develop a new economic environment to invest in
If it is working overseas we should use it here
Give some incentives, subsidise homes and businesses, make it more affordable
Doing good
Can’t you see what is going on! DO something!
Encourage it. If done properly it will bring jobs and be good for the economy
Seen good programs start, disappointed they’re taken off the agenda
Keep focus on renewables
Look to renewable energy
No need for local bike lane in Yambla street
Keep up the good work
Keep going
Tide is turning against fossil fuels. It is time to lead
Hang in there. The tax must be qualified as to what the government intends to do with it.
Government should be showing more leadership
Popularise it more
Support renewables. DO not open the new coal powered station
Disappointed that they’re not building the solar plant of which they backed out of. Outraged!
Do it. It is time to more forward.
It is going to happen so lets get on it
Doing out best to keep up with the rest of the world by being the highest per capita polluter
Long term is what we can’t see or have the facilities to explore. You do, so do so
Explain the options. You’re doing a lousy job on communicating
Take a breath and look beyond the next opinion poll
You’re not doing nearly enough to promote awareness to move towards renewable energy
For Australia to be economically viable in the future, it needs to embrace 100% renewable energy, and recognize polluting industries have no place in the future economy.
We don’t have time to muck around: go for 100% renewables NOW!
Solar power seems the obvious investment for Australia
Fossil is not the future
Think beyond the next election: show leadership and invest in renewable technology
Stand up you pussy!
We need to continue to campaign for 100% renewable energy
We need direct investment in renewables, not compensation for coal
More incentives for renewables, all the things you can do in your own back yard
Invest in future of the country
Fossil fuels' days are numbered. Leader with backbone is needed.
Take more responsibility take some real action
We need a carbon price strong enough to drive investment in renewables and strong complimentary messages
Carbon price needs a great emphases on renewables to reduce pollution
I fully support renewables
Get on with it. Not much time. Show leadership
Pristine clean energy!
Needs leadership to do something to change! Wholesale change is needed.
Look at what is right for the environment and Australia
Government has to act and quickly the science says to act now
Too much politics
The politicians do what they like
Think about our kids
Get the tax in now and get into renewables
Do it
If Europe can do it we can do it!
Do it now!
Act now for the future!
They trying to do good
Take the lead
Listen to the public, take action
Stop talking, start doing
Create the jobs like Britain is.
Get on it
We have to save the country for future generations
Open your mind
Climate is a global issue, we all have an urgent responsibility to address it. Stop reading the polls
As a voter I support a courageous position. Act courageously.
Lead the world, support innovation in RE. Mineral deposits won't lead.
Take more notice of the majority of scientists
Now is the time to show vision, strength and leadership not pander to short-term scare campaigns
Clear picture. Affluent countries have to make a statement. Price on carbon.
Grow up! This is the future of the country. People's lives, environment, take it seriously.
If you care about the future implement renewable energy policy.
Easier for every household to have solar. No need for Hazelwood
Don’t be swayed by BHP who says we can’t afford it. Be brave
Use government purchasing power just because Climate Change isn't 100% certain doesn’t mean we don’t need insurance. No nuclear.
Should tax incentives for local manufacture of renewables
You’re a fossil fuel fool
Nothing polite to say to my local candidate!
Think of future generations
Move it
Hurry up and get started
Help out small and large businesses
Act
Start already
Act
DO MORE!
Now is the time to get serious - not tomorrow!
I want my grandchildren to have a place where they can raise their grandchildren? TAKE ACTION!
Renewable Energy 100%
We need
Stop thinking of the next election. Carbon tax is a positive thing. Think long term, i.e. 10-30 years.
Act Now!
Act NOW
Local government can have a big impact if we keep sending the message.
Keep putting a clear picture to the electorate
Keep informed
Try harder, don’t give up
Population policy, then renewable policy
Put it on your agenda
Stop wasting on others
Need carbon price and renewable energy
One of the most important issues
Expect leadership to protect the planet
Tell the bloody truth
Improve sustainable transport, putting more into bike lanes and green public transport
Renewable energy has to be looked at. We need more info!
Think of the future. The planet can’t sustain ho we are using our resources.
Just do it!
Stop committing suicide on my behalf. I can’t begin to describe how insane it is.
Long-term vision is important. Right now, please consider this.
Need a renewable network. Need to act now - don’t put it off. Solar panels on every rooftop. We have the space. It will pay for itself.
Represent the interests of Australians, and not just industry. They aren't the same. Highest per capita user in the world, and we need to set an example to other nations. See ozone situation.
Get head out of the sand and have a good look about the issue.
Stand firm and think of future generations. Don’t be selfish, and think of us. Take some leadership.
Look at geothermal and tidal. Get the message across about renewables better. Needs to be more education about climate change and renewables to general public.
Show some leadership.
People will support you.
Don’t flip-flop
Invest
Need to do more for a sustainable future. Invest the carbon tax in the future.
Need geothermal energy, e.g. La Trobe valley.
Listen to people, not polluters
Keep eyes on long-term goals, and don’t worry about short-term effects. Be gutsy about it.
All people in government should be presenting truthful arguments and standing up for what they believe.
Australia is behind Europe and should be in line.
Get on with it. We fear a watered down package.
I’m not against carbon tax, but want detail. I’m currently confused, but want action for climate change.
Stay strong, but support a price on carbon
I support renewables, but I want the cost limited.
Your responsibility respect my wishes and act on renewables
Listen and think beyond the next election and do it for the kids
Think of the grandchildren
More integration between polluters and those that want alternatives
More bike & enviro friendly is good. We need to have a plan.
I need to find out more to be able to talk to politicians about it.
Go overseas. See it working. Shouldn’t be elitist.
Looking at it at a global level, yes we need stuff done but support local manufacturing.
Come up with something concrete.
Need leadership working harder
Gotta start somewhere!
Get on with it, and build baseload solar.
Man up and do it.
Need to have a strong response and have a clear policy, not necessarily popular ones.
Although Australia has small population we can have a big impact on this issue!
Support Adam Bandt
Invest more time and money looking at renewables.
Think deeply
Government should be more courageous
Use clean energy now!
Take action NOW!
Stop wasting our money
Stand up for the future
Get a spine
Get on with it
Should be moving to renewable but shouldn't cost more
Tick Tock!
It’s an emergency you need to do more!
Seriously consider these questions
Make it more accessible. Accountability of businesses
Stick to your guns
Get going!
The ones who can afford it should pay. Listen to us or you'll be voted out
Sick of talk, sick of debate. Firm strong action.
Invest in renewable sources. Legislate targets & enforce it.
Legislate every new house to have solar panels
Why don’t we have nuclear energy?
Why wont the government cap carbon emissions
All of the above
Expensive, unreliable
Lifestyle a problem
Do something about it now while you have the chance. You won't in the future
But more options [than just a carbon price] should be put in place. Such as smarter green cars. This all takes too long
Be good to your mother
Put our money where our mouth is and educate people.
I want action, just do it. Don’t be poll-driven
Do everything we can to build renewable energy infrastructure
Get on board, been talking about it long enough
Australia is the sunburnt country - use the resources. Invest in public transport.
Renewable energy is the way of the future it makes environmental and economic sense.
Get on with tackling climate change NOW - support 100% renewables.
Get serious about CO2 reduction using most satisfactory long-term solutions ASAP. Stop playing politics.
Think beyond the political cycle.
Support anything to develop renewable energy. Either 100% or on the way to it.
Its about the future,
Think of the future act now,
Get clean, just do it,
Climate most important issue stand up to polluters, the sooner the better,
Act now, Do something,
Be strong, have courage be statesmen not politicians,
Get a strategy, support renewables,
The science is in,
Should not be investing in brown coal, it's not that hard,
Support environment,
Prioritise the planet, please
More support for renewables,
Think ahead not short term,
Stand up for clean energy,
Don’t delay, recognise the science and take action,
The future of Australia’s economy is in renewables,
Stand up to polluting companies,
Europe is taking massive action, we have to move away from polluting energy, strong action is required,
Hurry up and get on with it,
Take this issue seriously, do something,
Get off your arses and do it.
Ballarat Renewable Energy And Zero Emissions
Catherine King, act now
The grant’s that have been given so far are inadequate and not leading the way. We need more to go towards Renewable Energy to make it affordable and used on a wide scale - Listen to the people we want to go green - Giles Richardson Ballarat.
With the price on pollution allocate the money to renewables and low income families
Catherine King - pay attention to the community
If we put a price on pollution we need to put the money towards an alternative to make it affordable
Free education for residents, unbiased/continue research;
Mandate solar for all new houses;
Mandate solar for all new houses;
More action less hype;
Subsidise solar to make it affordable;
Stand up and have strength to control the issue;
Stand up to opposition;
Must do more, actually do something; more balanced information;
Get renewable energy; definitely move to get renewable energy;
Educate the average person;
We should actively pursue renewable energy but not to the detriment of current jobs/business;
Make sure we push carbon price;
Give strong support to wind farms and renewable technologies;
Get on with it;
Appropriate technology, no options, don’t let energy get out of hand; businesses pay not much tax, government have a lot of money;
Push ahead with carbon pricing;
New technologies;
Wake up to yourself and start thinking about the future.
Government should ensure 'the BBQ is lit' e.g. carbon price;
Keep pushing for RE, stand up to corporations; response to climate change will create new jobs, doing nothing will make us worse off;
We’ve got to evolve, move forward; do it in a planned, careful way; get on with it;
Implement more RE where it’s possible; you wasted one chance to be leader in renewable energy, don’t let the second slip you by;
Head down path of committing to renewables and start now;
Need more focus on renewable energy;
Pull your thumb out; invest in more wind farms and solar energy, environmental issues going for a long time, need to take notice of scientists;
Need to move ahead with times, with population increasing need to be more efficient with resources so we don’t stuff up the planet;
Time to act now before it’s too late;
Look at technology that’s out there, Australia should be a leader, we’ve got resources to pick and choose from
Climate change is real, the impacts dire, we need to act in a serious way (as distinct from a token gesture) now! lobby for gross feed-in tariff;
Please don’t treat this as a 'political issue' but as an investment in the future of our children and Australia, show the world what a difference we can make to everyone’s future; take action, look at BREAZE; take our environment seriously - no environment = no life; hurry up and do it!
Global warming is such a serious problem it must be addressed;
Read more about the alternatives to coal and come to your own conclusion and act on it;
Please take this seriously!
Use renewable power, stop polluting the planet;
It’s time to take action;
Be brave enough to make a stand on this vital issue;
Get your act/our act together soon! PLEASE!
For a future we’ve got to adopt clean energy;
Support renewable energy.
Develop renewable energy as soon as possible;
Listen to what community is saying about renewable energy, lot of noise from small group of vested interests;
Go for green, we have to do it, look ahead; need to facilitate clean environment for our children, need to make planet safe, move outside party politics;
Create more jobs, don’t agree with carbon tax;
Need to see community thinks it’s important;
Move a lot quicker than they are;
Fling Gillard and cronies, focus more on alternative energies regardless of coal lobby;
Just do it; time to pull the finger out, get on with it;
Speed it up a little bit;
Keep solar city going; make renewable energy more accessible;
Commit to wind in Victoria, look at 2km radius; be strong - stick to your principles;
Look after the future;
Be strong - think of the long-term future;
Keep working on renewable energy;
Inform (proactively) why implementing carbon tax;
Should look into other sources like nuclear; look to becoming a leader in renewable energy, take some risks for our community;
Get in there and get it done;
Look at the bigger picture;
No reason why we should not be producing solar power; more education for people - a lot of misconceptions; scrutinize renewables, people should educate themselves.
Please put this issue of renewable energy at the forefront of your agenda and get Australia going and not be dictated by those who believe they have more vested interests, i.e. making more profit for themselves rather than the whole, we can go beyond current timeframes so much more quickly with government support, thank you;
It’s time; we need a national gross feed-in tariff to drive people to invest in renewables; please listen and take seriously the priorities of this wonderful community of your electorate;
Please join the movement around the world towards renewable energy to address critical climate change; renewable energy is the only feasible future for Australia;
I think we need your support to move forward in reducing pollution in our country - for good!
It’s time to start looking at the future of Australia and how clean energy can create jobs, reduce carbon emissions and improve health;
Please address this issue and act now; get moving!
Create at least a level playing field by equalizing subsidies to renewables with non-renewables;
Its time to show some leadership in combating climate change; stand up for the future now!
Commence the transition toward 100% renewable energy practices by making it accessible to all Australians;
Urgent;
More solar panels for every householder;
Do something positive for the future instead of only responding to vested interests;
Common sense needs to prevail.
Move 'renewable energy' to the top of their agenda and with health, education and employment;
Courage is needed to move in the direction of sustainable energy; we need to account for all the costs of carbon polluting power, we need research on high-tech RE;
Please do something now while there is still a planet on which to live; give people incentives to invest in renewable;
Listen to your voters and
Not your own agenda; keep prices at a minimum;
Big companies should supply their own energy; prepare for the future or there might not be one;
This issue needs to be addressed by government;
Always try to think laterally for a solution; act now and avoid disappointment later!
People are more ready to deal with climate change than they (the government) realise, be brave, just do it!
Forget coal; promote incentives like community garden projects that help individuals to lessen their carbon footprint; people have been pushing for alternative energy and water solutions for over 40 years and it’s about time they listened, and please think globally but act locally;
While I support renewable energy, I do not support the placement of wind turbine farms in populated regions; wind power not the answer, just another form of pollution (visual), solar is the obvious answer and
Each house producing all its power needs, also industry to produce electrical appliances that consumes less voltage and 150, 125, even 32 volts; impose change at a higher level other than individuals just trying to do it on their own.
Pull your finger out, act before we get into a crisis;
Be honest and think about the future;
Just get on with it;
Show leadership and we'll take you seriously;
Will be more expensive the longer we wait;
In favor of carbon tax and incentives, could speed it up a bit more;
Don’t fight about it, use the brains we have, listen to scientists;
We must act now, we’re missing the boat in terms of climate action;
Get on with it now, stop mucking about, concerned about next generations;
Support households to become self-sufficient and reduce energy usage;
Please support renewable energy, think about our grandchildren;
Don’t talk about it, do it; govern for the people not minority groups;
No carbon tax; make solar more accessible for people; pull socks up and
Get on with it;
Work out the best way;
Keep on going;
Not to leave God out of the equation;
Take notice of other countries success and failures;
Less talk and more action! Invest more into renewable energy, in turn making it more affordable for the average person; creating jobs and lessening the impact on our environment, it’s a no-brainer really!!
Look after the environment, cut out pollution; pull your finger out! focus on rebates for people and make PV affordable and
Got to have upfront;
Government needs to take a longer view not be scared off by big business;
Give people chance to vote;
Already taxed enough on fuel;
Think long-term outcomes rather than short-term politics; act clean now; work much harder in this area;
We should have renewable energy sooner rather than later; be an advocate for CB renewable energy;
More rebates and incentives for renewable;
Come to our renewable energy picnic;
Best member and
She will listen to us;
Prices going up;
Every house in Australia should be able to afford solar panels;
Increase subsidies, more help for low income earners and pensioners;
Please save our planet and look to renewable energy;
Listen to the people and be accountable;
Listen to the community, sell the positives;
Focus on finding people who want to put on own renewables;
Listen to the people!
Stop playing politics and
Develop renewables, cap landfill and get methane;
Keep at it, keep trying, times are tough but keep it together, don’t give up;
More of balance between the big industry and regular people;
Top job and done a lot for Ballarat;
Need to invest in clean energy and find a way to make coal clean;
Current system for home owner related to solar rebate is a nightmare;
Keep jobs in Australia;
Not doing enough to get solar/wind locally; continue looking at renewable energy, don’t listen to Bob Brown;
Keep pushing;
Renewables a great idea, fossil fuels limited, should all be taught more; raise age of car driving to stop pollution and deaths;
Clean affordable energy important, look to the future;
Listen to people;
Total support for renewables;
Concerned about grandchildren's future and overseas products;
Bribery, honesty is not evident;
The future is in your hands;
I agree with the survey we should do it;
Listen to the experts;
Get the prices down for people;
Think of the kids and their future;
It’s not always about money, dare to be unpopular; renewables should have been done years ago;
Clean energy cheapest price;
Price for not having a carbon tax is the end of the environment;
Get things done, on boil.
Money is temporary but our planet is for longer than life;
Invest in renewables, spending too much on fossil fuels;
Use Australia’s side desert land to create solar stations;
Green energy is the way to go!
Try something new!
Ease into it and plan wisely;
Stop exporting coal;
Let’s have more debates with people in the field;
Get on with revamping our economy on a sustainable (i.e. non growth) basis;
Wind and sun is free and will not run out; get rid of current PM;
Cut population;
Cut pollution, invest in renewable;
Mandatory schemes;
Get a move on.
Price on carbon. NEM - Include renewable criterion;
Look at the science and then act on your conscience
Please look to lowering our carbon footprint by producing more renewable energy and also regulating energy use e.g. Passive solar homes and commercial buildings and
Legislate for these;
We only have one earth, we need to stop abusing it and clean it up for future generations;
We need to do something about CO2 emissions now;
Support solar on every house roof. Gross feed in tariff;
Tell Julia that the national Energy Guidelines need to include clean energy and
Having money as the main motivation for power creation is madness;
Have the courage to stand up and govern! Have the guts to make the decisions that need to be made. Germany shows you can;
Time to get serious; Australia is well placed to be powered by renewable energy and let's take advantage and go all the way to 100% renewable now;
100% renewable is not a pipe dream; it is within reach with some inspiring, forward thinking leadership;
Go with Greens Policy;
Please look to renewable energies being the priority in regards to power in Australia;
No environment = no economy;
Please fulfill the promise to address climate change;
Be serious and lead;
Please don’t delay in making renewable energy available to all Australia;
We need to fund renewable energy and offer worthwhile incentives;
It’s time to ditch fossil fuels and move to renewable;
Go for It!
It’s a hard question to answer;
More funding and making renewable energy should be a priority. We need to start finding answers to what we can do;
It’s going to have to go that way eventually. Why drag the chain?
Replace an ETS with a plan to use renewable at all costs. Put in fair dinkum rules on new houses energy ratings;
Very poor and overseas investment/lack of local funding; Tech leakage;
More action and less talk;
Stronger economy. More jobs; more action. Wind farm;
All the same. No new ideas;
Major issue was environmental priority and needs to stand ground. I had hope but now not sure;
Disappointed in backflips;
Do it but in a sensible way. Don’t want to hurt anyone. Must be balanced;
Put your money where your mouth is. Give people incentives, people want to do the right thing;
Totally disillusioned by the party I supported;
Support solar energy by making it affordable for everybody;
There will be more jobs in renewable energy. Typewriter mechanics found jobs, so will the coal industry;
Need a better system than we have now. Stop spending money on rubbish, spend it on proper things
In Europe, Germany in particular, most homes have solar, why can't that happen here?
Renewable energy is important, but can't replace coal because you won't get base load;
Support renewable energy;
Base load power has been demonstrated in Europe & USA. Advance the capacity to harness solar for base load;
Begin making the steps toward new energy;
Currently what we are doing is unsustainable. Deadly consequences. Economic boost by switching to sustainability. Traditional methods outdated;
Definitely time for a transition to renewable;
We need to change. Important for future generations;
Make solar more accessible to the masses;
We could be leading the world. Get serious;
Promises were made that have not been kept. Australia is lagging behind and we don’t have time;
A safe world for the future;
Support our advocates for a healthier, happier environment in all ways;
I'll be voting for the party who makes renewable energy a number one priority;
Get up to date with the science. A good environment = a good economy;
Peak emission deadline may occur before the government acts;
Surely moving to 100% renewable is plain common sense. Let's become world leader in renewable energy!
The time to act is now;
There has to be a better way than coal. The sooner we get into renewable energy the better;
Support renewable energy better;
Please Save our Country
Stop climate change for my grandchildren's grandchildren;
Listen to the greens!
Go carbon tax and do it now!
We must reduce our reliance on fossil fuel and direct more energy into building more renewable clean energy projects;
Create much more renewable energy; I'll be voting Green
We have to move to renewable energy and the sooner we do it the better;
Negotiate with the Greens;
Extract the digit you dopey bastard! Extract the digit you noodle brain;
We can do much more!
Work with the Greens and bring in a carbon tax now!
If we want a future for our species on this planet we have to take drastic action now. How do we overcome vested interests, greed, politics so something can be done before it’s too late
Rethink your change of mind on renewable energy;
It’s no secret what is really working in other countries. Please take head out of sand and push renewable. Loggers etc. have to find new jobs as would fossil fuel jobs;
Get us off oil & coal;
I am voting on climate change;
Stay on message. We want an ETS in 2010 not in years time when it’s too late;
More incentive for home owners to embrace solar power i.e. return to PV subsidies;
We need to move forward with this;
Please act on renewable energy solutions;
Show some spine;
Promote PV and make them affordable to everyone;
Don’t do back flips on your promises. Don’t just tax the consumer, think about taxing the large companies who pollute & don’t wish to change their methods of power use and cut down their own emissions
Why are we missing the chance to do the right thing NOW when it counts? We all will benefit from the change
We want renewable energy. To not pursue it is a disgrace. K Rudd's promises proved very empty. Unfortunately the opposition also shows little initiative;
Send a research team to Europe. Tax deductions to put renewable power in the home;
Do something and soon;
Current Government should take a leaf out of local Greens member who supports 35% renewable by 2020, not 5% renewable by 2030;
Don’t wait with excuses that we need other countries to act first. Get Australia out in front and be a leader;
Get real and we cannot afford to wait until 2013 before taking real action;
Investment in renewable energy is a priority for all world governments;
We should concentrate on serious renewable alternatives e.g. solar and more house to house solutions;
Show some leadership in taking Australia into a world leader for renewable technology;
The public has limited patience and
We do understand the issues and we want them to act;
Please, please think of our countries future for our children's sake as well as our economy;
Set with it time to move forward;
We need to take action before it’s too late
Return solar rebates to householders;
Return rebates with less paperwork and hassle;
To support local community initiatives and more solar rebates;
Strong commitment and leadership at a federal level for strong community sustainability and energy, water and community sustainability.
Get on with it!
Do the best they can.
Invest in wave power.
Go back to the people.
Renewable energy is good.
No back flipping.
More wind.
Don’t extend Morwell.
More action!
Invest in renewable!
Too much talk, not enough action.
It need’s to happen.
Don’t make it hard for the individual.
Support renewable energy.
Bendigo Sustainability Group
Need to do more.
Need to think beyond fossil fuels and be brave enough to invest in renewable energy.
Get out and talk to people.
ACT NOW! Before it is too late.
Stop stuffing around.
Please just start the change.
Stop arguing and get on with it.
Pull your finger out and do something about it.
Make it cheaper & create more jobs to allow residents to have more impact on the environment.
If it makes economic sense then do something about it.
Stop sitting on fence and do something.
More needs to be happening to invest in long-term sustainable future.
Need to get started.
Here is an opportunity mot to be missed for long-term future of Australia.
Invest now - think of our children.
Spend more on education to see advantages
Many sides to be weighed up. Long-term view is required. Consultation and informal decision.
Do what is right.
Do it properly.
Solar energy system - keep.
Get on with implementing renewable systems.
Renewable is good but it must be affordable.
Get politics out of it.
Take a longer-term view and get policies that are going reduce pollution not just an new form of business.
Listen to people involved in trying to promote renewable energy.
Keep plugging on for clean energy.
Very important to take care of environment - more action.
Do it - do what is best for the country.
Get on with it.
More action.
Get over the politics and get on with it.
Anything that prevents harm to the environment and can be done should be done.
Keep the rebates and police it heavily. Create good rebates on decent sized systems.
The ideas are good but it needs a lot more research and time into practical solutions.
Continue the current programs and expand on them.
Get on with it.
Be very careful. Move in the interests of everybody.
Government looks more broadly at alternatives.
Do it for the next generation.
Seriously use nothing but renewable energy. The country must get serious and NOT EXPORT polluting energy.
Push more for clean energy.
The Government needs to start acting now.
We want renewable clean energy and jobs. It’s pretty easy.
Focus on businesses. Just make it happen. The debate is too backward looking. Let’s look at what’s possible. Need a managed transition.
Get behind it mate!
Reduce subsidies to dirty energy.
If it is made simpler, more people would be renewable.
Public transport improvement. Discourage private ownership of cars.
Don’t respond to childishness.
The Stone Age didn’t stop because we ran out of STONE.
People need to be educated. Ignorance causes apathy.
Good Luck!
It seems it would be quite smart to invest in renewable energy.
I am fully in favour of solar energy.
The best decisions for the community aren’t always the most popular so stand up and take the lead and show the community what can be done.
Get over the greed. Get on with doing what’s right to make the planet sustainable.
Increase the cost of fossil fuels to counter-balance the research into and production of renewable forms of energy.
Look after our children’s needs to there can be adequate living conditions for future generations.
Don’t think of your children - think of your grandchildren.
Think of the future.
We have to start acting now.
More work, less money for politicians.
Do more about it.
Should be less reliance on fossil based fuels.
Renewable energy is there to use - get in there and use it!
Should be educating public about true costs of renewable energy.
Get your act together
Get real.
Hurry up and make a decision, if you are going to implement it.
It’s a good idea, save the ozone layer - more chemicals are coming.
Take it more seriously
Should be up there on the list of priorities, can’t take chances with global danger
It’s a bigger issue than most people realise - so more people need to learn about it i.e. education.
Pull their finger out because they have known about climate change for years. It’s an issue for the welfare of our future.
Look to Germany for mature inspiration.
Join the 21st century - the industrial revolution was a long time ago. Let’s have a new one.
Be financially responsible. We can’t have 100% renewable energy. There isn’t the technology to allow this. No leadership and all as bad as each other.
Reinstate the policies re solar power incentives.
Reinstate the solar rebates scheme.
Reinstate the original policies i.e. Green Loans - renewable solar incentives.
There’s confusing coverage in the media regarding a carbon price
Look at rewarding businesses that use clean energy and charge those who don’t.
Fryerstown residents like-minded (in favour of solar power). Many have solar.
Check out all info first before making decision, especially financial.
Make it a priority.
Encourage adopting renewable energy.
Should continue with solar rebates
Should do more with our oceans for power and fresh water.
Keep up the good work, Jacinta (Allan)
You are all inept and incompetent.
More incentives for use of solar and make it transparent.
We need to deal with environmental issues as a high priority.
Invest now for future generations
Invest in clean energy for our future generations.
Get on with it, more action - less hot air.
Should be in forward planning annually.
Keep working on renewable energy.
Renewable energy should be promoted more and, if possible, subsidised so people keen to use it do not have to pay a significant premium to do so.
Get some more solar panels up and plant more trees.
Allow individuals, farmers, hobbyists to develop plants/areas for wind, solar, renewable energy enterprise on a small scale.
Keep trying.
Too much talking, not enough doing.
We need to be doing more with solar and wave energy.
Rebates! Rebates! Rebates!
To help look after the environment and stop destroying Mother Earth; to stop using the earth and fossil fuels and use sustainable and renewable options.
It doesn’t have to be a sudden change (all or nothing) but some conversion to sustainable living is essential e.g., yearly targets.
The future is renewable energy. Without it, there isn’t one.
Is the cost of doing nothing actually greater than the cost of doing something?
Concentrate of environmental sustainability, clean energy.
Moving forward includes moving towards a sustainable way of living.
Act now, and then fine tune - not debate until it is too late.
Deal with the CFMEU. Don’t give us more coal stations. Stop logging native forests.
Don’t wait until it is too late.
Move money for renewables.
Bring back rebatable solar power for homes.
Time to do it!
More solar power, please.
Increase targets to 50% renewable energy by 2020 and it will be the biggest economic stimulus in Australia’s history.
Think outside the usual energy box. Look at alternatives seriously.
Solar power is the way forward.
Emphasise the issues of environmental sustainability and their importance.
We have a moral and ethical obligation to our environment, our planet, our future generations to do everything within our power to prioritise renewable energies.
Think about Australia not about short-term monetary gain.
Spend the tax money on ground floor RESEARCH not spin advertising. Speak to people on the land in OZ not overseas junkets.
Bring back the ETS debate. More subsidies to people going solar - bring back the $1600 subsidy.
You’re sacked!
Progressively close down brown coal power stations.
Where to start?
It is time to stop our traditional polluting practices and embrace renewables.
Just do it!
Do it now!
Get properly qualified people in programs like the insulation program. More education regarding benefits of solar energy.
Fight hard against Liberal opposition, especially Tony Abbott - the Flat Earth Man.
Do it now - stop delaying - we are ready.
It needs to be pushed even more, and more incentives are needed to make it appealing to the public.
To Julia Gillard - Renewable energy needs to be the primary focus of government policy.
What legacy are you leaving my children and grandchildren? Leave this world a better place!
Dirty power generated should be evaluated on its true costs, including greenhouse gases produced and water used. Coal fired generators use a lot of water, which is not costed.
Please develop a plan to move Australia to 100% renewable energy in the next 10 years.
Develop a strong plan for 100% renewable energy within 10 years.
You don’t need to know rocket science to realise we need to do something about our renewable energy and water needs for this country.
Make our renewables move available for our everyday person, like solar hot water, wind turbines for rural farmers who have the space to use this product.
Housing needs to be built to strict principles of renewable energy.
In Victoria, new houses have to have recycled or tank water used in the toilets, which usually requires a pump to start operating each time the toilet, is flushed. This law needs to be looked at because it is a waste of electricity.
Time to take positive action on renewable energy. Offer incentives to community householders.
The Government needs to support renewable energy more.
Research renewable energy options and offer incentives NOW.
The Government should be doing more to develop non fossil fuels. We need more Transparency about how taxpayer’s money is spent.
We have to invest in renewable energy because oil is finite. Why are we selling gas overseas? Oil is finite and we will need gas when oil runs out - as stopgaps until we get 100% renewables.
With the sun, wind and wave power available in Australia we should be leading the world in the renewable energy field.
The government is doing some things, but I would like to see it doing more.
I support investment in renewable energy and see it as an essential priority for Australia. Be confident that the community supports this.
Get out of coal mining. Tax on carbon NOW. Go green much faster. Climate change - action now!
The Government should support the development and production of renewable energy.
Do better.
We need more wind power - placed in suitable areas etc.
Wake up before it is too late.
Do something and soon!
We need to invest in renewable energy considering now and in the future.
Renewable energy should be made a priority.
Keep moving forward.
Let’s make the transition from a carbon economy to a renewable economy ASAP!
Consider the future generations - beyond the election cycles.
We need to change but the government has to take the lead because big business won’t do anything unless pushed.
Focus on the most efficient form.
Hurry up!
We want change. Renewable energy is achievable.
We need to take actions to look after our Earth - a healthy world is needed for the livability and survival of all. We owe it to future generations. Lead us to the future, rather than just the next election.
Make sure the energy companies give people true information. 2. Change the way energy is priced - remove the connection charges.
The unemployed people should be given the chance to work in renewable energy jobs.
Persevere with plans to promote renewable energy. Take notice of the Green’s policies.
Hurry Up!
It’s fair enough to have renewable energy but not the carbon tax particularly if farmers will be charged.
It would be good to have more mainstream media programs like A Current Affair and This Day Tonight giving information about the real cost of installing solar power etc. and what the savings would be. We need more mainstream media information on these issues.
Instead of compensating lower income families with rebates give them the alternative of not paying higher prices if they use energy better - or provide renewable energy appliances to lower income families.
Encourage the implementation of more renewable energy schemes.
Stop procrastinating and get on with it.
It’s best to err on the side of doing something.
La Trobe Valley Sustainability Group
Invest in renewables more than we are now.
Make renewables a priority in Parliament
Renewables. The sooner the better!
Stop being conservative. Look towards the future
Don’t be bullied by big corporations
Start renewables now. Not later.
Would like more information about renewables.
I would like to see more sustainable cleaner energy
Invest in renewables directly by Government - use carbon tax revenue
We need renewables
Humans are part of the solution. There is always a cost for things we use. What is your true belief?
Make it happen
Clean up your act. Scrap the carbon tax.
Keep energy prices manageable. Carbon tax money should go to renewables
Develop RE industry in Australia instead of importing it. Pull finger out.
Get moving before it is too late.
We are not educated enough about RE. And not given enough options
Government needs to be supported for price on carbon. Abbott needs to stop bad behavior
Look at the big picture and future of our children
Hurry Up. Time or our world is running out.
Take the hard decisions and stop trying to be popular. Australians stand for integrity not spin
Go Green. We need to catch up with Europe
Get with the rest of the world that care and go Green
Do something to make energy cheaper
I have grandchildren + it is imperative that something is done now on this issue
Look at the long term and not just the next election
For future generations we definitely have to have a greater input even if it costs this generation
It’s time to make changes. Start now
Just pay for it. Stop hitting regular people with taxes to cover big companies. RE is the way of the future
More financial help to people to change to RE. Develop better policy to nuclear electricity.
Clean energy is an answer to pollution/environmental issues. Do it. Rebates for consumers.
Ensure there are caps on pricing of energy water and gas.
Must have a clear cut plan to transition to renewables
RE is going to happen. Get on board.
Pull finger out. Develop renewables
RE! Go for it.
Communicate better
Good that this survey will bring RE to your attention
Make RE more affordable
Inform the Government that the community wants action on RE and on pollution
Make RE more affordable
Need to look seriously at RE on large scale
We need to quickly look at RE and to encourage jobs
Would like you to clarify your position on RE
We need a transition& create jobs
Government not supporting renewables sufficiently
Government needs to make sure there are still jobs here
Need a transition phase & encouragement to change to non polluting mode
Need for renewable energy. Everyone will have to pay. Do it sensibly now.
Business wants clear standards and market certainty
I have no idea why the governments can’t see the urgency to become carbon free
RE is our only hope
Think of the future of your grandchildren
RE with no tax and no increase costs to working families
We really need to get RE going ASAP
He needs to stand up to scare campaign
Look after us
Think long-term
Channel more resources into RE
Give me free solar panels
Please promote RE and make it financially viable
Make RE more affordable. Make sure it is Government controlled not privatised
RE will sustain our country much better than coal economy
Show me the money
If it is better for the country and the environment then look into it
I would like to see everyone use solar power
As soon as we can RE in, the better
Doing it in Holland and other overseas countries
List to the experts
To achieve the level of fossil fuel replacement needed, we need more than amelioration programs
No new coal fired or nuclear power stations
Renewables will decimate employment
Plenty of talk no action
Lack of visible evidence
Keep pushing RE
Wind and renewables are best
Don’t have large schemes for RE - various - large and small
I wouldn’t like your job
No need for carbon tax
Must be proactive. Take greenhouse seriously & be measured in terms of what is reasonably achievable
Because we live in Latrobe Valley all governments should support significant transition to less carbon economy while supporting jobs
Look forward instead of standing still. Get a plan
Not enough proper info for people to make a judgment
Stand up and invest in RE
Do something
Listen to the science regarding climate change, Take more non political stance
Something has to be done Look at the natural extreme weather
RE forget it Build another coal fired power station
Use our vast supply unproductive land and go for solar
Solar needs encouragement
MEG
Do your own research and then make a decision - don’t take the word of the polluters
Make sure systems are safe and affordable
Keep the pressure up to the rest of the world to go with a pollution price to keep Australia viable
Make solar systems affordable for the oldies
Stop fighting amongst your selves and get something done, I believe there should be fines for pollution but not a carbon tax
Its good our MP are listening and finding out what the people think with surveys like this
Make sure there is funds to reskill those in industries we will loose and keep the costs down for big investors
Its common sense to help the environment
There should be rebates for alternatives to solar in renewable energy
Sooner the better X 7
If money is going to go back to renewables then yes to a pollution price
The issues should be discussed, costed and solution examined fully before action
Wishing you will be lead in your deliberations
Money for pollution should go back to renewables x 3
Get on with it x 3, before it’s too late
Its cost effective to do it
Carbon tax is not going to work
Carbon tax is going to impact on low income earners
Make it affordable for low income earners and put money back in to skills for new industries x 2
Reskill people in to renewables
Sort it out!
Keep and honor your word (i.e. act on Climate Change)
Think beyond your 3-year term to 10/50/100/500 years into the future!
Mount Alexander Sustainability Group
Don’t wait, act NOW!
We should protect nature because it supports us
Squeaking doors get oiled
Listen to the people and not the coal lobby!
Do what we elected you to do Kevin!
This issue is the most important!
Renewable energy makes sense, in the context of population growth, and environmental destruction and biodiversity
Listen to the people
Think of the future for our children and going the hard yards
Invest in the future, fossil fuels will run out!!
Take it seriously
The need to make a break from fossil fuels can be good for regional Australia.
Get on board! We the people want you to do this for us, four planet, for our kids!
Think about our future, not just being re-elected!
Please think beyond the dollars
No more excuses, we can do it!
Get on with it!
Fossil Fuels are finite. Please move to renewables
Proceed with these proposals
Get on with it!
No more excuses. We can do it!
Get serious
More needs to be done
Stop procrastinating!
Don’t go back on your words about the ETS
Just do it!
Get a bloody move on! This can be done, stop wasting time.
Tax the mining and oil companies on super profits and other non-renewables
Why not more
Start taking a leadership role to this issue. The population that matters will follow.
Slow Consumption
If Germany can do renewable Australia can do it more
Yes we can!
Think outside the box, bit more creativity needed
Developing renewable energy is a good idea
Don’t waste money on shit-safe healthy living- &cut out pollution we should all be clean and green
This is a no brainer. Wake up Kevin.
Get real - the future of Australia and all humanity depends on politicians acting as leaders with the long-term view, not focused on their ego-driven impulse to get re-elected.
Take action now!
Drop what you’re doing and do the right thing
We are running out of time!
Look closer at the feasibility of going 100% renewable
Get Serious
Things have to change now! 100% renewable energy would be wonderful!
Go Julia
What’s stopping you is your enemy
Communication is the key
Going 100% renewable should be a major priority for the planet and all it’s life forms.
Can someone bite the bullet and lead with vision. Otherwise the only influence is coming from vested interests maintaining the status quo.
Affordable for us all
With all our sunshine, solar is the answer
This issue is very important and I think a lot more needs to be done by our government.
It is essential, inevitable and critical that we change to renewable energy.
Let’s follow Europe and try to be self sufficient in energy.
Renewable is the only way for the future. More money needs to be spent on the future of our energy resources.
Sustainability is an urgent matter. It should be top of the priority list. No more subsidies to fossil fuel companies.
Get on with it!
I have a young son, do something for him.
Think of your grandchildren. Go renewable this decade.
Get on with it, no game playing
The research says we can do it. The Question is why aren’t we doing it?
Listen to the people
We all vote and we voted you in hoping you could reestablish Australia in leading the world in green technology.
Go for the renewable. You’ve got the mandate.
The science is indisputable. Something needs to be done.
Save energy and generate green energy.
We’re disappointed, Try harder!
Retire.
Act as soon as you can it is a priority to save our planet.
Why aren’t you investing more money in renewable energy?
Move to clean energy.
Invest in renewable now.
Action is urgent.
Put money into renewables.
There’s nothing to loose, invest now.
It is possible to change to renewable energy sources, so what is to stop us?
Do something or loose votes to the Greens!
We need to aim for 100% renewable energy.
Less sucking up to big business more investment in nature and our longevity. We need a mindset change.
Please listen to the people they really are the true experts in community knowledge.
We must live sustainably.
Pull your finger out!
Get on with it!
We need to become self sufficient in power. Not to be owned by foreign companies.
More energy to move towards renewable energy and away from fossil fuels.
Start renewables now.
Get serious about climate change.
Research shows that we can reliably generate all our power from renewable energy sources. The government must make this a priority.
Do it now please.
Quit your job!
Also need to clear weeds and feral pests.
Let’s get cracking on it!
Start moving towards 100% renewables over ten years.
Stop playing ‘Business as usual politics’
Make it more accessible: cheaper!
It can be done. The technology already exists.
Do something, now!
Listen
Why do farmer have to pay an excise on bio diesel.
The target should be 50% by 2020
Why not take up the opportunity if it’s available?
Share – Hepburn
Get out there and represent your electorate, stop reacting, start leading;
Need commitment;
We have the opportunity to be leaders, lets take it;
Stick with policies of putting a price on carbon, stand firm;
Work much harder in this area; OK Hepburn Wind what is the next big project for our area;
Get ahead of the pack and encourage Daylesford to lead;
Get act together on renewables;
Look into the future not the past;
Community wants to take action, Government must provide framework for this;
Solar not nuclear, invest in our future;
Renewable energy now;
Look beyond politics;
Support action now, Australia could lead the field rather than be left behind;
We could be doing more, why aren’t we;
Show some initiative & stop pandering to swinging voters;
Exercise leadership.
Your grandchildren will thank you!
Renewable energy is the future, stop supporting polluting industries. More employment to be gained by supporting renewables.
Until what point will inaction on climate change be tolerated? People not profit for a change.
Please, now, act. Dramatically reduce carbon emissions invest in renewable energy.
Long term we cannot continue to burn coal/gas as we do. We need to transition from them.
Please take climate change & peak oil seriously. Act to get policy & practice on renewables.
Have courage to explain to people.
Respond to science body. Show care for all life, the beauty of the world is threatened.
Make solar more affordable;
Don’t be walked over; Talk - the only way to get things done;
Carbon tax crucial we should lead the way;
Put a price on carbon more rebates for householders;
Manage funds better for renewable energy;
Local government not acting in locals interest;
Stawell
Time to look seriously at other forms of energy that are efficient and less polluting;
Go ahead with renewables;
Go to more cost effective renewables;
More needs to be done;
Look at what is successful overseas;
For the good of our future and for our children the government should invest time and money in renewable energy;
Get away from the party line;
Happy for fed government to go ahead on renewables;
I fully believe in wind and solar power;
Give it a good try;
Make people more aware;
We have to invest in the future and at the same time not hurt the average Australian;
Why don’t they do that here (solar concentrators like in Spain);
We need to look at every household being solar and at an affordable rate;
Why are solar panels not mandatory on new houses, up energy efficiency building regulations; it is up to us to act evil happens when good people do nothing;
What legacy do you want to leave your grandchildren?
The buck has to stop with us, what happens to our grandchildren otherwise?
I wish landlords could be supported so low income households can access renewable energy;
We need RE, less coal;
We have so much sun we should use it, it would help if the installation cost was lower; its about time to invest in RE;
If it is worked through with responsible and respected people RE should be developed for the people;
Make RE affordable for all;
Stop passing the buck and make a decision for RE;
Make it cheaper for all to afford; push RE ahead for the future;
Nobody will do it on their own, needs the government to make it happen;
We should be looking to get more RE and leave a good place for our grandkids;
Get their head out of the sand and stop being so negative;
Low income people need support to access solar;
The RE is available lets get on with the job of using it;
Need to invest in RE coz we are making so much off coal now;
Invest in the community so they can afford to take up solar HWS and PV panels;
Go for wind energy;
Need definite increase in RE sources;
The cost of running a home is getting harder as the price of fossil fuels goes up, they need to stand up tot he big companies;
Seize the opportunities, see RE as a priority; most important issue is energy for the future, should take it seriously;
This is issue should be a priority; stand up to companies get RE out there.
Surf Coast
We can only exist sustainably.
The time is now, there is no tomorrow.
There is no economy on a dead planet.
Don’t be a sheep.
Be leaders in renewable energy, not followers
Think about the Grand kids future.
Plan beyond three years.
Look to the longer term.
Include the value of natural capital in all aspects of our economy.
Stop bickering.
Get on with it.
More research needed to reduce costs of RE.
We all have to be responsible.
Are you in parliament to support us?
Act now!
Do something
More education in secondary schools
Act in a trustworthy manner.
Business should be figuring out how to make changes
Get going, stop procrastinating
Do what’s right, not what’s popular
Market the argument better; if you don’t do something there will be a much bigger price to pay.
Transition Town - Wonthaggi
We are the earth and the earth is us. Open up your eyes and have some heart and thought for the future.
More needs to be done,
Too lazy,
They are afraid of the opposition,
The action doesn’t fit the problem,
We need to get on top of global warming,
Global warming is a serious problem and needs to be taken seriously,
They need to educate the people where global warming is concerned,
They only make promises but don’t carry them out,
They should not cut back on solar programs,
They don’t seem to understand the seriousness of the problem,
Not doing as much as other countries this is serious,
They can’t understand what causes climate change,
We need clever credible candidates,
Put the money up for renewables now,
We need politicians who are intelligent and visionary,
Wake up and embrace it,
Don’t play up to the Chinese,
This is the most important thing to happen ever and most politicians stand idle,
Get with it!
Make solar units possible for everyone,
Do you really understand the problem,
We are so far behind the problem needs attention,
This is a serious problem which requires close attention and legislation,
Study up and familiarise yourself with the facts,
We are not doing enough to get on top of the problem,
We’re just going on what other countries are doing,
We need more education on climate change in the schools and the electorate,
The scientists warnings should be respected,
We’re not making sufficient advancement in overcoming the problem we have,
We should take everything into account like population increase etc.,
We are not moving quick enough - too pathetic,
They should keep the feed-in tariff at 60 cents and maintain rebates for solar,
Politicians should concern themselves about saving the planet and humanity with clean renewable energy before thinking about who will win the next election,
Have the guts to invest in renewables now and put a price on carbon emissions,
Don’t know yet who candidates will be but of course they should all have it as a priority,
There will be no future for the coming generations if we don’t,
Save the planet and invest in renewables NOW,
Invest in renewables not pollution too much carbon dioxide everywhere is deadly to the planet and to human well being,
Act now invest and encourage renewable energy. Stop supporting coal industries. Create employment with renewable industries,
Government should be enforcing renewables not pricing pollution,
Have some courage,
Have a long term view don’t just look to next election look to the next generation,
Why doesn’t the government explain this properly to us so that we can understand,
Grow some testicles,
They need to communicate better,
Please encourage support for renewable energy,
Stop stuffing around and just do something,
Hope you can get the price of energy down,
The burden on my children and their children will be unjust if we don’t act,
It is very urgent that we institute policies now to implement significant amounts of renewables,
Wangaratta Sustainability Network
Invest in the future not in the past;
I am 62 and quite scared for our future;
Please show some leadership on this;
Why not? please listen;
Have some vision and long term planning;
I am disgusted with their lack of understanding - they just don’t seem to care;
Stop talking and do it;
Too expensive/too hard NOT an option (20yr. old);
Wake up and smell the roses;
It’s criminal to keep supporting non-renewable energy;
What's the next number below 5% - almost nothing;
Should have started 10-15 years ago;
People thought economies would fall over when we stopped slavery but we survived;
What will we tell our grandchildren;
Why is Australia lagging behind?
Instead of a Building Education Revolution the federal government should have invested in renewable energy;
Get real - the ship is heading towards a reef - turn it around rather than focusing on trivialities;
Warrnambool Environmental Action Group
More action and less talk on renewables!
Have the guts to stand up and do the right thing about renewables. Shut down Hazelwood and have an exit plan for all other coal fired stations. Do not build anymore!! 100% Renewable!
I support candidates to invest in renewables and to combat scare campaigns;
Should NOT BE A POLITICAL ISSUE!
The government needs to invest in renewables-NO not in the next 5-10 years!
Please invest in the future!
It would be better if all the renewable equipment was made in Australia-now it comes in ships;
Follow the science and research that is in our long-term interest! We certainly need to be proactive in the ways we manage our resources for the future;
Government should look at all sources of energy except nuclear. Gas particularly its so cheap and less polluting. For families on a budget a high carbon is hard;
Reduce energy-use recycle;
Take into consideration we need coal and gas to live; Keep costs down;
Think of our future generations;
Value the future of our natural environment;
Carbon tax on companies;
Needs to be more of it (renewable energy) and bigger targets and more education;
Carbon tax on companies that pollute. Invest!
Spend tax money on renewable energy instead of fossil fuels;
In the long run renewable energy will bring prices down -in the long run;
We need renewable energy;
Stop giving so much money away-our priorities are wrong. We should be fixing our own country first. The labor government is too extravagant with money;
Our little country can’t do anything-not with China, India, and USA etc. It’s nature;
Seriously start considering more cost efficient and green energy and consult with the people more;
If you are serious about renewable energy you should give some rebate to people on the ground;
If you are serious about renewable energy give solar rebate to people on and off the grid and also to people who want to own their own power source. Be truthful and frank and open and not hide things from us;
I think the government should be doing something to encourage renewables;
Renewable energy is the way of the future;
We should support it passionately;
Continue with your renewable energy plans that you have at the moment;
Government should be promoting the electric car or reducing price for high octane petrol;
Positive bonuses for companies that take the first step towards renewable energy and not taxes which increase prices;
Make renewable energy more affordable;
If they bring anything in its got to be affordable and then people will use it;
Educate people on renewable energy. People should not pay extra. The government should get local companies to look at what should be done locally for renewable energy. Our Federal member Dan Tehan should provide means where people are encouraged to use renewable energy;
If it’s cheap and can be done, do it;
Stop stuffing around-focus on tomorrow;
Make the whole world natural;
We need to investigate what is really happening out there in terms of climate change;
Forget the focus groups and have the guts to develop a vision and go with it;
Invest in infrastructure;
I’m happy with what’s been done in this electorate (3266);
It’s better than before. The rest of Victoria still needs work (on renewables);
Nuclear should be on the table.
Solar energy on a large scale should be implemented or trialled. Should be a tax on transport;
Show strength of character and do what you believe;
I am frightened by government's apparent lack of direction re Renewable energy. Decisive action needs to be taken;
Invest in renewable energy immediately. Start acting on your promises-if you do get the money spend it on the right things-renewables not on something else! Support your country;
Greater support needed for renewable energy, greater technology and commercialisation.
Surveys should not be so emotionally charged;
Provide real incentives for people doing the right thing.
Be responsible with renewable energy practices;
The time to act is no! There is no other option for the future;
Please think about the future and how you will leave this planet for future generations;
The government should take a strong stand against scare campaigns-but EDUCATE.
In a democracy you have to have the support of the people before investing;
87% of scientists believe in human induced climate change and there is very little time, if any, we have to do something to prevent irreparable damage to the planet. If we want a future for the planet and for our children and grandchildren we have to act now-employ Don Watson to write the simple pithy messages needed to educate the people to understand this!
Education so far has been woeful and left to the often right wing media;
Get cracking on real solutions not controlled by big business. Invest in renewable energy because the future of our planet. ;
I resent having to have a smart meter. I have already paid for an ordinary meter for solar-so I don’t want it anyway;
Renewable energy for our future and this offer a future for our children;
Invest in using as much renewable energy as possible;
Invest in renewable energy-inform now-for all;
Action on this issue takes courage. I’d like the government to continue with their present policy.;
We need solar and geothermal and more research and development but cap wind farms;
Please support renewable energy and have some vision;
The gas power stations I don’t support because too costly and too much CO2. Wind and waves are good-the way to go!
Do what’s best for the country-and not what’s best for politicians;
There’s no reason not to invest in renewables. We’ve got wind and sun and we’re not making the most of them;
We need to make renewable energy more affordable and accessible to the general public;
We have to get it together. Eventually there will have to be a bipartisan agreement but hard to see this happening in the future. We need to go all out to get this;
Get on with it! (renewable energy) but more clear explanation of issues needed so people can understand the issues;
Put more focus on the issue. Not enough focus on environmental issues and positives. Wake up to yourselves. Renewable Energy now;
It’s so serious-get on with it! Bite the bullet and do something about alternative energy. People need certainty!! Bite the bullet- Get on with it!
Show some ticker!
Wish we had more planned development e.g. why are there black roofed garages and south facing houses?
We are protecting the future for our grandchildren by using renewables. Have to pay an investment for future generations. Make the price of power the same for coal.
Take the politics out of this issue. Listen to those who can deliver really good research on this and take party politics out of it! Don't take the voters for granted. Listen to the voters, we pay them. Come up with options and say what you want. Research, research, research.
Show a bit of courage and break our reliance on fossil fuels. Need to have a good energy-renewable energy. Social sustainability is needed to get my vote. Renewable energy sits with my social welfare principle and the reduction of poverty issues.
Teamwork involving all members of parliament is needed.
Support renewables
Australian voters will expect candidates to do the right thing and invest 100% in renewable energy
Forget the polls and the scare campaign and do the right thing for all Australians. Invest in 100% renewables
We need to develop a sustainable Australia for a healthy future and the only way to do this is to invest in 100% renewables
Wellington Sustainability Group
Try a bit harder;
Continue the solar rebates;
Stop being so negative and parochial;
We need to implement renewable strategies NOW!
More incentives needed;
Pull your finger out - get stuck in while you can!
Definitely put a price on carbon so people will think twice about energy wastage;
Think about the public ahead of your re-election;
Do more to stop BIG companies causing most of the pollution;
Pull your finger out;
Provide incentives through super funds;
Pull your finger out;
Help lower income to have solar power;
More wind power please;
Look after the future for our children;
Make renewables affordable and more will take it up;
Pull your finger out;
Listen to the countries doing it successfully overseas;
Just do it;
When are we going to get a Government with enough courage to make the hard decisions;
Better do something before it’s too late;
We don’t have a choice - we have to become sustainable;
Invest in transition jobs;
We must look to the future;
Make solar affordable with universal feed-in-tariff, nation wide;
Just get on with it;
Transition jobs and research needed;
Push a renewable and sustainable Gippsland;
Get off your bum and do something;
Do something about it;
Invest more in renewables;
Listen to the people who know what they are talking about. Facts not opinion;
Get over the childish politics and do what is right - our children deserve a safe environment. It’s URGENT;
Get on with it;
If we don’t invest there will be no economy anyway - we have to do something;
Can’t keep using fossil fuels;
I don’t think you are doing enough;
Just do it;
Stop the dirty polluters;
Just do it;
Better feed-in-tariffs and more help for pensioners via rebates etc;
It’s inevitable so just do it;
Please listen;
Look to the future before the fuels run out;
Stand up for renewable energy;
Do it yesterday;
Take renewables seriously and commit to doing it NOW!
Back renewables all the way;
Plan for the long-term future, better and cheaper to invest now;
Be seen to do something for a change;
Do something about it;
Do something about renewables and our environment NOW!
Fund renewables NOT FOSSIL FUELS;
Give it a go;
Tale renewables seriously;
More investment in renewables;
Legislate to make it happen, not a tax;
Get off your bum and do something - be proactive not reactive about renewables;
More investment in renewables;
Do more on renewables;
Get on with it;
Just make it happen whatever it takes;
It’s time to make renewables happen;
Do your best to implement renewables and cut pollution;
I wouldn’t mind more taxes if they go to renewables;
Do your Job - represent youth...a surprising number of us watch politicians;
Think beyond the next election to your kids; futures;
Do something about renewables;
Lift your game;
Get your finger out;
We need more clean energy;
Try harder;
Invest in renewables now;
Be more proactive;
Think of the future by going renewable;
Make renewables happen ASAP;
Carbon tax on polluters not on people;
There need to be more wind farms;
Make renewables more affordable;
We want to do it but it is too costly;
Something needs to be done now
100% RE is unachievable in today’s society. Set realistic goals that follow the SMART criteria and either meet or exceed them;
Do Something!!
Queensland
Brisbane
Consider the legacy we leave to future generations.
Invest now for a safe future.
Here in The Gap we expect our Member of Parliament to safeguard our livelihood by supporting safe energy program.
It is smart business decision to invest in an alternative power source that is abundant (sun, wind).
Do it!
Other countries are already doing it, why aren’t we?
Don’t be intimidated by business. Respond to the needs of future generations.
You need to explain it better through a clear education process!
Stop mucking about!
Investment in renewable energy is the solution for the long term - Make a decision to leave a legacy that generations will remember, not a decision just to get back into government!
Hurry up - it may be too late!
More renewables.
Could we have more solar energy please?
Don’t be scared!
Be courageous and make the change that’s needed.
If we don’t look after the environment nothing else matters.
Let’s think about out Future
Too much interest in coal and existing industries, not enough support for renewables!
We have nothing to lose from renewable energy.
Please don’t listen to the big polluters scared of job cutting. Clearly the big profits they gain allow them to keep staff on and accept a little less profit.
Think about your children
Let kids have a green future.
Don’t put the mining industry in front of people.
Please support renewable energy research and infrastructure.
This is no time for cowardice: too much is at stake.
Why don’t you do something?
Hurry Up!!
Please use the science as a guide to your policy.
You are blinded by the ‘glare’ (economic shine) of coal!
Do it now! The percentage of royalties from mining to government is only 5% so do it now before increase of royalties.
We want removal of subsidies to the fossil fuel industry.
We want immediate action on renewable energy and energy efficiency.
You need to act on the evidence. It’s not just light bulbs!
We need to act on the evidence.
Do it now, act now, and be smart!
100% renewable is do-able. Get started with it!
100% renewable is do-able - have a look at the BZE Zero Carbon Australia Stationary Energy Plan!
Put money in renewables now to save later.
Pine Rivers Climate Action Network
Make it cheaper and easier to invest in renewable energy;
Use your reason and use your conscience instead of listening to your wallet and self interest;
Plan for the future;
Do something now;
Stop talking about it. Take the steps to make it happen;
If we have the resources why aren’t we using them? It doesn’t make sense to destroy the planet when we have an alternative;
Help the ones already doing something about this;
Invest in renewable energy;
Do your job;
Get your act together;
Do more- don’t listen to the major polluters;
Get on with it;
Be responsible and don’t try to line your own pockets;
Stop dithering and just do it;
Understand and get information on what we can do and be realistic about the benefits to us, not just focusing on cost;
We’ve got to think about our kids;
Support green power even if your policy doesn’t align with your party’s stance and have the courage to do the right thing;
Stop wasting money and start looking after us; Start getting serious and stop playing politics;
It’s the government’s responsibility to protect the interests of the people. It’s your job to ensure the health and vitality of the planet;
Don’t be short sighted in your thinking and actions;
Educate the Bogans!
Stop using time as an excuse;
More education is needed;
Open your mind to the future of our nation;
There is growing support for renewable energy among the Australian public. Our current raft of politicians are preventing growth of the renewables industry, they should take more initiative;
We need plain English practical options explained to everyday individuals at a household level so that people can see the personal relevance of action on climate change;
Be proactive to support the future of our planet;
I am in favour of the current government approach to a carbon tax and much more investment in renewable energy;
Get on with creating more renewable energy. Do something!
It starts today! Get on with it! Stop shillyshallying around and invest in renewable energy;
Listen to the people. Show you care about the environment and invest in renewable energy; See the truth about the future of our planet. Take action now and stop procrastinating;
There is not enough being done while you waste time arguing about it;
Make solar energy more attractive to the general population;
We must think about our future and the future of our children. We must turn to renewable energy;
We must be concentrating on the development of alternative sources of energy;
Listen to what the people need and renewable energy. Work to make it more affordable;
Please pull your finger out and we are running out of time!
Get moving;
Stop digging holes and destroying our planet. Use an energy that is infinite; Let’s take the initiative and be a leader in renewable energy. Make policy decisions to take into consideration the science and economic advice, and not worry about opinion polls;
It’s the way of the future. We’ve got to do something eventually before we run out of resources, so why not do it now. Save the planet;
It’s definitely worthwhile investing as its reliable and cheaper to run;
Innovate or stagnate. Someone has to do it, don’t get left behind;
It’s a no-brainer. All it needs is courage from our pollies to stand up for what everyone knows is right;
It’s all about our children’s future and the future of our country. We’re all responsible and we need to work together on a solution;
The time has come to do something. It can’t be an option anymore, we have to do it the right way;
Time to show some leadership; Push harder at a government level to support renewable energy;
Put the environment first, before profits. We have to look at doing things differently. We’ve only got one world;
At the moment our federal government are a bunch of cowards being walked over by big business from overseas. Listen to the grassroots people instead of multinationals dictating to us;
Look at hemp as an alternative energy source; Let everyone help keep their bit of the world clean by supporting them with tax deductible renewable investments;
We can’t afford to be more interested in votes and cash from large companies than in sustainability;
Wake up to yourselves; Be proactive;
The way the carbon tax is sold at the moment people don’t know enough about it. There should be more local meetings to explain what it is all about;
The carbon tax should be consumer based not producer based to give the public real incentive to change their behavior;
Make renewable energy more affordable to the average Australian, not just big business. All new homes should have solar;
Stop being bullied by big business, Listen to all sides more;
Use food energy more efficiently;
Stop the politics and just do it!
Stop being scared by big business;
It’s time they got off their arses to do something; The people want change and are doing it without your help, but the government should move along with us;
This is extremely important for our whole planet. We need you to stand up for Qld, Australia and the world;
Work it out and make it greener and give us an incentive to do it the way you want us to;
Get off your arse and do something;
The government should listen to everybody and not just big industry and and be honest with us;
Peter (Dutton), your party is on the wrong track in blocking the carbon tax;
Get your thumbs out of your arses and do something about it;
Don’t be bullied, stand up and support your people;
Do something!
Look into it and take on board what we are saying;
We need to look at what’s happening to the world and invest in our future;
Do more!
Get in and just do it and stop quibbling and go in for real change;
Look at every angle, not just financial;
The government needs to sell job security to the general public, especially about the diversity of jobs in the renewables industry;
Superannuation funds should be investing in renewables and
Add another 2% to compulsory super;
Publicise some decent schemes so we know what you’re doing;
Tell the public how policies will affect us;
As a householder who has invested in renewable energy, I would expect the government to equal my investment. For every household that have PV panels, the government should match that with renewable energy;
Get your shit together Pete (Dutton). This decision is above our government and the future of Australia is too serious to dick around with;
Spend money on alternatives before we no longer have a choice;
Go with renewables!
We’ve got to change and
I want my grandchildren to grow up in a clean environment and and I don’t want to be known as the dirty generation;
We’re messing up the Earth as it is, renewable energy is the way of the future;
Don’t give up!
Show some political leadership on this issue, not just giving us a greenwash. Have some political courage;
Look at the long term picture, not just at votes, Don’t be scared to invest in our future;
Wake up! If Germany can do it with 4 months of sun a year, why can’t we?
We’ve got too many politicians/chiefs and not enough Indians;
It will get worse if we don’t act soon;
Just do it;
We are wasting Australian sun by using coal;
Pull your finger out on renewables and the planet is in disaster mode;
We need to support renewables;
Renewables is definitely the path and it’s our only option;
What are we leaving to our kids? I don’t know why we haven’t acted and it’s pitiful we haven’t;
Clean up the country;
There’s too much talk by the government, and too much influence by multi-nationals and
Just get it done;
Australia is third world in the renewables stakes, with the government held to ransom by big industry;
There is lots they could be doing;
This is the most important issue in determining how I vote;
You need to encourage renewables and encourage the public to take it up;
You can’t keep raping the planer and money cannot be eaten;
I don’t trust governments to be effective;
Do your homework and bring the community on board with its well established and transparent renewable energy plans;
I hope the government would do its homework to get renewables right;
Evaluate all our options;
All businesses should be charged for polluting energy
Act fast. You worry too much about what big business thinks. We need to act soon;
This is important for future generations and our environment. It won’t be long before people will be on this bandwagon and renewable energy will be an issue in politicians’ minds;
Do it now, no more messing around;
1% of the GST should go towards renewable energy;
Pull your finger out!
We need a price on carbon;
Be the change you want to see in the world;
Let’s phase out polluting energy sources, put a price on carbon and get bipartisan support to make renewable energy price competitive in a rising energy market;
Go renewables! No more new coal mines and keep uranium in the ground;
We need renewables to be a high priority, see a genuine commitment and action in a consultative process;
Stop subsidising fossil fuels, and introduce a carbon tax to fund renewable energy. Polluters should pay;
Without investing in our Earth, we have nothing;
We have the ability, the resources, the know how and the sooner we get onto this the better. The longer we leave it, the harder it will be;
Go for baseload renewable power as soon as possible. Instead of new coal fired power stations, support investment in renewable energy;
Give it a try, give it a fair go. Learn from other good examples;
We need to live in a more sustainable manner to slow climate change;
The sooner the better;
Follow your common sense and stop digging us in deeper;
Our government representatives are elected to take our views to Parliament and
We want you to listen to your community;
It’s silly to think we can’t move towards renewable energy and
We can’t leave it all up to future generations;
We have sufficient technology to use renewable energy. You just have to change your mindset to make it happen;
It’s time Australia took its snout out of the coal trough and started putting our support behind the renewable energy industry for a clean and green sustainable future for our children and our planet;
Listen!
Develop a brave plan and put it into practice;
Get your finger out and do something; enough talk, let’s put it into action!
We need more community awareness and education;
We need more investment in green jobs;
Listen to the people;
Listen to Mother Nature;
Listen to the environment.
Sandgate Transition
The sun shines across Australia, if all schools had solar panels we’d have a lot less pollution.
Invest in renewable energy.
Lead the way and innovate. Be strict with corporations.
Beware the lobbyists against renewable energy.
Keep your promises and make a firm stand for renewable energy.
You’ve got to do something.
Why do you have your eyes shut?
Not moving towards renewable energy suggests corruption in high places.
Commit and plan for renewable energy, just do it, I’m all for it.
Stop debating the science just do it, get on with it.
Start investing in renewable energy and stand up to polluters.
Please listen to the voices of the electorate, stand up to polluting companies.
We need renewable energy to invest in the planets future.
Have the courage of your convictions and don’t put business first.
Renewable energy is definitely a possibility and it can become a reality with government support.
Listen to the community.
Hurry up it is taking too long.
Definitely government too weak as renewable energy is a safe alternative.
We’ve waited too long for action, and carbon polluters are getting away with it.
Just come out and say renewables are possible.
Deal with landlords and public housing re solar panels and water tanks.
Use the sun please; make the world better, simpler and affordable for our children;
Respond now not later;
It is very important to have debate with truth and substance;
Studies from RMIT indicate achievability and you have to be insane not to be doing it;
Take a hard look at what is happening in the world;
Support green energy;
Get your finger out;
Get out some reliable information;
Take notice of what the community has to say;
Put it to referendum;
Try to become a world leader in world energy;
Get on with it Wayne;
Just bite the bullet and go in that direction;
What is it going to take to make change;
Rather have wind than nuclear;
Provide a framework for renewables;
Consider the future;
More wind;
Please make it happen;
Do what you know is right stop pandering to lowest common denominator;
Stop treating voters as idiots;
The electorate wants to see details;
Educate your electorate about energy production options;
Allow people to have stand alone power systems in homes;
Government needs to work with big companies to convince them to change attitude;
Legislate for renewable energy; please continue rebate system for solar;
Please investigate tidal power (as in UK);
More local action; think of us young people;
Please focus on wind farm and solar factories, both create jobs;
St Johns Wood Sustainability Brisbane
Small business pays so much already to the Government - and they can’t get their act together to invest in renewables. Why are you wasting our taxes?
Coal seam gas is the future.
I’ve seen a lot of renewables overseas. We want it (renewables) but need more information.
It needs to be an approach that is consistent with a global approach - We need visionary leadership.
There’s so much talk and not enough action. We’re not spending enough on research and development on renewables. Too much is spent on mining research. Please think about the generations after us - we’re not doing it now.
We have enough room in Australia for renewables. We spend Ridiculous amounts of money on non-essentials.
Make it clear in the media how you stand on renewable energy, and what you are doing.
Fossil fuels are finite and costs will rise, so it would be better to invest now.
Charge big business for pollution and put the profits into renewables. Carbon pollution is affecting future generations and the environment. Stop destroying the earth pointlessly. This is not that expensive.
The Commonwealth government should provide incentives for state governments to run programs to increase the uptake of renewable energy. Just do it - Do it now!
Government likes the money - they see Australia as an open quarry. Act now!
Renewable energy is the way of the future and you should get on with supporting it.
We’ve got the country and the space. Renewables should be compulsory and affordable. Keep plugging for renewables.
Make it a priority now. Deal with it with now, without political rubbish. Just get it done.
Get Coles and Woolworths on board. Make mining companies responsible.
Stop putting character assassination ads on TV every time there’s an election.
Mining has so much revenue - they are not interested in people. We don’t need ethanol- it ruins rubber pipes.
Do something constructive and put the money back into the community.
Stop the pollution for future generations.
Stay strong! Have moral conviction.
Increase the taxes and get on with it. Do what you have to do.
You are just not doing what you should do. We have plenty of land to put in solar panels and wind farms, e.g. look at Windorah. Give us more solar energy subsidies and don’t cut our subsidies on the 30th of June.
To Jane Prentice: Change your leader, change your focus, go in the opposite direction - stop supporting big business.
For solar and geothermal power companies to be better, the government needs to put more money towards their development. Rebates need to be permanent.
Get on with it - don’t cost us too much!
It’s do-able, the Government has the power to change and set regulations - they need to use that power;
Action has to happen but we need to take care of the people at the end of the line;
Don’t be scared to try, if we don’t do it now, we won’t get a second chance;
Renewable energy is the way of the future;
Needs more investment in research and infrastructure to make renewable energy work;
Kate’s (Jones) doing a great job, we’ll do what we can to keep the parachutist out;
Look into it a bit more, do some more research yourselves. It might cost more money initially but it will cost less to the environment;
Be proactive. Develop holistic, comprehensive plans to deal with renewable energies;
Keep working on renewable energy projects. My power and gas bills have quartered because of solar hot water;
Wake up! Let’s follow the Europeans.
Get on with the job;
Do whatever you can, this is really important;
We need to have a long term plan - it’s an important change;
Think globally, act locally, one planet - peace now;
This is an extremely important issue and all levels of government should be doing more;
Think of the future, our children need us to invest in a long term clean future;
Every party should be pushing for renewable energy;
Invest in clean energy;
Need to get the facts out there and have the debate;
Tell Tony Abbott to understand the science;
We need you to be supportive of local renewable power initiatives.
Educate the public more. Keep up the eco-friendly initiatives.
The changeover must be carefully managed re training workforce first, then taxing big business.
Start doing something.
Please make sure that there is balanced education available to all the population. Research carefully wind energy as I have concerns about it. Go for solar and thermal.
You need to develop a middle of the road approach to solving the climate change problem and that is how you will make progress.
Stop dragging your feet; we need to move to renewable energy as soon as possible.
Have a win-win by creating jobs. It does not need more spending.
Australia has great resources for renewable energy; it will be good for the future generation to support these initiatives.
Progress scientific research and train more students in the field of solar energy.
Put the information to the public.
More planning is needed for the future.
Continue to fight to develop renewable energies.
I am very concerned at the lobbying power of the fossil fuel industry and our subsidies to them. The perceived short-term financial gains are far outweighed by the destruction of natural amenity, biodiversity and social disruption in the future.
We must make these decisions now for the sake of our descendants.
It’s really urgent that we put money into renewable energy: we have the perfect climate to do it. We need to become resilient.
There’s so much interest in living more sustainably but on our own it isn't enough. We need an energy revolution, independent of political parties.
We live in a capsule. We shouldn’t pollute it. Science must be the basis of change.
Expedite the use of renewable energy and stop the raping and devastation of the earth.
See the bigger picture and provide better circumstances for our children to grow up in.
We have to have a balanced debate. We need a balanced portfolio of energy generation so renewables need to be part of it.
Take notice of what other countries are doing. Sweden is thriving and they have had a carbon price of $100 a ton for years. Take notice of what BZE is saying. BZE is showing the theory and some wonderful examples happening here, e.g. the Hepburn community wind farm. The Labor party should take advantage of these great examples of what is possible.
You need to promote more healthy debate in the area. Really take it to the people - the facts!
To Tony Abbott: I wish you would offer some solutions rather than just throwing up resistance and criticism.
The Liberals should take note and support renewable energy - rather than just opposing for the sake of opposing. Stop denying the science.
Comment For Tony Abbott: Stop the fear campaign. Reduce the hyperbole. Cut the crap.
The sooner we invest in clean technologies the better.
It’s urgent that we take action now to back renewable energy.
Try and push through bills to favour renewable energy.
The cost in future is only going to rise. Stop aligning yourselves with the fossil fuel lobby. We can see right through it.
We can’t eat money, and there will be no jobs on a ruined planet.
I care for the future of my grandchildren and our current path doesn’t provide them with much of a future.
Hurry up and start using green power.
We need to invest in renewables urgently.
Pull your finger out and invest in renewables.
Climate denial is killing us. Take action now.
I have a child. I can only respect politicians who aren’t selling and consuming and wasting her future.
We must pay for the pollution we are causing. We have to go renewables. We must tackle climate change.
NO new coal-fired power stations should be built as proposed in QLD. Governments are notorious for waiting till after a catastrophe. That mentality cannot work for this one. We are going to wipe out the human race by failure to respond to the climate crisis.
Think about 20 years in the future - when both oil and coal are running out. No to nuclear.
My eleven grandchildren and their futures are at risk.
Look at renewable energy more seriously.
Support solar.
Create green jobs. Environment and employment work together.
Stop playing politics. I want to see a fact-driven debate.
Think local, act local.
It’s getting to be too late! Just start- gets moving.
Get behind the research and move towards renewable energy.
Keep the solar panel rebate going and increase it, as people are saving to install solar panels.
Do something now while you have the chance and you have the research telling you, before it is too late.
Stop lying and tell the truth.
Do something about it.
Spend more on research into renewables.
We need to think beyond the next three years.
Get stuck into it. Quickly!
See the bigger picture and provide better circumstances for our children to grow up in.
Try and push through bills to favour renewable energy.
We’ve got the technology and let’s do the smart thing!
Get some clear messages out and have marketing plan to win the hearts and minds to the facts.
The sooner we start pulling our fingers out the better.
Fuel sources can be from different sources than fossil energy.
Sustainability is forever. The government is not interested in what comes after their term is finished.
Stop talking, take action, and then make any necessary changes on the way.
Action must be taken to educate and overcome misinformation. We shouldn’t be linking 'politicking' to basic needs. Do the right thing and stop playing politics.
Transition Annerley
Get on with the change
Provide long-term projects such as impose taxes on polluters and incentives for organisations/people to install renewable energy.
Anything worth doing is hard but should not be a barrier.
Raise awareness and provide forums so people can have their say.
Watch out! Here we come.
Renewable energy is good.
Put a high price on carbon
We owe it to the future
Transition East
Do something now and stop dithering around.
Less talk and more serious action;
Don’t give in to powerbrokers.
We only have one planet
Times are changing; get with the future
Get behind renewable energies and make people more independent from big corporations
Remove subsidies from coal power
Start telling everybody that non-renewables are going to run out
Get on with it; just do it
Stop acting like children and get on with it
The time is now!
Invest in correct information to counterbalance scare campaigns
Politicians never listen to recommendations from their own committees
Do what’s best for a sustainable future
Fossil fuels aren’t renewable; need to use renewables
Don’t just talk about it, do something about it
Our current usage of resources is depleting our future generation’s supply
Get on with it; do something
Stop investing in fossil fuels and stop listening to lobbyists
Tax the mining companies
Think to the future
Don’t politicise the issue
We want climate action and not just talk
It’s time to wake up; we need action
Feed in tariff please
Start serving the public interest and not the fossil fuel interest
Save our grand children
Time is running out; something has to be done
We’re not supporting farmers enough to reduce carbon
People have to understand the true cost of our lifestyle
Support reducing energy consumption
We need to consume less
Look to the future; not just right now
I am prepared to incur greater costs for more sustainable energy
Please support innovation and research into renewables
Need more research and concrete development of solar thermal plants, wind farms and other renewables
People of influence should find out the real truth about what is happening with the
Educate people as to how easy it is
Educate the masses in a non-confrontational way
Remove subsidies on fossil fuels
Make short term unpopular decisions which will become long term popular decisions - think beyond the election cycle
Look outside of Australia to see what the rest of the world are doing
Invest in community awareness of fact or fiction
Focus on the future and transform the Australian economy to sustainable
Stop worrying about the next election and think more about the long term future
We’ve got to explain to the public what energy conservation means
Stop investing in dirty power
The laws of physics are not negotiable
Become true elders; do the right thing in the face of immature understanding of reality
Govern for the country’s future, not yours or your parties future; we are now using the next generations resources; start acting now and pay the bucks to get renewable energy happening
Invest in and support through incentives renewable energy technologies; to date there has been too much focus on funding shovel-ready projects, which really only aim to make sub-optimal schemes less troublesome; we need fundamental breakthroughs in alternative energy sources, and soon; getting them will probably require a large, collaborative effort focused on theoretical science; changing our approach to research in this way might seem more difficult than using what we already have, but, as with our natural resources, we are running out of options.
Stop supporting the oil/gas/mining industry a lot more than renewable energy sources, which is our only sustainable option into the future.
Wake up and be true leaders
BZE Plan - read it
Climate change is real; we need to act
Promote low carbon clean solutions
Start generating clean energy
Please make positive action asap for the next generation
Politics need reform; stop reacting and lead us where we are meant to go
Stop stuffing around; forget about the next election and put our money into renewable energy
Get more environmental jobs
Please don’t delay; the technology is there and waiting; think and plan for tomorrow’s generation
It’s real and happening and we can’t wait any longer
As if you can’t listen
Please act now, it’s rather important
Invest in renewables
Stop working for industry and work for the public.
Greener is cleaner
Please listen; think of long term (think of your kids)
Stop the short term political action - say yes now
Give us a pollution free Australia now!
Why have you lost your nerve in making this reform
BZE Plan - have moratorium on CSG and no new open cut mines
Do it now, start the change to renewables in a big way
Do something now!
Bob Brown for PM
Be strong on climate change investment
Catch up to the rest of the world and adopt best practice
We need to take action now and to take advantage of the business opportunities climate change presents
Put a price and carbon emissions and fund renewables
Act now and join the rest of the world
Without air and water, there is no life on Earth, be real, there’s more to life than money
Climate change and Peal Oil need action; the majority of people want action now
Act now and stop dithering
It is time
Wake up, be courageous, give us a future
Please think of the future and not your own pocket
There is enough proof now that 100% renewables is possible, so why not act
I just don’t to want to stand by and wait for other nations to do something about climate
If you set a clear firm target with boundaries, business has clear path and certainty to act
Stop arguing and take action
Time to act is now; Bi partisan effort must begin!
Stop the simplistic political points scoring and take action now.
I will not stand by and allow my grandchildren’s world to suffer through shallow politics
Let’s think about more than our bank accounts
Please respect me
We need more truth and integrity in our government and less taxation
Make sure any taxes on big polluters is shared with the lower income sections of society
Think outside the 3-year election cycle.
Society and the world last longer than your term
Stop giving in to the lowest common denominator
Change to renewable energy
Action now is the way to our clean future
Don’t back down; save our planet
Get your finger out of your ****** and do what you are paid well for.
We need positive change now
It’s time to stop delaying action on climate change
Transition Kurilpa
This is about sustainability - we need to be more focused on sustainability.
Renewable energy is cleaner. We all know renewable energy is not safe.
It makes sense, especially in Australia where we have so much sun - particularly we look at investment in nuclear in Japan. That is crazy!
Aim for 100% Renewable energy for the future of Australia and its people.
Get behind renewable energy for our future. It’s safe, clean and renewable.
Time is running out. Do it for the kids.
It should be subsidised. Stop digging up coal and Uranium - think about the Japanese reactors!
We need to get moving. Time is running out!
We need more renewable manufacturing. Commission a report and act on the recommendations rather than ignore.
I don’t know what Rudd stands for!
Do things like NZ.
We need to be looking to the future, not just now!
We want more renewables. Every household could be more independent of fossils fuels and price rises.
Don’t tell us it’s too hard or too costly; if you say you’ll do it, just do it! Power is more important than principles -Pollies cave in all of the time - they should be held accountable.
Australia could use renewable energy sources and should move this way as soon as is possible!
Bring it up to 100%!
Was of the future is to Go Green!
Now is the time, we have come to the point to do something, embrace renewables;
Think long term, think medium term, consider being leaders;
Encourage to implement better changes to help the country if it’s good for the economy;
We need to think about consequences for the future, we need to be at the forefront of changes;
Do more!
Don’t back away from ETS;
We can do it, stop listening to vested interests;
It will hurt some industries but you have to break eggs to bake a cake, toughen up;
No more government subsidies for multinationals;
Think of your children’s children;
Work together to get it right for nature and for people;
Do what’s best for Australia;
Start creating knowledge base in creating innovative ideas/projects;
Consider entire carbon footprint
Stop procrastinating and do something now;
All the science is in - why dillydally?
Time is running out;
Use common sense.
UQ Climate for Change
Make renewable energy more affordable;
Renewable energy is a great opportunity for Australia;
If Australia wants to stay on the forefront then this is something we must do;
Do it, or I won’t vote for you;
Everyone cares about the environment but is not doing enough;
Politicians and the government need to accept that not everyone will be happy with the things they do and
Decide on a direction and lead us forward;
Act now for our future;
You’re going ok but more needs to be done, get into schools and teach kids about the issues!
Get the message out to children in schools when they are young, because by high school it’s too late;
Renewables are a worthwhile investment, and we need to look for better alternatives as it’s inevitable that we will run out of coal;
Think big, think outside of the square, think long term;
I’d like to see more done in the way of renewable energy;
Explain more about the price to put a price on pollution;
Look at education plans in schools so kids can grow up implementing change;
Need to think about the long term effects of your actions, not just aligning with lobby groups;
Act now rather than waiting for someone else to do it, just give it a go;
Someone has to do something instead of arguing;
Invest in clean energy to make it feasible; Stop subsidies for coal in Queensland!
Price pollution now;
Support a price on pollution, don’t get mislead by lobbyists;
Put more research into embodied energy, take advantage of our natural renewable resources;
Get young people involved and listen to the youth about their views;
Stop playing politics and start representing Australia;
You should really address climate change, resources are limited;
Corporate lobbying should be banned!
Raise awareness, don’t cut solar rebates;
Be strong; help create a sustainable future we can be proud of.
Use taxation to incentive technology that recognises costs to future generations and the resources they require;
Please implement a tax on carbon emissions;
You need to stand up to the fossil fuel vested interests and look to the long term;
Your government will be judged very harshly by the next generation;
Greater action on climate change;
Think long term, beyond the next 4 years!!!
The issue isn’t always political, it’s a long term problem;
Get information out there, make a plan and get it out there and communicate well!
Get a plan and act on it;
Middle income households need more support to move to renewables;
Incentives are currently completely wrong;
Take the opportunities presented by our natural renewable resources;
Think about the future, beyond next year!
SAY YES;
Financial consideration should not be the main consideration.
100% Renewable Energy Townsville
It is the way of the future - it is a must
Start making a change for the better
Take the politics out of this. We need a consensus based strategic plan
A conscience vote should be allowed in parliament on this
Take money out of subsidies to beef industry and put it into renewable energy
Do something about the development of renewables
Get into renewables asap
100% renewable - it can be done
Government makes too much money out of fossil fuels - it should move on
I want to vote for renewable energy policy makers
Please support more clean energy
You should give a shit
Give up party time and have a conscious think
More support and encouragement for renewables
Raise awareness and education
There should be a formal transition to renewable power
You need to pay more attention and show more leadership with emerging technologies
Support industries that are moving towards clean technologies
More solar laws
Just do it
Candidates should consider all energy options,
Not enough priority to renewables,
Need more research development into renewables,
Not enough public info,
More subsidies for renewables,
No to carbon tax,
Invest in solar,
Want renewables but not prepared to pay the cost,
Mining industry should be accountable,
Can’t believe we are not making use of our solar and wind resources,
Governments only interest is dollars today,
Rebates are good,
Price big polluters,
No faith in pollies
Do something soon
Make it easier for households to use renewables
Renewables-just do it!!
Invest in local sustainable energy
Work with companies to bring about change
More consideration in energy saving in architectural designs
Need for global decisions
More public transport
I have 140 acre farm which is fully run on renewables
Make Australia a leader in pollution free power
Too reliant on coal
Wake up pollies and do something about our children’s future
Generally the majority of the respondents want leadership and action in tackling climate change and introducing renewable energy alternatives.
Cairns Climate Action Network
More renewables please - particularly hydro and wind;
More positive steps and more community education;
More information to community;
Don’t limit investment to solar and wind - other renewable resources are available. Particularly bio-mass, which is still a good deal cleaner than fossil fuels;
Support renewable energy more proactively. Listen to the community - we do want renewables;
Money needs to go to research and development of renewable. Look at getting smarter technology use and efficiency;
Invest in Australian companies that are producing good results in renewable energy;
More information on carbon tax please. Why not more investment in renewables?
‘Get climate smart’
Push for renewable energy
Federal government needs to make long term investment in developing clean energy rather than playing games with it all;
Stand up for the majority of the community rather than pandering to big companies;
Publicise what other countries are doing on carbon price!! We need (and can achieve) baseload renewable energy power
It’s cheaper to act now than later;
Get on with it!
Renewable energy is not only necessary for the environment, it’s necessary for future generations;
Climate change is the most pressing issue of our times. Make Australia a world leader in Sustainability;
Plan for the next 100 years, not just the next 3;
It’s all about the future. Flip the scare campaign. How much will it cost us if we don’t act on climate change?
Be brave. Take action to make it happen. We can’t wait, must act now;
Diversify the economy. No jobs on a dead planet. This region has 100% renewable potential. No Nuclear;
We have to change. Start investing in renewables as we will eventually run out of oil;
Leadership needed and policy based on evidence and logic;
Look at what is truly helpful for the country and environment rather than vested interests;
No more excuses. It is time to act. We have to do this. The sooner we do it the higher our chance of success;
There are so many wasted roofs that could be loaded with solar panels;
Please act now to move towards a clean energy future. We need strong support for renewables, and strong leadership for an immediate transition to a low carbon economy.
Think of future generations, of people and other species.
Look around we’re destroying the earth. We need to act on renewable options before it’s too late;
Current energy practices will fail us. Stand strong for renewables and effect positive change
Renewable energy is very important - we can lead the world;
I would like to see a carbon tax implemented
Do it! Please stop listening to big business. We need forward thinkers
Act now to look after my children’s future, please
Moving to renewables creates jobs, boosts economy and improves international image please;
Australia is very vulnerable to climate change impacts, we have a lot to lose so should be mitigating emissions NOW
Stop providing tax breaks and incentives to polluting, unsustainable industries and start investing in the future
Please look beyond the next election and show leadership in this crucial time. We cannot afford to wait. We are already lagging and will pay the price in lost intellectual property and jobs
Stop funding big polluters - fund a transition to 100% renewable energy now;
Renewable energy is essential to support our future generations of life on earth
Renewable energy is the only answer for the future of the world;
Oil will only get more expensive so we should invest in renewable energy sooner rather than later;
Think ahead for future generations;
Act now!
Do something!
Be courageous and think of our collective future and not be held back by the past. People want leadership and for our representatives to transition - not sell off yet more carbon!!
I am a young Australian, please start thinking long term and plan for my future!
Let’s start NOW!
The future is renewable energy which will provide sustainable power, economic development and employment;
We support renewable energy and will put our effort and our votes towards making this shift to renewable energy sources;
We only have one world with finite resources, we need to look after it.;
Long term economic prosperity requires a commitment to future generations and sustainability.;
Build the stationary energy plan detailed in the Zero Carbon Australia 2020 plan NOW!
Economy is not the bottom line, but rather we need to balance progress and technology with health and well being of all life on earth;
Stop funding big polluters - fund a transition to 100% renewable energy now;
Support for renewables will support your re-election;
This is what the people want. Give us renewable energy and we will vote for you.
Caboolture Regional Environmental Education Centre
ACT NOW before it’s too late!
Invest in clean energy now!
Get your act together;
Pull your act together;
Sustainable Australia;
Stop burning fossil fuels;
Look ahead and have some vision for our future;
Please bring us forward from the 1950;s attitudes into the 21st century;
I will only vote for people who support renewable energy;
Subsidise clean energy;
Get on and do it!
Get it right the first time and not when it’s too late;
Go green now;
It’s not that difficult! Without a sustainable environment we have no economy, no jobs, and no planet!
Do more sooner;
Get your act together;
Action now please.
HOPE Inc - Toowoomba
Take notice of the survey;
We rely on coal too much;
Introduce more large scale renewable energy;
Climate change is a global emergency;
Please take the long term view of the future;
Wake up Mr McFarlane! Nuclear is not the way to go and neither is coal;
Please ignore party policy and consider the long term impact of dependence on fossil fuels on public health;
Please do much more to support renewable energy.
Proserpine
Advertise what’s available and encourage people more to take on renewables
More assistance and information should be available to those who would like to go down the renewable energies path.
Invest in renewables but look after the economy.
I’d need to be more certain of my facts before putting pen to paper but would like to say in a general manner that I’m in favour of renewable energy and that we should be making steps towards introducing it as the preferred option.
I would defiantly mention that I’m not happy about how the government is spending it’s money and they should be investing in renewable energy.
for once take charge and don’t be a lap dog that everyone likes give the people something.
I have been waiting for 12 months to have the energy saving team visit my house and assess my energy needs - not good enough. The cost of solar electricity is too high. The labour government has poorly managed our resources.
I feel I don’t have a voice or say in the matter, I feel like the government is controlled by those big polluting companies, they have huge power over the government all because of money, it kind of makes you feel like there is no point in saying something. I do my own things in my own home to make things greener; and i only buy ethanol petrol too, because its the cheapest I can afford and its better for the environment and makes me feel less guilty for using my car.
If you spent a fraction of the money you spend on coal infrastructure on developing renewables, Australia could have ANOTHER booming industry and MORE regional jobs!!
Keep at it. I believe big businesses do need to pay some sort of tax if they are responsible for pollution, small businesses within reason as well. Converting to renewable energy would ideally be the best option for Australia. Some people don’t welcome change. I on the other hand think something needs to be done. Take ethanol fuel for example.. there was a lot of negativity towards introducing it onto our roads. Now I can’t imagine living without it. Its just as convenient. Works all the same & is cheaper than unleaded.
We need to work at keeping Australia beautiful and by investing in renewable energy we will not only be helping the environment but will help keep our bills down too
Follow the lead of European countries in regards to renewables. Don’t blame rising electricity prices of renewables when it is in fact aging infrastructure that is driving the price skywards.
Can’t you see the Earth is not happy. We need to do something now before it’s too late.
Invest in clean energy. Otherwise we’ll only be a rich country for as long as the coal and gas lasts.
Create a NEIS new enterprise incentive scheme for research development and production of Hydrogen cars, solar, wind, tidal and geothermal power
If it keeps going up our family will have to move out of Qld everything just keeps going up and power bills shouldn’t be a big concern.
Get it right!
Fossil fuels and abusing the environment may seem like a better way to keep votes and save money in the short term, but if you take into account the costs of damage on the environment, sustainable energy is a far better alternative. This is particularly salient in the Whitsundays where the natural beauty of the environment is the main attraction for tourists from all over the world. For instance, if shale oil mining in the wetlands is allowed, it will be a serious detriment not only to the health of the immediate vicinity, but also the Barrier Reef and thus will end up costing us not only in terms of irreplaceable natural attractions, but also in terms of bad publicity and ultimately voters support for any party that supports unnecessary ravaging of our region.
Pull their heads in and get on with the job you are there to do...
Stop trailing other nations, start researching; solutions - we have the technology, just get on with it!
Stop the political crap and do it!
Stop supporting the coal and oil industry.
You have to lead the change.
Get your act together.
Renewable energy action is required NOW.
Do it!
Have some vision.
Do all the above plus put government money to better use. E.g. Stop spending our money on fancy street signs!
For God’s sake, think of your grandchildren
Government is sending confused messages on green issues. We need clear message and easy to understand language and explanations of their plans.
Please help with clean energy. It will make life in Australia better and our way of living last longer.
TAKE RENEWABLES SERIOUSLY! Invest in things of value even if it is not politically advantageous. Discern between fact and fiction.
Time to expand Australia’s horizons and the people’s too. That which we do not have we can never appreciate.
We have a responsibility to protect the world for our children & future generation’s We need to be proactive in creating much needed change & thinking laterally in terms of job creation, not just accepting the status quo that Australia is a giant quarry.
Work for us, the people who paid for the industries to start with and are now paying for the profits for privateers who bought the industries we paid for originally. Look after the workers; no one apart from themselves/ourselves seems to care.
People would be more supportive of clean energy if you could show there will be good stable jobs in the industry.
That we need to look to alternatives and to take in effective the damage to the environment. Australia Should be a leader in renewable energy irrelevant of what other countries are doing.
Stand up for your beliefs and articulate to the whole community - persuasively. Abbott has a spin-doctor who thrives on short catchy phrases that say not much, all negative, and have distinct subliminal messages that try to sow seeds of doubt and concern. You need to make a difference and the Carbon Tax group need to be able to ‘sell’ their beliefs etc and convince the community much better than the are doing at the moment. Stand up to your convictions. Stop letting Abbott railroad the debate.
Do some research on solar and wind energy before investing into the mining industry, which is slowly defragmenting our society values in many ways. 1. families - Fathers are away too much, this affects the upbringing of children, if the marriage lasts 2. money earned - smaller companies cannot pay the same wages as the mines.
Let’s look to the future of our nation, plan wisely & check out alternatives.
Even the playing field - help renewables as much as you help fossil fuels.
Solar & wind, way of the future.
No smart meters
Invest in green energies
If you want people to use renewable energy, make it easy for them, and a viable economic option.
Just get on with it. Australia won’t be a healthy wealthy rich nation for too much longer if we don’t switch to something sustainable while we can still afford to switch.
Tasmania
Climate Action Hobart
If Australia shifts to 100% renewable electricity we can show leadership for action on climate change and ensure a safe climate future.
End subsidies to the coal industry!
Give a commitment to researching clean energy option, broadcast the findings and make the switch.
We need to shift away from fossil fuels to renewable energy.
One reason why government support for renewable energy starts and stops is because they want to grab the carbon tax- be firmer in your stand against polluting organisations.
Encourage low interest loans for solar- make it affordable.
I’m happy to pay extra money for a price on carbon to support renewable energy.
Think about the future!
Tasmania has a perfect natural resource- we should be completely powered by renewable energy.
Something they need to take a long-term look at, not just short term goals-plan well!
Better public transport and bike paths and carbon tax- more reliant on power.
The majority of Australians are aware we need an alternative.
Please act on this matter with urgency- need quicker changes.
I would like to see more promotion of renewable energy- if not enough; the government needs to make some changes.
The government needs to address an alternative energy for transport now and use gas for base load power- the term renewable energy is too restrictive and doesn’t allow for the use of gas.
We need to move to renewable energy, as it will be cheaper power- stop polluting the planet.
Cut energy usage and 2 this is urgent- don’t delay- switch to renewable energy.
Re-assess values on energy use, get priority right, and protect our planet.
Be strong in your endeavors to implement policy for the uptake of renewable energy.
I would like the government to respond more to the need for renewable energy.
Having to pay for service fee for water if it goes past- the technology exists, it’s not that hard.
If wind and solar are so accessible, the government should start doing more for renewable energy.
This issue is too important to ignore- show political courage to make the right decision.
I would like to see subsidies to make renewable energy affordable, practical and attractive for low-income earners/ people on welfare.
Stand up to the fossil fuel lobby groups.
I would like a greater government commitment to renewable energy.
Go nuclear.
Invest more in renewable energy such as wind and solar (biomass and clean coal are not renewable).
Think of the future.
Make sure you get your facts straight.
Action now- stop talking.
Inter-generational equity.
Lower the cost of energy.
Get on with it.
Give us more information.
Educate us- make us part of the solution!
We should be leading. Bring on the carbon price.
Do something!
Take action.
Think long term.
This is the critical issue affecting my vote.
Renewable energy should be looked at more and thought out- something to do over time.
Need a statesman to make decisions- even if they are not popular- people can see that these decisions are for the future.
Tell the truth and stick by it.
What’s wrong with you if you don’t see the crisis that needs to be fixed?
I urge the government to implement a rebate system.
If it’s going to save the planet for our kids, we need to pursue it.
No nuclear.
Invest in incentives and educate people to do it themselves.
Invest in the future and make some hard decisions in order for the investment to go forward.
Invest in the future to leave a healthy planet for future generations.
You need to think about our kids’ future.
Be fair.
We can’t burn fossil fuels forever- it may not make a huge impact on our lifetime but will impact upon our children.
The government should bring renewable energy forward- it will be cheaper and pollution is a big problem.
With the exception of hydro and wind, petroleum based energy will end and run out- we have known this for a long time now- it’s time to change to renewable energy.
The government should spend more money on renewable energy, so it’s more efficient- take action for renewable energy.
No carbon tax.
Wake up!
We need to lead the region because China and India are the biggest polluters and we contribute to their pollution.
Think of our future, we only have one planet- dare to care.
It’s too urgent to delay- act ASAP for the sake of our children.
We need to act now.
Get real.
Show some leadership and do what’s right.
Support action for managing our environment.
We need government support for research and development and providing real incentives and policy for renewable energy.
There is a lot of talk but not enough ideas and plans implemented.
The key to our energy future is multiple small solutions rather than risky big style solutions like nuclear.
Investigate various options.
Definitely need carbon tax.
Inform yourself and take it seriously.
We need more rebates for renewable energy.
The time frame we are working on is too slow.
Climate change should be a priority- do something.
Do something other than being pressured into giving subsidies to the coal industry.
Stop with misinformation- act intelligently.
Government support for renewable energy is too slow.
The government could do better to support renewable energy.
Look after our planet.
Get with the program!
No planet= no us.
Invest in a healthy future.
Global warming is a global issue and will not go away.
Time to stand up and do something- we need strong action on climate change.
More and more Australians are supporting action to lessen climate change.
Externalities need to be better built into the economy.
Future generations will pay for it and the current generation needs to share the burden.
We need to think about the future of the planet.
People think renewable energy and climate action is important.
Fossil fuels are finite and renewables are not.
Wake up.
I enjoy nature- littering makes me sad.
I understand that politics is often about the here and now but governments should also be concerned about our future- short term pain for long term gain, guys seriously, how can you not agree?
Renewable energy is economically and environmentally the best option. Do something now!
Less talk- more action.
Renewable energy is the only way forward.
It’s economically, politically and environmentally the best option.
We can always do more to be sustainable.
Go green because you might not have to deal with the consequences but my generation does and we want a clean, safe world.
Our world is suffering from our actions but we can change this- it’s not too late.
Carbon price now, please.
Open mindedness equals sustainability. Investment in renewable energy now will save not only money in the long term but the planet and the people.
Act now, before it’s too late.
Convert to 100% renewable energy- for the people, for the world, we cannot afford not too.
We should have a lot more renewable energy working. Go solar.
More rebates and incentives for renewable energy is needed.
Pull your finger out.
Do better.
Stop talking.
Invest in renewable energy now!
Get a job.
Look outside Australia, think outside the square
Emission reduction targets should be stronger- equality, don’t make households pay for industry pollution.
Think forward to future generations.
Tax the corporations more and use the money to invest in renewable energy ASAP.
Stop subsidising fossil fuels.
Tax coal, uranium, fossil fuels and give the revenue to renewable energy- you should listen to our concerns- ministers need experience first.
Hurry up, stop talking- we need action for renewable energy.
Get on with the job of acting on climate change.
Things should be explained simply- none of us want to pay more taxes.
Most Australians are confused about the carbon price- it is obvious that a price on pollution needs to be done.
It’s really important to make renewable energy part of the climate change solution.
Try to be environmentally friendly- where possible.
Try your best to support renewable energy.
There needs to be certainty for renewable energy investment.
Everyone needs to take responsibility- people and government.
Renewable energy is a long term solution, do something, change people, higher taxes possibly.
There’s still a lot to do, get on with it!!!
Get real, it’s pretty simple, we need wind and solar- not coal energy.
Do the right thing as far as possible.
There needs to be more money for renewable energy projects- love our garden and do the right thing!
The critical agenda is over population- all the jobs and industry created to make these systems makes pollution- the more people who switch to these renewable energies are also creating pollution- address population!
Climate change exists and must be responded to.
Governments should act responsibly with regard to climate change.
Grow some balls and get on with it- stop bowing down to industrial pressure.
Take climate change seriously.
You should prioritise this issue.
Don’t be short sighted- think of the future.
Wake up and do something about this issue.
Listen to your own scientists.
Be cautious about making life too expensive for little people in the process of change.
Get your act together, don’t put money first- it is taking too long to implement the carbon tax.
Stop trying to win votes and do what you are supposed to be doing- get results!
Make the technology affordable.
Make climate action a priority- renew subsidies for renewable energy.
Profits of a carbon tax should go to research in renewable energy- take a stand and make it happen!
Tax big polluters; use the profits of the tax to fund research for renewable energy, make substantial change and jobs and investment will come.
Work together, stop infighting policies because climate change is real.
Things need to be heading towards being functional in the long term.
For the future of our planet, renewable energy is exactly where our focus should be- focus on the longer term.
I would prefer to see renewable energy than taxes that affect ordinary people.
More efforts should be made by the government to issue renewable energy to households- politicians need to be more honest-
I don’t believe in climate change but I do agree with reducing emissions.
We have the chance to be a world leader in clean energy.
There are not enough positives happening for renewable energy.
We need to find a balance between clean energy and supporting Australia’s resources.
The alternatives to coal should be subsidised. We need solar rebates.
I haven’t seen enough evidence that the government is doing enough for renewable energy.
Tasmania has a cleaner use of natural gasses, the mainland should learn from Tasmania’s resources.
Please invest in renewable energy sources- the planet can’t keep producing fossil fuels.
Please consider future generations and our planet in your decision making.
Timber companies have too much influence on politicians and there is too much emphasis on coal.
There is too much emphasis on existing energy sources and not enough research being done into renewables.
Unfortunately the energy companies and large corporations are not interested in renewable energy, so the government should be.
Please encourage renewables more, as our children’s future depends on us taking this issue seriously.
Whatever you do will cost, however you should encourage better building standards.
There should be a feed in tariff.
Need to communicate our responsibility to protect future generations.
It is very difficult to do renewable energy in Hobart- more information would help.
It is essential to have renewables.
The problem is too big and small incentives are too small (e.g. cycle ways).
You are not doing enough- wake up to yourselves!
Offer more rebates for renewable energy.
Set the example for non-polluting activities.
It’s still a valid concern despite the economic climate.
If we don’t use renewable energy we are going to go backwards and run out.
Bite the bullet- invest in renewable energy now with large scale solar power in rural areas instead of coal sequestration.
There are too many cars.
Do more thinking and research- I support wind and solar, not nuclear.
Pollution is far more than just a price- we need cultural changes to the way we live- more effort is needed into day-to-day things and education.
Stop talking money and fix the climate with more renewables such as wind and solar.
I am anti-nuclear.
Consumers should be allowed to choose products that have low C02 and get incentives/ rebates for renewable energy.
The government’s proposed carbon tax will waste money.
Think about your great, great grandchildren; think about the planet- not about votes.
We shouldn’t be using fossil fuels when there are renewable technologies out there.
Go nuclear.
Bring back solar rebates to cope with the increase in cost.
Go nuclear.
Big and small business is important- listen to the people.
Don’t avoid this issue.
Please have courage to stand up for the planet and future generations.
Money buys power and influence. Invest and provide incentives to the polluting companies (those with vast experience and expertise in energy production and distribution) to develop renewable energies alongside their existing energy production methods, so that at some point, the polluters can transfer their efforts 100% into the renewables.
By the way and we are the energy users and the polluters too!
If Tasmania as a state can’t establish enough renewable energy sources to meet our needs (and potentially enough for export) - then which state or territory or country can?
This aim could be a core platform of a central business unit within the Department of Economic Development and let’s establish Tasmania as a world leader in renewable energy technologies, infrastructure and power generation.
Immediate action on climate change or get out of government!
A carbon tax is essential for Australia to transition to a clean energy future.
We need to eliminate oil and coal dependency and and help create a sustainable ethos.
It will take years or even decades to make the major infrastructure changes needed - we must act now before we are forced to. It is HIGH time to get moving on this issue.
We need REAL action REAL quick.
The fact of the matter is we need to bite the bullet now and deal with the difficulties that might arise, because if we don’t, then our children and our children’s children will be taking that bullet for us and and that’s simply NOT right.
More rebates, please.
We need a local rebate scheme.
Please support renewables
South Australia
Adelaide Hills
Strongly support renewable energy &
We need more access;
Go ahead with 100% renewable energy;
Take a broader approach & act on the research;
Put out environment first;
We definitely need renewables, the faster the better;
Wake Up! Please.;
Let the public know more about renewable energy;
Do it all we all die!;
Stop arguing & do something now.;
Take some action now;
Take action;
Not enough $$ for renewables - be more responsive to people, not mining companies;
Promote opportunities to capitalise on innovation of renewable energy;
Keep strongly pushing renewable energy;
MPs talk about renewables but don’t do anything -plant 100,000 trees in SA;
Never doing enough - act now for your grandchildren!;
Target set for renewable energy too low;
We’re running out of time. Follow Europe’s good examples;
Start taking action now!;
Keep addressing renewable energies;
use tax$ to invest in renewable energy for our children’s future;
Past time for action - almost too late!;
Get on with it; Do Something;
Open your eyes!;
Keep supporting renewable energy;
Government should help to reduce the costs of renewable energy;
Polluter pay;
Need more $ for renewables;
Technology is there, so do it sooner rather than later;
Stop subsidizing fossil fuels and subsidize renewables;
Could do more, ad hoc until now. Poles & wires only cope with 1.5kW per household;
Renewables incredibly important - listen beyond targeted campaign by vested interests;
Support renewables, not nuclear;
Too much funding to nuclear, not enough to renewables;
Tell people more about importance of renewables;
Keep up subsidies for solar panels & green energy; Invest in schemes like Germany, building codes for energy efficiency;
Not enough incentives for individuals;
Seriously look at reducing carbon pollution;
Needs cross industry policy;
Polluters pay, ease it in;
We have to do something - this is the most important issue that our society has ever faced;
Get on with it! Future is more important than finance!;
Always more could be done; More R&D into renewables, to improve technologies;
Listen to the groundswell from the people. Do something, stop wasting time!;
Pull your finger out please!;
RE beneficial for community but forget the carbon tax;
Get on with it! Not doing enough on solar - new technologies should be more widespread;
Encourage implementation of latest solar technologies;
Please keep investing & researching renewables;
Most important issue facing us today - It’s our last chance to do something;
Get off your bum!
Should be a Renewable Energy Minister, whose aim is to implement not just research;
Renewable Energy is the goal - focus & keep moving toward it.;
Deeply invest in renewable energy;
My children’s future is too important to risk - we need to seriously address climate change now;
Research shows we need 10-20 times $$ to reduce CO2 - listen to your constituents;
Countries in Europe have shown it’s possible, creates jobs & improves economy;
Get it done - only 1 planet. Technology is out there, find a way to make it work
Support more renewables, take lessons learnt overseas, start leading not following;
Take strong leadership, don’t be timid, strong action to implement a shift to clean energy;
Need a policy to win us over;
Act Now - the community cares about renewable energy;
The community cares;
We support renewables and would like to see more;
Big coal companies need to be reduced;
More research on renewables;
Do something before it’s too late;
Not enough investment or encouragement;
Stop being influenced by carbon lobby groups, encourage less use of energy;
Be definite about what you are doing;
Some leadership in renewables needed by government;
Do what is right for the greater good;
Nothing I can write down! Spend some time in Germany;
Keep up solar incentive scheme;
Listen to the people;
Should have moved 20 yrs ago. Subsidize other sustainable organisations outside government;
Avoid runaway climate change, No. 1 priority of this generation;
Don’t waste any more time. Take a stand, take the initiative - lead the charge.;
Stand up - make a fuss - Face true facts;
It’s important;
Feds have been good, but dropped dead in last 3 months, forgot about renewables, too busy with carbon.;
Take a stand - show leadership;
Stand up for Australia - it’s worth it!;
Take a lead in Stirling - more native gardens, inspire water tank dams!;
Stand up and be counted/remembered for our future;
Stop waiting;
Bipartisan support, please;
Here’s your opportunity!
We care & we want action;
Renewable energy now!
Think of the Future!
Do More!
Vital to do more on climate change - action will create jobs;
Will vote for candidates that support renewable energy;
One term politicians vs a long term planet;
It should be a major focus;
Invest in R&D to make it pay;
Get into it!
Do the research not tax!
Listen to the people;
Stop wasting time - prioritise saving planet over being re-elected!;
Wake up. Peak Oil has passed. Grim Times head unless we take this seriously.;
Wake up vote for renewables;
Agitate, like other countries.;
Stand up to them. More encouragement;
Stand up to them! Not offering enough;
Low emissions;
Do more by way of grants - respond positively to these companies;
Government is cutting back on renewable schemes;
Engage with pollution;
Leave it to private sector;
Go ahead with a Tax;
More renewables;
Pay for carbon, get renewables;
Government has done but not stuck to it;
Why have you stopped geothermal?
Don’t be such a consumer society;
Phase out pollution for our children’s future - renewable highest priority;
Community has spoken;
Look at the facts;
No nuclear power;
Renewable energy important;
Communicate better honesty;
Can you please support 100% Renewable;
Renewable Energy should be a priority;
Fossil fuel running out - renewables a priority;
Do something about it - renewable energy!;
Investigate and inform us;
Too busy playing politics - develop smart policies;
Get with it (renewable energy);
Owe it to our children to investigate clean energy sources;
Prioritise green energy for our future;
Take advantage of uranium and go nuclear;
Believe in carbon tax, polluters need to pay, move to renewables;
Be fair on Australians and the environment;
Listen to the taxpayer - continue looking into renewable energy;
More wind;
Stop denying everything;
It’s time to put more effort into renewables;
Wake up - oil is going to run out in the near future;
Think of your children & grandchildren and what they’ll think of you;
The world can’t afford to keep doing what it’s doing - we’ll run out of non-renewable sources. ;
Support Renewable Energy;
Nowhere near enough solar for our sunshine - look at it from economic point of view;
Forget coal energy & jobs & concentrate on renewables;
Get rid of Abbott & get opposition leader who believes climate change is real;
Take note of this survey and implement it;
Give renewables a chance!
Research into thorium energy;
HP, BP & EOA are old hat thinkers re environment - government should do all they can to back renewable energy;
Support the carbon tax;
They need to do something about it;
Invest in projects like enviro-emission greenhouse solar turbine, using local resources to create affordable energy;
Embrace renewable energy;
No policy in social housing, only on government buildings;
Listen and have a plan to counter doubts on renewables. Urgently.
Keep down this track, base action on good scientific evidence and community need;
Want to see investment in renewable energy;
Need decision to move forward. Little things we do now will make big difference in the future;
Change is inevitable - cannot live the way we lived before. Make change for all living things.
No Price on Our Future, Our Country. Renewable Energy all the way. Don’t sit down or else you’ll pay!
Focus on safety and clean energy not $$;
Convince the population - Invest in tidal/wave in narrow channels (Backstairs Passage, Pumicestone Passage);
Look at our planet, what we can do to make small changes now to look after our planet;
Concentrate on essential social & environmental issues not just political hype;
Green not Brown;
We have sun & wind - go for it. Think of the future and what we will be leaving our children’s children;
Let’s not always lag behind European Union, e.g. large scale solar in Spain;
Do something about it, spend so much - do it wisely;
Someone’s go to make the move;
Get some spine;
Go Renewable;
No idea - get a real job;
Probably not enough information on what’s happening;
Rebates to low income households, force business to get organised; Don’t hear much;
It’s all a great mess at the moment; We need strong environmental leaders;
Look at more advanced societies - Portugal has leading energy policies;
Keep jobs in Australia;
Start merging renewable in now - transition;
Ridiculous to say RE expensive, will save $$ in long term;
Put a price on carbon and let the market sort it out;
Government needs to be pro-active - you can’t eat money
Learn from other countries making RE work;
Have a vision - need to move to renewables;
What legacy do we want to leave?
Show some courage, leadership & visionary initiative;
There is public support for RE;
RE is absolute priority for us all;
Start to do something about the environment;
Need a transition strategy, as fast as possible;
Legislate that all new building must be renewable, provide incentives so low income people can invest;
Look at international examples - & fund double glazing for insulation!;
Sunniest country - ridiculous not to be using it. Look at the future, long term planning needed.;
If raise taxes, have to raise wages & pension;
Every opportunity to increase RE - look to the future, no future in polluting energy resources;
Continue R&D all aspects of all RE technologies, increasing sustainable energy will become cost effective;
Nice if they gave enough $$ to install solar;
Stop squabbling and playing politics with the future;
Increase wind, invest in waves - put panels on for low income households;
The future is with renewable energy;
Look to new resources &
Sustainable inventions - Don’t get bogged in the past;
Direct planning & investment into RE incl. Australian manufacturing;
Not sure;
Renewable the way to go;
Find alternatives first;
Always room for improvement;
They’re trying;
Politicians are not genuine about sustainability, just a political football; Invest in RE for the future;
Invest in Australian R&D an give incentives for action;
Education, get communities onside;
Listen to broad community views, have common sense approach, make it happen;
Act now rather than suffer later, when it is too late to act;
Democracy if private industry dictates best outcomes? Australian initiatives poorly researched - look at Finland since 1998;
Use RE because it is there - develop a transition plan local to national level;
Don’t act out of fear;
Hold our nerve, don’t deny climate change, invest in RE despite skeptics & the opposition;
Need $ for more R&D;
Can’t compromise science, need to secure a safe climate for young people;
Look ahead;
Wake up and listen;
Stop mining & exporting coal, become self sufficient;
Evidence based action - seriously assess situation cf be swayed by interest groups;
Lead from the front;
Look more at opportunities;
Get on with it - don’t worry;
Be confident;
Seriously look at reducing carbon pollution;
Phase in the polluter pays principle &
Use to fund transition;
Needs cross industry policy with minimum benchmarks to adhere to;
Be brave - think about the future not yourselves;
Invest in schemes like German incentives and improve building efficiency codes;
Not enough incentives for individuals;
Do things that help all walks of life; Invest in renewables, properly, with supervision
Australian labour; keep solar rebates and feed in tariffs as they are;
Provide everyone with solar panels (currently unaffordable);
More financial assistance for transition to renewables at home and in business/farming;
Improve renewable energy services &
Reduce costs;
Get with it - do it fast, bipartisan support - for our children’s future!
Persevere, reduce carbon pollution; no carbon tax but do move to 100% renewable;
Long term vision with short term milestones that all can understand;
Create level playing field, stop subsidizing fossil fuel industries;
Pull your finger out!
I’m going to vote green;
You need to explain to everyday person - educate people about it all; more incentives to people installing solar panels &
Tax polluters;
Be practical;
Keep up subsidies;
Keep subsidies for solar;
So much Australian potential for wind and solar;
It’s a no-brainer, the more $$ on renewables the better;
Continue solar subsidies;
Find a new way of disposing of pollution from fossil fuels;
Climate change is real - we need action;
Stop stuffing around & get onto it;
Our future is more important than money - so many options;
More subsidies for renewables like solar instead of investing in oil, coal and nuclear
New South Wales
100% Renewable New England, Armidale
Get on with it! We’ve farced around for too long!
I can’t believe it’s not happening already!
Stop tearing up the ground for coal and do something else. They’re eating up our agricultural ground! Don’t exempt the big companies from the pollution price and don’t charge households. I support wind and solar
Stop research funding to coal sequestration and install solar instead!
They’ve got to invest in renewable energy for us to survive as a people. Australia should lead the way in renewables or there won’t be a world.
I bought panels for my last home under the rebate. Now I’ve moved and I want to put panels on again but I can’t afford it. I want to see government support for people like me who want to do the right thing
Be a leader. Let’s be a leading region, like with the NBN.
The sooner we start it the sooner it will pay off
Electricity prices are born of monopolies, self-interest and inappropriate use by consumers. Don’t listen to the electricity generators.
Look to the future
Carbon sequestration doesn’t work! Invest $850 million in real solutions like solar.
Germany is decommissioning its nuclear power plants. Listen to them! No to nuclear and yes to renewables!
The government needs to support households to live more simply
As a pensioner costs are important but we are prepared to pay a little more because we believe its something we need to do.
Do what you can and keep the pressure on.
Use your current leverage as part of the MPCCC to force the government to commit more money to renewable energy investment, implementation and research. This is a good chance
We really need to be working with our free and renewable source; the sun. We need to acknowledge the toxicity and cost of digging up coal. Stop exporting our nation’s wealth. Be a leader; go for it! I support you!
Country Energy should be paying the rebate, not the government
We need intellectual argument not game playing.
Stop funding the pipe dream of carbon sequestration research.
Fund solar research and PV installation
Support people to invest in solar energy (and the rebate). Carbon tax is no good because people will vote with their hip pocket.
Join a party and stop standing at the sidelines.
They need to take notice and listen to the voters
Invest in renewables.
Tony Windsor was an idiot for following Julia Gillard.
Keep moving.
Be bold in your thinking. Future generations will judge you.
Taxation could be used more efficiently, for example all alternative energy sources should be tax-free.
Every new home should have solar panels on the roof.
Put lots of pressure on them to get it happening.
Tony is doing more than the rest of parliament put together
Make a realistic plan and stick to it
Get a move on. Commit
Be more of a hippie
Develop renewables
Get on with it
I am in favour of a gradual approach
Run a positive campaign
I’m not happy with the carbon tax; the compensation needs more detail
Tidal power should be used because we are a coastal nation
We need to negotiate more environmentally friendly outcomes. I think 100% renewables is an unrealistic goal and will unhelpfully polarise the debate
We are a young couple with three children. Our mains gas has just been turned off and we can’t afford solar even though we want to. The council won’t let us unblock the fireplaces to use our fires so we will have to heat with electricity
I support sustainable energy in our community. Bring back solar incentives. It’s crazy not to
It is more about reducing emissions than taxing people, and I am against nuclear
There needs to be more community based energy, more consultation and regional solutions. There have been too many cut backs on solar incentives so create alternatives
Will exclusions cover all costs?
I’d like to see a commitment and action. It is acknowledged that renewable energy is the way to go, but we need legislation and action from the government
Don’t cut policies and leave people jobless, and stop listening to conservatives that try to inhibit policy ideas
Support Australian workers and train people to do it. Support solar rebates expansion and listen to the people
We need consistent policy, not like the solar rebate. It needs commitment to be successful. Invest in renewable energy at a local level (local councils are the main process to be encouraged) and consult with the people
The government talks about pollution but there is no mention of aircraft. You must know what you’re doing and give us straight answers
Look at energy efficient technology and clean sources. Wake up to yourselves and stop being for financially and politically motivated
The income from the carbon tax should go on renewable energy. I would like to see Australia adopt a 100% renewable energy target by 2020 now
Australia can start; somebody’s got to. Introduce a system where electricity companies supply solar panels to each customer (which are owned by them). Rebate on electricity and local production as it is less than the national grid. Rent roof space for solar
Develop a transition plan from our dependence on coal exports for GDP. We need a long term plan
Money isn’t the answer. Let Armidale be an example renewable energy town
This is all 50 years too late. Wake up and get with the program
Start listening to the people who care about the future for our children.
Don’t block the carbon price legislation
We are past the time to get on with it. Science shows that climate change is real so stop bowing to the pressures of big business
It makes good sense, and the sooner the better. We should lead not lag
We need legislation to move to renewables.
Stop wasting time and get on with it.
I don’t believe we need a carbon tax and will vote accordingly.
Please don’t forget what it is all about; being able to function in the future
Do the right thing. Use your conscience.
Give it your greatest energy and endeavor to see that alternative energy sources are investigated and pursued.
Respond with information and invest in renewable energy. Misinformation cannot be let go. Take immediate steps to avoid the brain drain. We need leadership and communication. Promote the real benefits and costs to put out arguments; the returns on investment are high in the long term.
Governments need to make it more financially attractive for households to have personal solar panels, possibly based on independent assessment.
Tony Windsor: Don’t give up the fight, and thank you. Mr Torbay: Develop a genuine smile
We need to stop pouring money into digging up coal rather than seeking a long-term solution.
If they were taxing the polluters and pouring the money back into renewables who could object to that? Even my old man wants solar panels on his roof.
I looked into renewables because we had to switch over from gas, but it wasn’t clear which one to use so I gave up halfway through the process. People need help to access information
Do more
I would like solar for my house but it is too expensive.
We also need to look at wave and tide, and also apply penalties for wood smoke pollution.
Put more effort into research
Renewables should be made accessible to us all.
Politicians must make a stand to follow the science no matter what the political cost.
Honor the contract for solar, encourage local action and our Earth is precious
Do something! It’s only going to get worse.
It’s going to happen anyway so make it happen quicker!
Try and keep the incentives and the rebates.
Proceed gradually and slowly
I made a grave error in supporting Julia Gillard.
Investigate and follow up.
Bathurst Community Climate Action Network
We need to promote renewable energy and educate politicians - they don’t know enough about the science. Work with the scientists
Do something about it!
More support for renewable energy - this is the future - there’s no other choice!.
Scientists don’t lie, they aren’t lying to you. Stop questioning their motives.
Stand up to your commitments - don’t break contracts.
I want a better world - not going to get better with BP doing what they do.
Give us intelligent investment in renewable energy and accountability.
Pollutants should be taxed not carbon dioxide.
Listen to the people.
More attention needs to be paid to renewable energy.
Get your act together. Think about the people and the planet and better manage our money.
Switch to renewable energy but give jobs to miners in renewable sector - coal miner.
Must have a price on carbon - It’s not an option.
Dare we risk stuffing up the future of our grandchildren.
Can’t believe Labor cut remote solar subsidy - reinstate it!.
No Carbon Tax.
Make power cheaper.
We need new renewable industries. So people can do it. Get Serious! Put your money in!.
Cut out costs out - we shouldn’t have to pay for it. Why is electricity cost going up when nothing else is
Come back from overseas junket - stop taking kickback & make Australia a better place.
All for renewable energy but we have to be able to afford it. Backtracking - giving less is the wrong message.
Explain properly why we need a carbon tax!
Make better television commercials in support of renewable energy.
I would really like to know what is going on in the environmental sector - I don’t feel I get enough information.
Stop bowing to entrenched interests and develop coherent policy for a carbon neutral economy based on renewable energy.
Not enough money for renewable energy shouldn’t put it in to clean coal.
We need to support an infant industry with billion dollar potential.
Don’t let politics stand in the way of best interests of Australian people.
Don’t be influenced by past experience and the amount of money involved.
Educate the skeptics!
Start Listening!
Need action, make it affordable, take it seriously, and use other successful examples.
Think about the future now, renewable is the way to go.
Green energy will be the winners as energy costs rise. If not you aren’t helping your constituents.
Get Serious!
Want something done, renewable energy needs to be a priority.
Work together.
Show support for renewable energy.
Make sure initiatives don’t make us vulnerable.
Encourage sustainable energy 2. Address food security.
Put renewables in place - companies should pay. If the Government allowing pollutants, people shouldn’t be paying the price..
Think about the future. I’m worried about nuclear power!.
Mr Cobb - You have to stop looking at the short term - look to the long term.
Bring the costs of renewable infrastructure down.
Time to act is now!.
Return solar rebate to a sustainable level.
We need certainty with tariffs.
Remove disincentives to pensioners - exempt income from renewable energy.
I support the Federal Government’s carbon tax, Australia should diverting energy sources to as much renewable as possible..
Be clearer about policies and make them as simple to understand as possible - simple facts.
Don’t take notice of Tony Abbott’.
We need more energy in the system to reduce costs.
Don’t penalise those already reducing emissions. Licensing for electricians too hard - won’t have enough technicians.
Do what it takes to get renewable energy in place.
Move quickly!.
Stop advertising start acting - we need cheap start up costs. Should build wind farms and invest.
Need combination of energy sources. Need to invest in more efficient technologies and make them accessible.
Urgent need for low carbon economy.
Do you have any renewable energy at home?.
Don’t think about party politics, don’t think about economic, think about the environment and the rest of the world - those without power..
Lots of people interested in taking on renewables at a local level if subsidy available.
Listen to the community about using renewable energy.
Priority should be to fund renewable energy as technology is there.
When new building is erected, owner is not asked about solar, it should be mandatory for new buildings.
I’m very concerned and we should be encouraged towards renewables as a community. Also concerned about water..
Take politics out of renewable energy.
Good Luck.
People with power own coal mines and are hard to beat.
Recognise you are out of step with the community.
We need more renewable energy.
Take a principled look.
Become better informed!.
Stop playing politics - its too important for our future.
Get behind the scientific consensus.
Have a lot more discussion not sudden decision that way is disgusting.
Less talk more action.
Difficult! when we are trying to be green and still support dirty energy.
Don’t tax everyday people.
Carbon tax forces businesses to cut labour costs.
More focus and more energy on achieving green power.
You gonna follow through?.
It has to be the future needs individuals to commit.
We need people to reduce, reuse, reduction of energy use is essential
Bring down power prices
Don’t be ruled by the media. Fear tactics. Consider the future, respect the science - change cost of renewable energy
Make renewable energy cheaper.
Be tougher on pollution, lots of polluting cars for example - support solar users
Solar is too fragile, we need a Snowy Mountains scheme something big, oceans are there forever.
Make ethical decision rather than purely financial.
Stop arguing - get on with it.
Electricity prices shouldn’t go up for householders. Look wider...think about where to locate renewable energy away from population centers.
It’s a global movement - carbon tax imports too.
Byrrill Creek Climate Action Group
Stop Australia being governed by mining corporations. Let us be able to hold our head high with other countries. Australia’s environmental record is shameful. No jobs on a dead planet!
Please hurry for it will be too late
100% renewable energy immediately.
Our politicians need to stand up to the greed & might of the mining corporations. Our future is at stake. We could run this country completely on Solar & wind power by 2021. Act Now!
Climate Action Now Wingecarribee
Do something for renewables and do it now (6)
It’s time to educate the whole community & invest in community energy systems
Stop arguing about a challenge that is so easy for us to meet
Stop the government infighting; this is about our future not your political careers
More focus on solar power
May be too big for a political term, so attention needs to be long term
Need strong action against coal seam gas and coal mining
Stand up for logic and do something positive for the future
Cost out the options and present implementable policies
More liaison with the public
Climate Action Newcastle
The Government needs to stand up and do something about climate change.
Broader non-biased community consultation
Reduce coal, invest in renewable energy
Wake up and do something
It’s time to start thinking about our children's future
Respond to scare campaign and eliminate people’s fears of price increases
Do more for the future
Let’s move to ethanol based cars
Look at long term not immediate short term
Respond to scare campaign
Carbon revenue should not be transferred to customers
Please move to renewables for the sake of our future and our children’s future
Don’t tax me for work tax me for carbon
Do something about climate change
Listen to the planet. It’s talking
Honesty is the best policy
Obvious that climate change is happening
Listen to the people
Reintroduce a 100% backed solar energy rebate
Time to more forward. We need clean energy to save Australia and the planet. No time to waste
Coal companies too powerful - will destabilise the country. Should respond by education. Don’t change as people no ready
We should be leading the world in renewable energy research given our potential for solar and wind power and we should also ban export o live cattle.
Not moving quickly enough
Put in enough political will and resources
We need to plan for Australia and the globe’s future by investing and developing renewable energy and moving away from a dependence on finite natural resources
Please support a price on pollution for the 100% renewable energy future. A clever move for Australia.
Climate Change Australia - Hastings Branch
Be brave, deal with the short-term voter anger for the long term good
We have lost our leading edge in world renewables and that needs to be reversed. Be courageous. Invest now into a cheaper economic and ethical cost than later. What ever we do will cost
There is no doubt: we must switch to renewable energy and we must make polluters pay
Do it now! It is a benefit in so many ways
Please listen to the results of this survey and take it seriously as a strong community voice, support research and investment into clean renewable energy
We need a government web site to update us on what’s happening and a community suggestion box so that the people can contribute ideas
Get a grip on how quickly this needs to be done and think outside the square
Take a more positive approach & realize this is where we need to go
Renewable Energy and help create jobs locally
Be trailblazers. Be brave. Harness the energy and the enthusiasm of the youth
The Government should develop a plan to move to 100% renewable energy as a matter of urgency
Carbon credits for old growth forest
Ask the children
We should use solar panels and stuff
We need this planet to last for as long as possible
Saves on carbon emissions. Get in and act now
Fossil fuels running out. Also favour nuclear. Australia’s best interest. Strategy to be non-political
No pollution. Natural
Wind and solar. Reference Beyond Zero. Do what’s good for Australia’s future
Invest in renewables
No nuclear. Renewable jobs, Cheaper for the community. Less jobs in carbon intensive
Lower carbon footprint. Don’t be cowards about renewable energy
Get on with it and invest in renewable energy
Keep up the good work
Healthier living and more affordable. Do the right thing by all people living in this great country
Better for the planet. Should be cheaper & cleaner for the future. Pull the finger out and listen to the people of Oz
Better for health. Better for environment. Better for life. We have such a beautiful country and we a slowly ruining it. Time to do something to help don’t you think
Better way of living to create a better future and a better life. Our country has many ways to be green, time to invest and research
Pollution is not good
Do more
Put a price on carbon
Do what is best for community
Market to decide
If it’s not broke
Do what’s right
Have a go
More jobs for young people
Do more
Work for people
Legislate
Go hard for change
Australia must take a leadership role in combating Climate Change. Renewable energy is the solution to ever increasing fossil fuel energy costs. The technology is available now - we only need the will to act. This is the moral and ethical challenge of our generation. Do not give in to short term, ill-informed, self-interest groups - act now for a clean future and a stable climate for our children
Take an overall view, intergeneration’s
Should look into renewables
It’s not the cost and its sustainability
Try to look longer term with open minds
I would like you to support a carbon price
I would like both local members to push renewable energy whenever they have the chance
Nothing happens anyway and no matter what you say
Put solar panels & solar hot water on all of the Government buildings ‘Start in own backyard’. Turn off the lights in the car park in the untenanted building next to the State MP / Netball Courts ay Grant Street Port Macquarie
Push harder, larger companies need to lead change
Please hurry up and get solar energy
Wake up smell the roses and look at what’s happening to the world, soon there won’t be any
Not worth sending a message. Politicians too inconsistent
Have the guts to stand up to polluters
Do what surveys suggest and make it cheaper
Listen to the people
Pollution is shocking
Think of future generations
Keep going down the road of renewable energy for future generations and
Get off your arse and do something about it
New houses must have solar
No, hopeless, just want to get more money. Greens are ridiculous
Not too much needed in Port Macquarie. Concerned about prices
Stand firm against big polluting companies and legislate companies to refit to renewable energy
The public want renewable energy
You can’t please everyone and lots of stakeholders with personal interests will obviously try to keep the status quo going as long as possible to delay change-ignore selfish interests for long term vision to benefit generations
Take brave and altruistic decisions on addressing climate change that will benefit the community in the long run with stable energy supply & prices, jobs & less climate catastrophes!
I am 13 year old and getting climate change anxiety as I can see how much my parents do at home for sustainability but see little done by others in community (friend’s families, businesses, government.)
There is no longer time to make a choice on this issue, we must move to renewable energy now so that we don’t let our kids down
Australia has abundant solar energy to create an enviable solar industry. It is a disgrace that we are lagging so far behind countries with less natural resources
I think people don’t understand a lot about clean and renewable energy. If they understood how carbon tax would benefit them and families in the long run they’d be more open to the idea
Think long term for our grandchildren
This is a complex issue but greater investment in cleaner energy now will pay dividends in multiple ways in the future
No carbon tax unless there is a global commitment, Australia should not carry this burden on its own.
Do it
Government policy on supply chain for energy should be renewable focused. This is where the change will come. To win/supply any Government level must use renewable or pay a penalty price. Provide industry with generous R&D incentives. No one has been able to explain what happens to the tax after we achieve 100% renewable energy. Sample tax $100 collected, $50 to administer/monitor/pursue, $30 rebates, $20 maybe back into development of renewables. Stupid idea to create a new tax, coal producers will eventually move to renewables anyway because the raw supply is limited. Already reached peak oil so they are already pursuing alternatives
We should be leaders in renewable energy not inactive, for other countries to take the lead
Wait too long and Australians will pay the price including future generations
Subsidise the renewable energy market to ensure a sustainable future
Rebates should provide incentive
Climate Rescue of Wagga Wagga
Get on with it
Get on with the job & implement a policy
Look to future and i.e. Eco friendly fuels
Householders should be supported
Listen to the experts
To be more active
Have a better plan, research and invest in renewables
Users should pay
Move as quickly as possible it is urgent
Read more research on Climate Change
Invest in solar
Householders shouldn’t pay
Look at the facts
Think beyond 3-year term
Phase in gradually, vote for a candidate that supports the renewables
Do it now. In favour of lots of wind
Good for the planet to invest in renewables
It’s the right thing to do
Invest in solar panels
Tap into the free energy grids
Government should support Renewables
Make it mandatory
Lead with decisive action
Yes to industrial price, no to agriculture price
Think beyond a three year/four year term. Look at countries like Canada and see that it can be done
Hurry up & do it please
Research be honest let us know
Support renewables
No carbon tax
Keep at it
Bite the bullet
Invest locally. Encourage businesses
DM not performing on renewables
Not enough information. Gradual change switching of big industry
Need to look at practical solutions
Cynical about my opinion having an impact
Consultative committee on renewable options
It is essential we go down the path of renewable energy
Think further than the next election
Renewable energy must be affordable and solar power buy back a waste of money
Let’s make renewable energy more readily available and more information for the public
We are wasting our time and politicians will not do anything anyway
Liberal party should take more notice of scientific evidence
Get off your arse and do something
Audit supply charges
CPRS good look at who targeting - ‘big end’ companies
Stand up and do it
Hope energy prices come down
Shift to renewable energy. Make Wagga a leader in this technology and make our area more resilient and self sufficient
More jobs in sustainable energy for Regional Australia
Take a risk so you can be happy with you biography
Yes: agree with the points
Stand up to vested interests
Happy low costs in short term
Keep trying
Stop talking and start doing
We should be making changes ourselves, not leave to government.
Don’t leave to big business, act locally
Give it everything
Need &help
Ban McDonalds
Want honesty, debate and true figures
Keep money in Australia
No progress to see
Haven’t got the power that oil, gas and coal industries have
How about saving on paper advertising for your next election campaign
Clean up the skate park
Pull your finger
Just wake up
We need to take recycling more seriously
Sit down and talk and give correct information. No bullshit
Need price on carbon. Tax revenue from should be invested in renewables
Organise a price to put on carbon
Get facts right and educate community honestly
Public education. Not make the issue about politics.
Pull your head out of your arse!
Making money seems to be more important than environment. Better footpaths/bike paths for walking/prams.
Should do something with serious consideration and prioritisation
Conservative person all of life. Increasingly concerned about lack of action.
Need to be more serious and proceed into renewable energy sources at a government. level
No carbon tax
They should make power generation cleaner
Please take is seriously, educate yourself and campaign
Government. should give incentives to completely reform pollution
Just do it!
Try a little harder
Listen to the people
Need to invest in renewables urgently
Do it now before it’s too expensive
Let us know what you are going to do
Go forward with ETS
Continue subsidising solar
Important issue
God knows and don’t understand
Need to continue with improvements with global equity.
Think about our kids and grand kids. Not just about carbon but also resources
Move urgently and include tidal. No Nuclear!
Put more money into alternatives like wave power
This is 2011 and time to move to alternative methods.
Could do more with solar
Putting solar in
Need long-term consistent policy and follow through.
Good luck
Should give more choice
Keen for renewables and it’s free once it’s set up
How about a real environmental party
Forget about price on carbon
Try harder, tidal and geothermal
Stop investing in non renewable
Slowly bring in renewables
We have to and we all have to
Give it a go and regional
Invest more in renewables, solar and wind
Stand up for the environment and this is what we want
Should have happened
Make it affordable
Solar, increased usage, support, makes it affordable.
Some support for industries to change
Chief scientists should be independent. Think of future generations. Government does not care. Look after the little fellas.
Should do more. Good for the future
Look at the big picture, not just big companies
Assist local people to manage energy use, and install renewables
Orange Climate Action Now
I ask that Mr. Cobb and the coalition abandon politically tactical moves and embrace the national interest.
This is that global warming is caused by pollution largely emissions by human agencies, and this is a peer received ands accepted scientific fact.
Regardless of politics this fact should be addressed immediately to avoid catastrophic financial and human cost in the future.
Focus should be on renewable energy not climate change which will happen whatever we do with co2. Tax incentives are good but direct action type projects not for reducing co2 won’t save the world. We need to encourage kids to study science and engineering and develop an entrepreneurial approach to dealing with the problem of introducing renewable energy. The negative type approaches of taxes on pollution directly and explicitly penalise consumers.
The federal government should stop subsidizing dirty sources of power, such as coal.
Have a vision for our grandchildren and act on it.
People always support what is cheap and affordable. If that happens to be solar or whatever -nuclear has lots of problems.
Public policy to encourage the population to consider choices of living and not to be a disposable society.
How about some action on sustainable energy.
More efficient sustainable energy makes economic sense and Australia should at least take the lead in something.
Stop worrying about the big picture and do some thing at a level that can be managed.
Consider what has been said and the wishes of the community.
Give support to introduce more renewable energy.
Stand up for renewable energy.
Get on with it.
Do everything you can to make sure it gets ahead.
The short term loss of jobs is nothing compared to the medium or long term effects of climate change -please think and plan for more than one political term
Consider the wishes of the community.
Australia should be a world leader in renewable energy. Instead we lag behind the rest of the world. I think we need incentives that encourage private industry to come up with clever solutions. I would like to see every house energy and water self sufficient, but am cynical in that I believe government and large energy providers do not want that to happen. We need a strong government to have this as one of their aims.
Keep rebates going for solar panels.
Think of the future
Get out there and do a good job
Listen to what people are saying.
The Government should put solar panels on public buildings
The government should put more into research
Open negotiations on renewable energy. You are representing us . Make sure negotiations continue.
Support a national feed-in tariff.
More research needed.
Nuclear energy is something we need to look at.
We have the resources. Why not use them?
Don’t oppose good initiatives.
We must move to renewable energy. Delay could cost us more.
Do more to promote renewable energy.
Push hard for renewable energy.
We should be using wind energy more.
Australia could be self-sufficient wit renewables.
You are out of touch. Stop deluding yourself about environmental issues. Stop looking for excuses and take action.
We need to move to lower polluting sources. The coalition needs to get an acceptable alternative energy policy.
Do something.
The government should be doing all they can to support renewables.
Get cracking on renewable energy.
Nowadays the majority of the population knows we have to look after our environment and our planet.
There is confusion about who are the experts.
Stop thinking about renewable energy. Start deploying renewable energy.
Please do more research on renewable energy.
Don’t reduce the solar scheme. Give more money to it , and a green power scheme for all new developments.
Promote the benefits of renewable energy.
Offer more incentives to people to change over and put on a carbon tax.
Coal mining destroys underground water resources. Water is Australia’s biggest problem.
Take these issues seriously. Our children’s futures are at stake.
Stop procrastinating. Get on with it.
Take the opportunity to represent the feelings of the people on this issue.
Make more people aware of renewable energy.
Don’t implement a carbon tax. It would hurt the economy.
Strong support for nuclear energy and renewables.
I support a price on carbon via a carbon tax.
Do the best you can for renewables.
This must be the most pressing problem of our time.
Katoomba Area Climate Action Now
Increase reliance on renewables;
Addressing climate change is a matter of great urgency, We need strong action on renewable energy NOW;
Think long term, think on principles, sustainable future;
Have the balls to introduce a price on carbon;
Please make renewable energy a priority;
I demand 100% renewable energy!
Real action today;
Policies to be clear on renewable energy, wind & solar should be part of any energy policy;
Give up short term goals to create a safe, sustainable future for my/our kids;
Coal mining destroys our water supplies;
I won’t be voting for you if you don’t have a renewable energy policy;
Support a price on carbon and actively implement renewables;
Do it now - time is running out;
Renewable energy now;
We need strong action investing in renewables NOW;
Do, don’t talk;
We are not auditing the true cost of the energy we are using
Kyogle climate action network
The Government needs to acknowledge its responsibility to the Australian people to do everything in its power to bring about strong positive change to our countries carbon emissions. Zero emissions should be our aim and highly urgent should be our time frame regardless of its effect, positive or negative on our economy.
Directly fund renewable and no more coal burning power plants.
THE YOUTH OF KYOGLE SAY NO TO COAL SEAM GAS MINING & YES TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
YES we have to get serious about global warming. We only have 10 years to act before significant species loss might occur.
Why do they keep chopping, changing on renewable for households? 11.
Think of our children and grandchildren 8.
Don’t touch nuclear 3.
Make water tanks compulsory.
Start listening to the people 7.
Householders not encouraged to invest because of policy uncertainty.
Stop treating renewable as a fringe industry 2.
Get on with it 17.
Profit driven rather than ethical.
Stop propping up the old technologies.
Investigate the German model 2.
Consider long term implications 4.
Provision of energy is a private enterprise driven by the consumer.
Not getting enough investment to do what we need to do onshore 5.
The old paradigm is over 5.
Please support the sustainable energy industry 8.
Politicians too busy fighting with each other 3 .
A true effort needs to be made to reflect the true costs of all existing energy sources and promote ecologically sustainable alternatives.
Replace politicians! 4.
Our response needs to be as great as the community response to WW 2
AGW ? is the unseen enemy and to fail now = disaster.
Take notice of this because i vote 2.
Make solar power more affordable for everyone. Work on infrastructure for geo thermal and support research 2.
Other countries further ahead, we need to catch up 3.
Government should fund directly inventors wanting to bring their renewable energy products to the market 5.
Become risk takers dare to lead, think of the future 4.
We need an ETS.
Hefty fines for polluters, money to go to renewable energy.
Hold corporations accountable for earth’s destruction that’s your job.
How much longer are we going to serve the interests of big business instead of a clean future?
Make it a more open think tank and Australian democracy doesn’t talk to each other.
Give us our rights, not the multinational companies 2.
We are giving our resources away and we should be leaders in the world 4.
Investigate tessla energy.
Solar/hydro not coal we have the best position to use solar in Australia 6.
Media should be taken to task on how they deliver the truth.
Not enough priority given to renewable and not all initiatives followed through, more solar power and more rebates with incentive and encouragement 4.
Not looking after the planet 5.
Get your shit together, get real 2.
The government is compromised and is looking after mining interests 4.
Everyone should be made responsible in some small way then it would be taken care of 3
Lismore Climate Action Group and Nimbin Environment Centre
Get off your arses, stop being frightened and do it! I am angry that you are selling my children’s future out!
You should be moving money from fossil fuels to renewables and no nuclear!
Support renewable energy!
Do more to support renewable energy before it is too late and
It is a wise investment!
Make renewable energy affordable for households.
For a lasting legacy we should go for renewables.
Economy is not the bottom line and nature is!
Just do it!
It’s worth spending extra money on renewable energy and
It’s better than losing our planet!
I’d like to see more renewable energy and
It is cheaper in the long term and creates more jobs.
Less feel good, larger and more viable renewable energy projects.
Be more consistent with renewable energy policies.
Encourage R&D and keep ideas in Australian business.
Get onto it!
Stop avoiding the issue.
Bring back incentives.
Get your act together. We need to sacrifice GDP for the sake of the future.
Create consistent policies.
Better educate the yourselves and the public about renewable energy.
Think about the future.
Look at Germany and
Think rationally about the real future, not just financial short term.
Look to a better energy solution. Don’t give in to big corporations.
Government seems in thrall to mining conglomerates. Funding corporate pollution is no future.
Stand up to the coal and oil companies and support renewable energy.
Worth their while to invest and could make a profit!
Don’t kill the earth! Invest in the future for a clean and healthy environment.;
More genuine investment in renewable energy.
Wake up and see the solar light.
Time is short. Renewable energy will create permanent, long term jobs and a world for the current range of inhabitants.
Let’s create a better world and stop polluting!
Get your finger out and you are way behind! Let’s make renewable energy work!
If we don’t embrace renewable energy, there won’t be any energy in the future.
More support for renewables.
I’m horrified at your lack of responsibility to future generations and this planet. Shame on you!
Increase coal price, reduce energy use.
Be bold.
Do the carbon tax.
Reinstate gross feed in tariff.
Wake up! Renewable energy for our kids and sustainable.
Reinforce jobs, social and environmental benefits of renewable energy.
Action NOW to support renewable energy. Courage from our polis.
Consumer pays. Housing should be energy neutral via new houses and retrofit old.
Carbon price.
Government needs to support commercially viable renewable energy.
We’re way behind Europe and we have more renewable energy resources.
Move to renewables as fast as possible and leave all coal and gas in the ground!
No nuclear!
Do it before it is too late!
Get it done now!
Get on with it!
Renewable energy is possible, economical and the only ethical option.
Remove subsidies to coal and oil.
Climate change is the greatest threat to the future.
Carbon price now and subsidies renewables.
Just do it...I can’t believe it hasn’t been done yet - it seems silly.
Cut out old technology and in with the new and it will create more jobs,
Time is running out. No future on a toxic planet.
The benefits of renewable energy are obvious. Implement it now.
Stop supporting the coal industry and invest in renewables now and before it is too late!
Try Harder!
No reason why it can’t be done.
Renewable energy makes sense. It is logical.
Bite the bullet and do it because the cost of doing nothing is higher.
Mittagong & Bowral
The page has turned - to clean energy
Transition Byron Shire
Australia wants renewables
Our country has unlimited sun - it’s crazy that we don’t use more solar;
Time to act and lead us towards a sustainable future;
All talk and no action by our governments reduces faith in the democratic system. We elected you to represent us and work for us the people. 100% renewables now please;
Push for strategic plan for implementing a variety of technologies to lead to a renewable energy economy by 2030;
Put money into the grid rather than individual households;
Don’t give false promises nor band aid measures;
People want to do something but they are pushed aside. Politicians should back the people;
Need a just transition away from fossil fuels to 100% renewable economy regardless of climate change;
Ridiculous that with our environment that is not more solar. Re-skill and redirect;
Come up with a strategy and plan, goals and targets for action on renewables;
Time is of the essence - act now;
Start now;
Don’t be afraid to make hard decisions because postponing makes it harder;
Sorting it out must be a priority regardless of popularity. Can’t put it off;
Move it along, now!
Do the right thing for future of country as opposed to pressure from intimidating big business;
Put forward options as viable opportunities to take up renewables - give a clear path;
Don’t be feeble - stand up, speak out, do what’s right;
Delaying renewables costs Australia more, world economics are passing us by, we are not keeping up;
Politicians are behind the public. They’re not listening to voters, big business is holding sway;
Every incentive to subsidise renewables and to include industry, award companies for improved energy output;
If we don’t act our children’s children will suffer extra hardship. Overlooked by right wing policies on seriousness of issue;
Believe the climate scientists and not the polluters and act accordingly;
Pensioners should be given solar panels, not set top boxes;
Listen to the people;
Encourage individual uptake as well as implement carbon tax on big polluters;
What about our children?
Make good laws and enforce them properly;
If you have children you have a real reason to act;
Please use renewable energy for my grandchildren’s grandchildren;
Pull your finger out;
Why are we going along using same amount of power have to make things so expensive so we stop using them;
Renewable energy is the most important issue; this is a no brainer. We should use renewables. I don’t understand why we aren’t already using them, except for the fact of government and mining greed;
Please reinstate the solar panel rebates;
This is the most imp issue of our time- we need to act urgently;
Fix public transport;
Renewable energy asap;
Start working on it immediately;
Think of your grandkids - we live in a society - not an economy;
Act now!
Fines are the answer - not a tax!
TTT+, Bermagui
Plan for the future - get off oil and coal go solar and wind
Just do it now
The political response has been timid and dishonest. For all our sakes stand up and be counted (loudly)
After 20 -30 years of increasingly committed science our political system has not produced a coherent effective response
Adopt the BZE plan now
Take the plunge - go wholeheartedly into renewables and find a way to sell a really positive message to the community. We should be world leaders in renewable energy i.e. sun & wind. What are we waiting for?
Lead don’t follow show some real commitment to the future.
Get moving - lead!!
If Spain and other European countries can produce so much renewable energy, why can’t we?
Get on with it!
Get on with it!
Stop pussy footing about
Provide leadership now and ignore shock jocks
Act now
Be bold and imaginative
Please be visionaries and create a safe clean environment for future generations
We have abundant resources for sun, wind and wave energy generation, why aren’t we harnessing these resources
Please create opportunities for big business to develop sustainable energy - make it mandatory for every house and business to collect water, to have solar hot water and electricity collection
The cost of delay will be greater than the cost of immediate action
Listen to the grass roots
Why is Australia lagging so far behind Germany, Spain etc
It is time to do something
Lets do something, make a start. The cost of remediation will increase the longer the problem is ignored
If we don’t change our ways voluntarily we will be forced to do so by escalating climate change and peak oil.
Forests store carbon, stop logging native forests - we have enough plantation timber for all our domestic use.
Australia’s and the world’s future depend on strong action on climate change - Please show some leadership
We are behind Europe and most other developed nations
Those who are adopting technologies should have greater credits given.
Because so much of our knowhow etc goes off shore there is not yet a commitment to embracing clean energy
Reducing financial incentives does not encourage or enable people to go green. Large-scale wind and solar on a level to replace coal must have government support.
Only tinkering at edges, still oil / coal emphasis
Look about.
Not a lot is happening on a national scale
There should be more action on climate change including the cessation of logging in native forests
I don’t see, hear about or read about government leading the development of clean energy initiatives - a tax is a different thing
Not enough simple messages, more incentives needed, instability of rebates.
Would like to see more R & D in areas like wave and geothermal
There is nothing wrong with rising energy prices - it is the best and quickest way to get people to value energy from any source.
Forests for bio energy? NO NO NO
Australia’s carbon emissions are still too high to prevent dangerous / rising levels of global warming.
Dumb question - push polling
There is inertia in getting programs going and influence of coal lobbyists
There are trade offs that have not been addressed
Scratching for $s, lack of investment, inefficient and uncompleted programs
Invest in renewable energy for all Australians, cheaper for voters, better for the environment, everyone wins.
Do it now it is too important to wait
Cutting the tariff retrospectively shows no regard for the renewable energy industry
NSW does not have any interest in Renewable Energy
Look at Germany & use sun and wind. CO2 is too high already at 393ppm
The take-up of solar pv in the Bega Valley demonstrates the huge community support for renewable energy and programs that support it
Make Australia a leader not a laggard in renewable energy for our children’s sake.
Separate yourselves from the coal lobby,
Why is there so little support for renewable energy?
There is too much support for polluting industries and too little to Alternatives
I have seen what can be done in Europe why do we lag behind
There is too much talk and too little action
It makes economic and environmental sense to move to truly renewable energy
The future of the planet is more important than politics
The political agenda is too complex
Continue to promote clean energy and make it available to all
Stop protecting the coal industry
Take note of community opinion
We are trying to improve our world and control climate change at a local level. Don’t ignore us, don’t try to discourage this effort.
We could be a showcase for renewable energy in the Bega Valley. Support people to support clean energy - its our future - lets help it to live and survive not kill it.
Support clean energy do it now it is too important to wait
Invest in clean energy - take a long term view
I want a clean energy future NOW
Someone has to start taking this issue seriously
Why does the government keep moving the goal posts?
Wind and solar technology is being used successfully in Europe why can’t it be used in Australia?
Tweed Climate Action Now
You’ll get my vote if your proactive about this
Look at the issue from an economic stand point and the climate results will take care of themselves
Have the political guts to do the right thing on credible science. Inform the public properly and get on with it.
Majority of the people want renewable energy. You should back the people
Stand up to the scare campaign. Invest in renewables please
I vote tax carbon. I will pay tax
Get people to understand we live in a finite world
Please initiate BEYOND ZERO EMISSIONS strategy
The time is NOW. We need to move on this. We need strong leadership
Need to fund renewables now. This will provide more jobs e.g. Germany
West Lake Macquarie
While coal has given us our bread and butter, time to change - future generations will benefit - see other avenues we should take them
Private companies should invest / 100% not possible; consider the global context; don’t like carbon tax - not a level playing field; will disadvantage Australian industry; need more geo thermal
Scientific evidence beyond doubt; vigorous efforts are needed to reduce pollution
Listen to community-wake up! We’ve got to do more; penalties for polluters not high enough;
Create more incentives for transition to low carbon economy especially at the household level
Only if bigger polluting countries implement also
Initial costs could be higher for electricity
Social welfare concerns - need support for lower income families
Need to take responsibility for environment
Please consult with peoples
Show leadership on this issue
Should be building power stations
Not happy with greens
Catch up with the rest of the world, don’t lag behind
Get rid of the greens they are over the top
Stay with its
Use storm water
Create mini hydro
Need to drought proof use snowy across ranges
Do more
But should reduce pollution
More thought needed into workable policies
Go nuclear
Only introduce policies that are viable - no nuclear
Need a better plan!
Need more hydro / have doubts about wind power / slight on the environment
Make it easier on low income earners
Pursue 100%, terrific solar resource and crosswinds on the coast
Wake up
Yes to carbon tax if global / for coal fired / silly to close before renewables are ready
Boost invest and strong policy to support promote RE
Carbon tax great in theory but will need to carefully monitor economic impact / distributed energy & FIT tariff for all renewables
We are watching you
Even though a struggle needs to be done now - start now
Doing a great door - I appreciated it when you knocked on my door - that was a first
Electricity is too expensive and low income people need to be protected and supported
If we want to have a future in this country we need to act now
Be more proactive / need financial incentive
Policy needs more clarity on carbon pricing
Got the country for it but control investment / manage it
Pay more attention to Renewable energy
Wodonga Albury Towards Climate Health
We want an Australia that's not dependent on polluting energy sources,
Need to engage with primary industry and big business and work together to make it work,
Learn from other countries,
Do research on what other countries are doing,
Solar is the go for us in Australia,
Have the courage to do the right think even at the risk of loss of your seat,
Coal comes from a past biosphere stop overloading this one,
I would like to see more renewable energy used for a healthier cleaner environment,
People are hurting. Politicians should bring in renewable energy,
Do not wait for politicians to act. The power of one.
We need to get real. Things are changing on so many levels. We need to move forward not be held up by bureaucracy,
Get on and take action,
Governments are there to make hard decisions and govern responsibly. Sop messing about and playing silly games,
It is time to act on global warming climate change,
Get on board before it is too late,
Stand up and make a difference. Stop pussyfooting around trying to please big business,
More investment into solar and nuclear fusion energies,
Stop being slaves to the conservative minority. Get a clue and create an Australia future generations will be proud of,
Do something sooner rather than later,
Continue to pursue renewable energy initiatives,
Get onto it now,
The environment is not separate from our future. It is our future,
Increase research and funding,
Voters will support governments that promote renewable energy,
If nothing changes there may be no world left for our grandchildren,
Get the message to the people that governments do care about the world and its future,
Support development of renewables,
Don’t wait. It is time to make the change,
Do something to support this action,
Persist in developing renewable energy. A long time commitment is necessary,
Continue to make people more aware so they can make choices,
Wake up and spend more money. It’s been proven to change things,
Start thinking for the future,
Make it cheaper for householders to access alternatives. More certainty in rebates,
Get serious,
Promote use of renewables,
Commit to renewables,
Priority issue. Needs public campaign on facts not politics,
Make a decision and do it,
Push it to limit and persuade government to get on with it,
Stop being negative and make decisions for the long term,
Start at domestic end,
You should advocate renewable energies,
Consider the benefit of new energies,
We are at the bottom here,
Set realistic long term goals and targets,
Stop being controlled by big people,
Stop pretending. See what can be done and get serious about doing it,
Get away from party politics and think about the planet,
Very important they represent our ideas and implement change,
Future is in renewable energy. We can and must do more to convert. All residential needs can be met. Follow best examples of Europe and US,
Keep prices down,
Look to future generations. Future vision,
Build gas fired power stations and clean energy,
Don’t let power companies run it,
Support the survey and back investigations into renewable energy,
It is out there. Use it,
Put your money where your mouth is. Be consistent,
Federal action required,
Have the guts to look at the long term,
It’s in the best interest of the future of Australia/World. Government has a responsibility to act for future generations’ quality of life,
Australia should be leading other countries in renewable energy,
This is our future!
We can fix global warming lets do it!
Need clear, long term policy, not changing every year,
Get on board and represent the best interests of your constituents. Be strong,
Have courage to implement unpopular changes that will make a positive difference to our future,
See the opportunity! Invest and support/grow business in Australia!
NO nuclear station. Develop solar farming and support industries that are pro environment,
Try other alternatives first,
Research thoroughly,
Stand up for our planet and what people not the shock jocks (want),
Make renewable energy cheaper for the ratepayer to implement in their homes,
Get with it!
Show some vision and leadership now,
Please lead the world not wait for others,
Renewable energy is crucial,
More media coverage to help public make informed choice,
Look to the future when carbon is a market commodity,
Current power prices for consumers are too high and make solar more affordable for homes,
Listen to your electorate,
Lead, don’t be compromised to make poor decisions by uninformed, unintelligent focus groups,
Time is running out, and I have an 8 yr old. Why should she clean up your mess?
Stand up, be brave, we have no time to waste and do something great,
I am happy enough to pay more for cleaner energy,
Think about our future and not just short term economic gains,
I have solar panels; only 1kwh, but have not paid an electricity bill for 2 yrs. With conservation and smart choices, we can do it,
Just go for the investment and wind and solar,
Politicians should take more notice of scientific facts,
How do we solve the base load power need in a sustainable way?
Why are we paying for and listening to the coal/petrol magnates when we have so much wind, sun, etc. Support subsidised solar panels,
W need this issue to be addressed now,
Not having a price on carbon pollution is the same as not paying to take away your garbage or sewerage,
Please invest in our future,
Read the Weather Makers!
Australia has great resources for renewable energy. We should be investing in those resources,
Think long term and i.e. future generations,
Get out of the dark ages!
More factual info needed,
Please clean up our country’s health and the world environment to be a clean one,
Just listen!
Take a leadership role! Your community supports you! Mirabella and you are an embarrassment to our region!
Greater education to community on the renewable resources available, the costs/savings and benefits to us,
Do something now!
Be honest and hurry up,
I believe the gov’t should pu8t more time and action into renewable energy sources to maintain our future and for future generations,
Get on with it,
Get on with it,
Have good debates, get clear messages for the people to hear and NOT MUDDLED,
Action,
Get out more and talk to the people. Get moving and do something about clean energy,
Not sure on Government and love solar and disagree with subsidy low income people as I think we should educate power usage,
Please don’t give in to big companies!
Need to show greater leadership to inevitable changes ahead,
Think the solutions through carefully, don’t react to people’s opinions,
NOT HAPPY about more taxes by government to fund & help; should be PAID BY THE POLLUTERS,
Keep energy costs down in Australia. People are struggling,
Keep trying, we need new ways to run the world, and a healthy way to live,
Stand up and be counted for the future and not the ballot box,
Let’s get cleaner and at least more informed,
Invest and explore in local possibilities and promote renewable energies,
Companies should not overshadow the government,
Take responsibility,
We all should take responsibility!
Please for the sake of our future please implement change,
Its about the future of our children and grandchildren,
The current situation doesn’t seem sustainable and time for new options to be explored and used,
Get serious about renewable energy!
Government should lead and educate,
Educate MORE!!! Most people don’t know what we can do to implement renewables,
Less politics and more united cooperation,
Learn more and define the problem clearly,
The sooner we act, the better off we will be,
Man up and do what’s right for Australia’s future,
We cannot go on as we have. Essential to have renewable resources,
Listen to electorates and face the issues. Stop pussy footing about,
Have an opinion. Have clear policy,
Sustainability!
Non-biased, well-researched economic analysis should be the basis for decisions. This may be difficult to achieve, but that’s what government is there for!
Realise we may pay for RE today a lot less than what we will pay tomorrow!
Listen to the scientists,
Invest in new infrastructure,
Make a difference and be a pioneer to make energy clean and affordable,
Stand up and take notice,
Look at European model of (high percentage) of renewable energy,
Stay firm and be pragmatic about renewables. Slow change is worthwhile,
Need government investment and incentives to afford overseas/local renewable energy supplies,
Need to look to the future and think of the grandchildren,
Please record this issue as most important for Australia’s future. Renewable energy would be a great plus for regional Australia,
REALLY address carbon reduction,
The time is now,
We should be taking a lead in this. We are a great country, an isolated country with beauty that is rare. Let’s look after it,
If we have clear intentions and proceed,
Have some guts and be inventive with policy,
100% RE is not feasible but what about using it as much as we can?
Get in touch with renewable experts,
We don’t have any choice but to do something now,
Coal power electricity increases due to infrastructure now and should be investing in renewables,
Need to listen to young!
Force the issue,
We need to sustain our future,
Stand up and invest,
Move into the next phase of carbon reduction,
Support the carbon tax,
Think for the future and not just a year ahead!
Don’t have to make the shift to renewable in 5 mins. Do it slowly and properly,
Maintain rebates and end feed in tariffs to encourage consumers to take up
Renewable energy options,
Make a stand,
Time to act,
Remove cap on solar electricity,
Times up!
Go renewable,
Time is running out. Do something about it,
Open your eyes and sort yourselves out,
Follow your conscience not your party,
You’re doing great job fellows!
I would like to see sustainability made a higher priority,
Do more research into what’s been done in other countries so we can learn more,
Stop pandering to the vested interest of cartels,
Clean Energy For Eternity
We need to show leadership, now, and to act quickly to invest in renewables before it is too late.
The progressive movement to clean, renewable energy is a necessity for the future of our planet.
No matter what your views are on climate change, renewable energy will benefit our planet regardless.
Stop sitting on your hands, think of the world’s future.
It’s time to get tough on polluters especially those that are exploiting Australia’s resources.
Wait till you have a viable sustainable energy industry financed via investment incentives and tax breaks and then start taxing non-sustainable energy sources.
It is important to act before it is too late. The younger generation is all for renewables and have an expectation that leaders will make decisions for the future.
A price on pollution will discourage use of polluting energy and encourage clean energy creation. People will come to appreciate in little ways the satisfaction of living more cleanly, simply and sustainably.
Climate Action Newtown
I’m confused. Can you make clear what is involved with the carbon tax?
Important to get some actions and plans in place and finance them. Establish government authority over coal. It’s required!
Close down all coalmines and we can move to energy that is sustainable. Won’t do so much damage by stopping dirty energy.
Don’t put the cost on us. You don’t care about the people.
Need to make a better and more consistent case
More needs to be done
Need to act now because we are running out of time
More investment - get off fossil fuels - should have got it decades ago
Everybody needs to do their bit even more so big companies. The government needs to start implementing change before it’s too late
Action needs to be taken but not to punish the everyday Australia. Need to act wisely.
Go ahead with implementing renewables
More common sense. More forward thinking. No point having our heads in the sand. Can do far better and far faster.
Don’t you have children? Don’t you think about being responsible for them? People will look down on you in years to come. They’ll be incredibly pissed off. Change is always hard. We’re smart enough and wealthy enough to make a stand.
Resist the opposition. Stick to good policy and people will follow. Don’t listen to short-term naysayers.
Good luck.
Get real.
Look after planet.
Doesn’t make sense to subsidize fossil fuel. Invest in renewable.
Fight for renewables.
I would love to see more investment in green energy.
At least investigate the 100% renewables option for a long-term vision.
People need to be made aware that simple changes can have a big impact.
Invest more time researching renewable energy.
Both sides of argument need careful consideration. Don’t make hasty decisions.
Opportunity to use renewable energy, not exploited to full extent. (?) More for this.
Get out and put some sensible people in power.
Go for it. 100% renewable.
Please listen to the people.
Plan. Slow is better than nothing.
Hard, big companies cost them money.
Cost some money in the short term, long-term benefit government should weigh.
Move to nuclear power.
Future of world depends on change.
Good, strong social policy and green policy flows from it.
You should invest in more renewable energy and develop a plan.
Could you give me more detail about this, what the government can do regarding this issue?
Renewable energy / climate change is the single most important issue - and many people around in this area would like to see more action.
Australia needs philosophy.
Write to him and get involved. The survey sheet covers and summed up what I wanted to say. Sydney and Australia are doing well but the long-term pay off of investing now is clear. Continue to support renewable options. Set a good example to local and international. Don’t let Australia fall behind on this.
Can’t put a price tag on our future.
More people are behind RE than the government believed. Need to put more into it.
In favor of a carbon tax. Get on and do it.
Stop polluting stuff. Don’t care those prices.
Do more research on science and stand up to polluting industries.
Don’t be afraid to shout out.
Make the RE sources cheaper.
Long-term thinking.
Stand up and invest.
Start using renewable energies.
If they continue to compromise their values, they won’t go forward.
Listen to the people not corporate.
No choice, they have to invest in it. Their duty to do it.
Resign. Let somebody honest and competent take their place.
Get some balls - some leadership -- stop apologising.
Invest but mindful to balance everything.
Support RE for better future.
Be honest and open - let us know about other options, to transition to clean energy.
Start making things happen.
Act now.
Corporations should be paying for pollution. Don’t give in to corporations.
Protect environment but help households in living costs.
Developing countries are being environmentally conscious. Australia should be a leader
Work with government - renewable energy is future.
Long term goals rather than have the short-term election results factor.
Climate Action Pittwater
Stop subsidy to coal x 4
Institute BZE plan or very similar quickly x 2
Get on with it before it is too late to save the planet x 4
Tax ok not high enough x 3
For sake of children’s future act quickly on renewable energy x 4
Don’t wait for the community to agree 100%. Show leadership now!! x 3. Stand up to big companies
Listen and act accordingly. Europe going ahead why not us?
Try to imagine your planning for 500 years into the future x 2
Retrospective legislation for PV is unethical. More effort on PV use in industry.
Support move to 100% renewable as fast as possible x 5
Get serious about tackling very serious problem. Support RE
Accept the science, Mr Abbott
Need to stay competitive in changed circumstances - become C21st not C20th
Start building RE immediately regardless of cost x 2
Get out of the way & let the community action address the problem you have created
Improve marketing of the message. Not communicating well x 2
Be more responsible to voters. We are not mugs
For the benefit of the survival of the planet & everything on it, the government should look very seriously at cleaner sauces of energy. x 2
Do it once, do it properly instead of fixing half heartedly
Find new ways to stop global warming
Let’s think about Mother Earth
Renewable energy is more than just cost. This planet is the only one we have.
Implement a plan to make all these things happen. x 5
Give us more information
Do not support green movement or mining tax. Totally biased with leading questions
The government is not getting value for money as they don’t think these schemes through
In the interests of Australians to invest in renewable energy & we will miss out on jobs if we let the world get ahead of us
Wake up!
Rethink carbon tax. Implementation should be different.
More incentive introduced. Promote this to the public
Get tough with companies that are polluting the world. Push through on renewable energy
Look beyond 3 year election cycle
Yes to 100% - work at the detail, be responsible
We must support 100% renewables
Climate Action Sydney Eastern Suburbs
More incentives are required to get business to invest in clean energy.
Just because we’re small doesn’t mean we can’t act.
We trusted you to change the Labor party from within. Keep to that premise. Get business on board action against carbon pollution.
Pull your finger out, Mr Garrett, and at NOW!
Pull your finger out! Don’t be put off by fossil fuel lobby. Invest in renewables to lower cost and increase demand
We need to produce more of our goods right here, in Australia
Take the lead to ensure an effective carbon price is implemented immediately
This about preservation of life on this planet
We need to move towards renewable energy NOW!!
What local member? It’s about time Peter Garret stood up for the environment and renewable energy. He must make his presence known.
This is the 21st Century, get with it!
Keep pushing Mr Garrett
Ignore skeptics and deniers
Get rid of fossil fuel subsidies. Show leadership in implementing renewables
We need a long-term strategy for transition to renewables. Green Loan MUST is reinstated.
Take steps NOW to invest in renewable energy
Clean energy should be legislated rather than market led. Peter, I think you joined the wrong party.
We need alternatives first through investment funded by the resources boom.
Latest renewable technology should be used
Buck up
Pull your finger out Mr Garrett!
You need to do more work
It’s about leadership, not economics. Quality of life is more important. Visionary leadership is required.
Invest in nuclear power, especially thorium
Prepare for the future.
We need leadership is transitioning Australia from our dependence of fossil fuels to renewables ASAP
We need an independent body that is responsible for our transition to renewable energy.
Our planet and all it’s life is depending on what we do now. It’s that simple!
If State Government drops solar bonus scheme, the Feds should pick it up
Geothermal please!
Get your act together
The time has come to move to renewables. It’s common sense as fossil fuels are running out and we are polluting our planet.
I think pollution should be priced as high as possible
It’s a shame that the insulation program stopped
Renewable energy is our future. What we do now will affect future generations. Workers and economy mustn’t be disadvantaged
We should have a STRONG price on carbon pollution!
You should do more to guarantee the future for the next generations. Even more recycling is required
Go solar!!
Act with urgency to implement renewable strategies
Electric car development is essential
Please bring renewable energy to the forefront.
Solar panel companies need to be regulated
Things need to be done
No carbon tax or ETS please
Need to reassess rebates for solar panels. Incentives need to be increased.
Support transition to renewables
More investment in carbon neutral imports
It’s about time you started to act on renewables as if you really meant it
Action on climate change is too important to prevaricate any longer.
Stop native forest logging and wood chipping. Using this for energy generation is unacceptable!
We need a long term strategy for transition from fossil fuels to renewables
We have the change and responsibility to act NOW for our children’s future
Consider the future benefits, not the here and now;
Climate Change Balmain Rozelle
Wake up smell the solar;
Give it a go;
No real leadership;
You’re knackered;
Too soft, let’s just do it;
Just do it;
Want the carbon price sold better;
Use your power for good, invest in RE;
Just do it;
Show leadership;
Look at Europe for examples;
Inform people more;
Start educating in renewables in primary schools;
Change is inevitable, better to act now;
Think about the future, not just next year;
Wake up;
Get a move on;
Roll on solar;
Focus on solar for apartments;
Invest in renewables and start debate on nuclear;
We’ve created a runaway train;
Support carbon tax and invest in RE;
RE is a good idea;
Stop playing politics with CC;
Go full on for RE - take the lead;
For God’s sake get your act together on an education campaign that will cut through
Australia must lower emissions, we are the highest in the world;
Community wants action; stand up to the non-renewable energy companies;
Get RE companies to act together against fossil fuel companies;
No selling of public electricity assets;
Examine RE applications in local communities;
Survival of humanity is important;
Take RE seriously;
Get serious, things are going to get worse;
Stand up for the climate;
Aim for 60% RE in ten years;
Genuinely think beyond the next election;
Reverse electricity privatization in NSW;
Investigate nuclear;
Need a real price on carbon;
Save the planet;
Think of the next generation
Try harder. Take Climate Change seriously;
Think about the long term;
More funding for new technology;
Stop dragging feet on carbon tax;
Important to address Climate Change any way possible;
Invest in Renewable Energy;
Do something about Climate Change;
Need to change attitudes to use of energy;
Need to educate people to vote wisely;
Harness the gift of sunshine;
Just do it;
Explore Renewable Energy to fullest extent;
Don’t forget the little people;
Make Renewable Energy cheaper for the consumer;
Clean energy can create jobs in rural areas - so get on with it;
Better public education;
Be strong;
We’re running out of time;
More public education;
Take note of scientists;
Think of our children;
Promote scientists;
Plan for the long term;
Need informed discussion with scientists;
Educate public;
Incentivize business and give deadlines for targets;
PM should address the nation - it’s a national emergency;
Do something *big* to make fundamental change;
Consider more Renewable Energy options;
Stop talking and do something;
Think of the future;
What’s the point?
Establish clear priorities around carbon tax with no surprises;
More Renewable Energy infrastructure;
Wake up and smell the solar;
We’ve just got to take the lead;
Get your act together and stand up;
No other option;
Put more funds into Renewable Energy;
Wake up before it’s too late;
Plan ahead for impending crisis;
Make Renewable Energy a priority;
Chase Renewable Energy;
Don’t be deterred by the BHP campaign - get the truth out;
We’ll be a laughing stock internationally if we don’t act;
Get on with it;
Move beyond adversarial approach;
Less talk more action;
Invest in the future;
Need to act now to develop energy for the future;
Think of our grandchildren;
Rely on the science;
Not too hard - not too expensive;
Leaders should lead;
Need renewables sooner or later;
We should lead - not follow - need renewable energy base;
Just get on with it;
It will take time - so start now;
Have the guts to make a decision;
Put money into large solar projects;
Stop pandering to people’s greed. We must all pay for cost of carbon;
Need to use solar and wind - not send inventors overseas;
Work with communities that want renewable energy. Look at Europe;
Be bold and take a lead;
Renewables are the viable way of the future;
Need more renewables;
Stand your ground;
Need to look at renewable energy;
Just do it. Think of the long term;
Get your act together;
Change focus from coal to renewables;
Show process for long term future and transition;
Pull finger out and look after the community;
Increase research dollars;
Invest now. More expensive in the future;
More action less talk;
Get on and make it work;
Do it properly but cap tax so it’s not passed on to consumer;
Pull finger out - start doing it;
Get your act together;
Renewable Energy industry should be developed by legal instrument - not market;
Take the hard call and build a cushion so the transition is as simple and painless as possible;
Make Renewable Energy competitive;
The future requires it;
Transparency - longevity - certainty;
Structured support for renewable energy;
Carbon tax is the way to go;
Government must show leadership;
Labor needs to be greener for my vote;
Government needs to communicate better;
Clear policy needed to drive investments;
More public transport;
Move into the 21st C with drastic changes;
Just do it;
Help individuals take more responsibility;
Need mix of nuclear wind wave solar;
Reduce reliance on fossil fuels;
Change is inevitable - plan sooner not later;
Must not make industries uncompetitive;
Listen to the scientists;
Push for more renewables;
Ignore noise from polluters;
Stick to principles;
Yes to renewable energy but prices must be kept down;
Don’t be pushed around as you were on the mining tax;
Give RE a chance;
Climate change is proven - quit faffing around;
Stop wasting time - make a decision;
Take it seriously;
Women’s affairs now trivialized - hold public meetings;
Make a decision and stick to it;
Please listen;
Do something;
Invest in renewables - no compensation;
Create a policy and stick to it;
Oil will run out - build infrastructure now;
We have technical ability - government needs to foster development;
Act quicker;
Need to deliver now;
Get on with developing and installing renewables;
Do what you say;
Listen to what we’re saying;
Courage and leadership - not short-term votes;
Stand your ground - send clear messages - rebuff opposition;
Listen to scientists not coal lobbyists;
Fear of cost of living increases Australian made;
Protect our blue skies;
Keep trying;
Have to invest;
Take a stand;
Reinvest mining profits into RE;
Don’t talk to focus groups - just do it;
More action;
Strengthen environmental policies;
Make a plan everyone understands;
Get smart;
Shift talk to action;
Can’t tell world we’re trying to reduce emissions then find local excuses not to act;
North Shore Climate Action
Move towards 100% renewable.
Publicise what is/can be done.
Get on with it, you know you should.
Please respect the public who are concerned about lack of action.
Show leadership on this issue too.
DO more.
Think about the future, not the silly small-minded self-interested politics of today.
Less talk more evidence of action please.
Be hones with Australians. Stop excepting dirty money and stand up for the future.
Explore the nuclear option.
Clean up the mess in Canberra. You are screwing everyone.
Too much false information.
Look into renewables.
Do it.
Clear program on investment.
Pull your finger out.
Both sides need to compromise. Get over it.
Hire people who understand the issue to give neutral unbiased information.
Take note about people are saying.
Focus on renewing but don’t confuse with CO2. Not a tax doesn’t work.
Try keeping your promise.
Concentrate on harnessing what nature has given us.
Pay more attention to these surveys.
Do what you can to change leaders.
Fix the grid and infrastructure. Renewables are not designed for the grid.
If you want to do the right thing do better than the opposition.
Make it affordable and look into it.
Don’t push the government out.
Coal exploration is ruining prime agricultural land.
Stop allowing the Chines to mine our land.
Stop libs playing politics with our future.
Invest in it. We will all reap from it.
It’s the future, do something, be consistent.
Stop undermining the good with misleading and deceptive arguments.
We are standing on a burning platform, start running.
Look at it seriously.
Tide power. Look at it.
More investment.
Go for it.
Different forms but Australia should generate solar. Further investigation needed.
Tidal Energy/.
Be open to discussion. TALK.
Compromise and talk to each other.
Listen to your community. Get more feedback.
Leave the country.
Responsibility to our children and grandchildren.
Little Australia will not affect the overall, but we should do what we can. We should consider the pollution.
Time to act.
Dump Tony get Malcolm back.
We should all know more.
Need renewable for long-term sustainability.
Federal and state need long-term evaluations and goals.
We should be doing all we can to move towards renewables.
Keep moving towards renewables.
Need to get real about Climate Change.
Renewables need to be fully explored and an independent holistic approach.
Independent evaluation of both sides.
Work in a more bipartisan way towards renewables.
Need to establish a case for renewables.
Like to see Joe Hockey support renewables.
Like to see more renewable energy and solar cheaper to install.
Implement strong policies. Business needs certainty.
Start now, it gets worse if we delay.
Stand for something.
Think about the future. Stop blocking.
Look into it and encourage it.
Stop being political and do what is required.
Look for alternative ways. Move away from coal.
Head to policies that implement renewables.
Look at transport.
Act rather than talk.
Market based scheme well debated so it doesn’t hurt the economy.
More research.
Support it more.
Go for it despite your parties view.
Get involved.
Have a go.
If we don’t pay now, we will pay a lot more in the future.
Need to concentrate on pollution in general.
Renewables to be introduced slowly with specific details and outcomes.
Hurry up and do something.
Get off your backsides and do something. It is almost too late.
Need more research in renewables. Need more factual info.
Need a price on carbon.
Need to get on with pricing carbon.
Open your eyes.
Better public transport, lowers carbon footprint, less duopoly of big business.
Support renewable energy.
Politicians need to demonstrate that they care enough about the world we live in.
Not happy with more wind farms.
Need to do something.
More renewable research funding needed.
Keep renewable top of agenda.
Be consistent with programs.
Please protect our planet.
Federal government should introduce a solar subsidy tariff.
Look at solar towers.
Real issue is scarce commodities including minerals.
Try to follow up what Malcolm Turnbull started.
More emphasis on renewables.
Liberals need to come on board with strategic plan to help us reduce pollution.
Need a plan to give consistency and give companies securities.
Don’t tax employees.
Get with the program and invest in renewables.
Need to reduce consumption, need more initiative.
Like to see Federal Government solar tariff subsidy.
Time is running out.
Need to be more imperative on lower carbon footprint.
Need bipartisan approach.
It’s the way of the future and what are you doing about it.
Get rid of Abbott and have a plan.
Try harder.
Incentives are the big thing.
Australia could be leading. Disappointing to see Europe leading the way.
Stop playing politics with our children’s future.
Mo more lies. Get your act together.
Take the hard decisions.
Do what is right, not what is popular.
TO much pollution.
Need better education.
Suspects the carbon price is a tax to redistribute wealth.
Need to do anything we can to help the environment?
Need more information. This should not be a political party issue.
Joe you are a sensitive person, please consider what you see is important to human survival.
More Kindness to animals.
Put your action (money) where your mouth is.
This is the time for courage and clear sightedness.
ParraCAN
Australia has lot of space to develop solar and wind for new jobs & to reduce pollution,
Government make sure energy is safe and not polluting,
This issue is paramount important. If we want our children & grandchildren to live we must do more,
Look at countries where it has worked- Just do it,
Need better focus on new green jobs to help the community,
More solar panels to stop pollution & stop population growth,
Have renewable energy here and don’t let profits go overseas,
Have renewable energy here and don’t let profits go overseas,
Government should help people to invest in renewable energy as fossil fuels are running out. Need better technology on renewables,
No one should say no to a cleaner and brighter future.
Look to future &listen to the people. Care more about the environment
Compared with other countries the energy price is very high. Some developing countries have lower prices. The service charge is too high.
Think about long term. If they do we will all be better off.
Should be in the national interest and not party political.
Need to have more solar and wind energy as it is free and doesn’t pollute.
Need to spend more on renewables as much as on other energy
Target renewable energy to households and industry
Build renewable energy
Look to future generations- make good policy now.
We’ll have a better environment without pollution
Wake up
Try to save the environment.
Take initiatives
Should invest in independent economic research
Potentially a referendum issues
Please reduce petrol prices
Tax should go to big polluters, not to medium to small companies.
Renewable is essential- look to the future of the planet
Increase funding for wind power
Too many young people without work who need jobs including renewable and voluntary help.
When do we get our fair share without price increases
Listen to people more and hear what they are staying.
Need to keep prices down- can’t afford electricity- no frig and use solar light. 9 months bill $900
State government should support panels on roofs. People should be educated more about energy conservation. Has a solar light from Ikea.
Put price on companies not on people. Try to make energies cheaper for people.
I shouldn’t have voted for you. Both parties just care about themselves.
It costs less in the long term. Renewables would be good.
We should do more to move to a renewable energy future.
Thank you Rob Oakeshott for the good work and also to the Labor Party.
Fund renewable energy to a much greater amount including leading up to going 100% renewable.
In the long run it will be cheaper and we need to lead the world.
Read and support Beyond Zero Emissions
Put into action whole of government approach to get to 100% renewable energy in 10 years.
Support renewable energy
I am not happy with how productive the government is on renewables.
Get the balance right.
We must have renewables, as fossil fuels will run out. Need research.
Invest in local industry and technology and take a lead in renewables- don’t wait.
Ryde Gladesville Climate Change Action Group
Should be solar panels on every roof in the suburbs
Nuclear energy is a ridiculous suggestion as a clean and green alternative
I am frightened as to what this will cost us
Listen to the public rather than play politics
Do something!
J Alexander should make his own personal enquiry into the science and it is all there to see.
Government must take a more positive attitude
Take it seriously
J Alex to take a stand and not just get his photo in the paper looking pretty
Should have it (renewables) as a priority
Garbage too much waste
Do not believe in climate change
Not doing enough
Can’t believe any side, all have vested interests
Can’t keep polluting green house gasses, Government should be a leader. Consensus is for a better policy
Keep going with renewable energy - encourage the rest of the citizens - have a plan so everyone can benefit
Get your finger pout and start doing something about it.
Need way to make headway somehow
Supporting way to have energy sustainable
Encourage households to invest more in solar is a good initiative
Do need to invest. Do need to pay attention to this issue. Have done a tremendous amount of damage in 100 years.
Most educated Australians believe in renewables but to promote it under the banner of fixing climate change is wrong
Start trying seriously
Listen to people more about wanting renewables
We have the technology. Lets do something now before it’s too late.
Skepticism on climate is divisive. What is your plan? Time to take a leap.
A lot more needs to be done on renewables. We need more push
Make pollution illegal
Sutherland Climate Action Network
Do what the public wants!
Acknowledge the issue. More research to look into it.
I have no confidence in MPs
Look to the rest of the world for inspiration
Renewables are the future
Liaise with the rest of the world utilizing renewables
Proceed with care
Don’t think of the short-term costs. Think long-term results. Don’t burden households with costs - make responsible fiscal decisions.
Should implement renewables regardless of cost!
Get more transition to 100% renewable energy
More renewable energy
Look towards the future
Make it more affordable for domestic installation
Give us the real position. No scare mongering
Put more money towards Green energy
Look towards the future. Keep costs under control
Need more solar panels and natural gas
Put environment before money and avoid nuclear future (Japan)
Push for renewable energy
Hurry up and do it. Push for renewable energy
Definitely invest in renewable energy
Take notice of what people aspire to do
Sometimes Scott Morrison is an embarrassment
You need to think of the future, not simply in terms of the best outcome for fossil fuel providers but for all Australians.
Look to Europe for inspiration
Develop technology
Get honest and look after our own people
Look to Europe they are paying carbon tax
Keep your promises
Definitely invest in renewable energy
Please clean up the atmosphere
Shit happens
More money should be given to solar and companies should be supported to swap over to renewables rather than having a carbon tax
Help raise awareness of the devastation of the earth
Read the Great Disruption
Those who can’t afford solar are paying for those who can.
Inform people
Make it more accessible e.g. Solar panels
Renewable energy jobs here in Australia
Invest more in solar, not so much wind
Use Uranium. We’ve got heaps of it.
Leave it to the experts
The scientific evidence shows that human activity is causing climate change. The risk of being wrong is too great. Need to think of the future generations.
We should be going into wind and solar, not nuclear or coal.
Spend more money on research into solar and wind energy efficiency
Put more money into it
Help the old people, jobs for young people
Good job
More information that is easier to understand. Cannot carbon tax
You are a bunch of clowns
Could do more
The most important thing is to promote renewable energy
Give people benefits to move to renewable energy - rebates or tax cuts.
You’re not doing enough!
Gillard should be encouraged to move towards doing more!
Get cracking!
Doing enough already
Renewable energy is something we should be considering as part of efficient use of resources and environmental impact.
Federal government should be looking at renewable energy. To my knowledge, Julia Gillard Government has been working on this issue.
It will be a hard job but it must be done.
Investigate nuclear energy
More funding for renewable energy is needed - take a holistic view for the future of our environment - give subsidies to the public for incentive.
Save the earth
Look at what America’s doing, creating sinks that can’t be fixed. We can’t do what they are doing, we need renewable energy
Renewable energy is the way of the future.
Get on to it!
Do more, create jobs for renewable energy and go 100% renewable.
Educate the public
Create subsidies
Stop stuffing around and start leading. We need 100% renewables immediately!
Listen to real scientific evidence and get appropriate people in parliament to understand what we mean by best practice.
Climate change is the most important issue. DO SOMETHING!
Realise this is a complex issue
Wind is ugly. Plan would cost jobs in mining.
You should listen to scientific evidence that shows climate change exists and act on the evidence
You should hold a symposium with a significant number of leading environmental scientists and accept the majority view
Formal 20 year plan to get to 100% renewables needs to be made now! Consider nuclear.
Government isn’t listening to what people are asking for. Renewables would create more jobs.
Push to have more wind in particular
Not economically feasible for Australia to do more until larger countries do so
Listen to the people who care about the environment.
Disappointed that more hasn’t been done to implement renewable energy.
Start reducing that $9 billion dollar subsidy being given to fossil fuels now by 1 billion per year.
Climate change is a critical issue. We need to move to renewable energy and reduce carbon emissions as quickly as possible.
Listen to what the people and community want
Whether or not we have a carbon tax, we must put all our efforts into renewable energy.
Get serious about renewable energy and the practicalness and benefits. It will create jobs and save money for consumers. It’s healthy and will reduce pollution levels. It can only be good for us.
The Australian government doesn’t devote enough resources and money in this area compared to the USA.
It should be a priority on the government agenda. We should be a world leader in solar energy
Climate change is such an important issue. The government should be addressing it as a top priority, as should the opposition.
Politicians should take action now. Follow the science and not party lines (political policies)
Our reliance on fossil fuels is too great. We need to do more to reduce our carbon footprint. To start with, we should have a dedicated cycle way from Sutherland to Cronulla.
Think more about the environment rather than money.
A bigger amount needs to be allocated to research.
Government should be helping households with incentives to install clean energy. Current subsidies should be increased. Interest-free loan.
Put all possible effort into making his party develop very good sustainable energy policies
Why aren’t you pushing what the community wants?
Didn’t finish survey
Spend more time thinking about how we can make the way forward for renewable energy
Government decisions on renewable energy are not good enough. Need to pay attention to the IPCC predictions and act accordingly
Please keep heading towards implementing renewable energy and stop use of fossil fuels
Provide solar power for all hot water systems
Stop wasting time and move forward on this issue
Keep subsidies going to fossil fuels but put additional money towards development of renewables. I would like to see additional financial incentives for households to install solar power.
Gillard need to move Australia to renewable energy
You have reneged on your promise. Farewell. Bring back Kev.
Gillard should not have backslid on the mining tax
Best of luck
Make a difference
More solar. More capture of methane.
Those who can afford to pay for renewable energy, i.e. Panels should be given the benefits.
Everyone should be given money to put towards renewable energy
Adopt the zero carbon Australia plan 2020.
Get it done!
Pull your finger out.
Act now!
Taking action (in line with scientific consensus) is by far the most important thing you can do!
Has already spoken with him on his views
Make the issue a priority
Doing a good job
Look at what really needs doing
Work in conjunction with labor and greens
Be more cooperative
I think he has an important role in Opposition to not let the government roll over. He needs to be strong and ensure the best plan is developed.
Nothing to worry about
Need to keep developing to give us a plan. Australian can sustain more people but can’t sustain us in power.
Please keep an open mind? Changes look Do accept it’s changing - no one has the answer
Its no good, us jumping the gun before everyone else
Its obvious a wealthy country should be looking at renewable energy. I think we can afford it!
Get your act together - we are wasting so much!
The Australian government needs to change and move towards using renewable sources of energy
Take the results on board and bring it up in the parliament.
I’ve seen businesses shut down and move overseas. Make sure we act on renewables and ensure businesses stay viable over here.
Stop subsidizing fossil fuels and start investing in renewables.
Has to be very carefully studied
I wouldn’t waste my time speaking to you
We need more renewable energy
Too much to summarise.
Seriously need to look at renewables.
Ban diesel trucks off our roads - causing too many accidents.
Should do more on renewables. Coal is not the way of the future.
Hello, put your finger out!
Move to 100% renewable energy.
Do more for renewable.
Be more active in renewables.
Hurry up and make the change.
Reduce
Do something to move to 100%
Make 100% happen.
More should do more.
Please listen.
Get on with it.
Be serious about it.
Get the best plan for the country.
We demand action now.
We have a heavy reliance on coal - we can’t do that forever.
We need to make the move to renewable energy before the next fossil fuel crisis.
Absolutely develop a plan for 100% renewable - can’t rely on coal for the future.
Please put into practice the results of these surveys.
Make power prices cheaper.
Invest more into renewable energy.
We need to make the move to renewable energy before the next fossil fuel crisis.
Absolutely develop a plan for 100% renewable - can’t rely on coal for the future.
Please put into practice the results of these surveys.
Make power prices cheaper.
Invest more into renewable energy.
Western Australia
Albany Citizens Environment Coalition
Hurry up!
You know in your heart that we must invest in renewable energy sources so that our future generations can have a healthy planet to live on. Otherwise they will not exist.
WE pollute – why wait for others around the world to fix it for us?
Stop paying attention to money and protect the planet.
Personally I’m happy to pay more for clean energy.
The Sun is a wasted resource. Royalties for Regions should give every country town renewables.
Stop selling coal to China.
We have bought solar panels and believe it will save us money in the long run.
Stop trying to protect fossil fuel.
The Government shouldn’t be concerned about complaints, but should factor in the costs to business
Colin Barnett is out of his tree to build a gas pipeline to Albany!
Tell us the truth!
It is time to act. We are too reliant on coal.
More incentives needed for homeowners.
Get started!
We have the technology, it’s just not being used. It’s not hard!
Stop looking for the cheapest solution.
We want renewable energy, it would reduce our overall pollution. We need to do our bit in Albany.
Don’t be corrupted by big companies.
Think about the big picture and the future of the planet.
The future of our children depends on the government being serious.
Please invest in renewable energy for my child.
