Engage Gippsland
Connecting and Collaborating
A large component of what the Gippsland Climate Change Network does is focused on connecting and collaborating with local communities, businesses, and government organisations around climate change awareness and solutions.
We aim to:
- Generate conversations and opportunities
- Inform Gippsland about local climate change challenges and opportunities
- Be a positive voice that inspires solution-based outcomes
- Connect, engage and bring together a diversity of stakeholders
- Support other groups to come together to take action
Energise Gippsland Electrification Van
The GCCN EV van (LDV e-Deliver 7LWB) has hit the road with a full Community Electrification Engagement Program commencing in March 2026.
Our EVan has replaced the Renewable Energy Demonstration Trailer (RED Trailer) that has been a much-loved and important educational tool since 2012. But times have changed and with the continued support of AGL we have transitioned to our new Energise Gippsland (EVan)
The Energise Gippsland Electrification Van (EVan) can be booked to attend schools, community events, and local council activities.
The Community Electrification Education Program
The Community Electrification Education Program (CEEP), supported by Sustainability Victoria, continues to build momentum across Gippsland as communities embrace the benefits of electrification and reducing reliance on gas. Delivered by Gippsland Climate Change Network in partnership with a network of local sustainability groups, the program is helping households better understand practical ways to lower energy bills, improve comfort and reduce emissions.
Over the past year, CEEP has connected delivered more than 30 events and activities across Gippsland, connecting with well over 10,000 community members across the region while directly engaging more than 1,200 people in conversations about home electrification, energy efficiency and getting off gas. Highlights have included partnering with the Sandy Point Community Centre for the Sandy Point Electrification Fair, working alongside Mycelia Renewables on a series of “Energy Exchange” workshops, and joining the Bunyip Renewable Action Group at popular community markets in Warragul. The program has also collaborated with the Latrobe Valley Sustainability Group at the Moe Earth Market, participated in the Wellington Sustainability Festival, the EID Festival at Gippsland Heritage Park and spent three days engaging with visitors at Farm World in Lardner Park.
A particularly exciting addition has been GCCN’s new EVan, now travelling across Gippsland delivering hands-on demonstrations and practical information about home electrification. Combined with school holiday activities at the SEC Hub in Morwell, the program is helping more Gippslanders feel confident about making the switch to an all-electric future.
Power Pops
Bringing the Story of Gippsland New Energy to the Next Generation!
The GCCN Power Pops (PP) program was developed to bring the story of the new energy transition and the positive outcomes for the climate and the opportunities for future employment to the next generation of Gippslanders.
We had identified that the traditional engagement models we used were not reaching the younger generation, and a more innovative approach was required.
After research and consultation with young focus groups we developed the project model of using immersive Vinci VR Virtual Reality (VR) experiences and 360-degree videos to showcase new energy projects and job opportunities.
