Here's our democratic budget strategy and overview for member feedback! This year we are seeking member endorsement for building capacity within our cooperative. #CoPowerBudget

cooperativepower.org.au/democratic-bud…

We’re proud to stand for stopping new fossil fuel projects.

We've opened up a program for those with Solar PV to nominate to pass on credit to those without solar so we can open up the social benefits of the transition to more of our members. Check the blog on our website for more.

Thanks Susan! We reckon we have the best customer members going around!

We thank the Bakhoun Charitable Association for its generous donation of $71,200 from community fundraising. This will help provide food, water, bedding, hygiene products, psychological support to Palestinians in Gaza. You can add your support here gaza-emergency-appeal-2023.raisely.com

Here's an engaging listen on the benefits of housing co-ops from @[email protected] Linda Seaborn at the BCCM
podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sage-…

Statement on Bondi Junction.

We’ve had 20 households join us this week to grow the commons! ⚡️✊⚡️✊⚡️

Last week representatives from our various member organisations met in person and online to plan out how CoPower can help build and grow civil society participation, and how that participation can build our cooperative. Democracy is our strategy!

Our board member, Colin Long, recently visited Indonesia to provide essential training on climate justice and just transition to members of Indonesian trade unions.

Check out the full story here:
youtu.be/8xX0TVLhIag

'I stuck foam strips on all window and door frames and that made enormous difference to winter temperatures – and as a bonus reduced noise from outside.' This is Deb's advice coming into the colder winter months. Click Save Energy on our website for our latest member story.

This is awesome

The awesome folks CoPower have started a pay it forward scheme where people with energy bill credits from their solar and battery can donate the credits to those falling behind on their bills. This is economic justice in action.

MORE INFO AND JOIN: cooperativepower.org.au/pay-it-forward/

Buses have huge potential to connect people, reduce the cost-of-living pressure of transport costs, and cut congestion and emissions - but for that we need investment in a system of #BetterBuses that works for people, with direct routes and frequent timetables.

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