THE ACT GAS TRANSITION

While gas appliances are a staple of many homes and gas cooktops are often favoured by the best homecooks, this could soon become a thing of the past in Canberra.

The ACT Government are aiming for zero net emissions by 2045 and one of the ways they will achieve this is by transitioning Canberra from natural gas to electricity. This process includes retrofitting existing homes and buildings and preventing new gas connections.

WHAT DO I NEED TO CONSIDER AS A HOMEOWNER?

• Consider alternatives to gas appliances in your home, such as electric or induction cooktops.

• Install solar panels to create a reliable energy source for your home that doesn’t rely on natural gas.

• Plan how you will heat/cool your home throughout the year, and consider opting for alternatives to systems reliant on gas.

• Research the production process of the materials you want to use in your home; try to select materials the aren’t produced using fossil fuels.

WHAT CHANGES SHOULD I MAKE TO MY EXISTING HOME?

The ACT Government has prepared an online transition tool for homeowners and businesses to assist with implementing sustainable solutions. Access the transitional tool here: https://energy.act.gov.au/your-energy-journey/

By planning for the phasing out of fossil fuel gas now, this can be an opportunity create a more energy-efficient home that runs at a lower cost into the future.