Go Renewable Energy Group-Buy Project

 

A Project to lower our electricity bills whilst preserving our environment

 GREG is a group of volunteers formed out of a Macedon Ranges Shire Council (MRSC) community engagement program called Cool Changes. We are committed to supporting Macedon Ranges homes and businesses to:

  • save electricity costs

  • reduce fossil fuel emissions

  • increase energy self-sufficiency.

In doing so, we will be assisting Macedon Ranges Shire Council achieve its goal of zero net emissions for the shire by 2030.

Our first project is a Go Renewables community Group Buy scheme for the supply and installation of such energy saving devices as:

  • Solar power (PV) systems

  • Batteries

  • Heat pumps

  • Reverse cycle air conditioners

We chose these technologies because, separately or in combination, they provide the best route towards a solar driven all electric house and energy independence.

To find the best available products at the best prices with high quality installation we have undertaken a rigorous Selection process (see the Project Partner Selection Process Blog below) and have selected several trusted partners and will refer enquiries to those companies that will best be able to advise and quote you on the areas of interest that you indicate on the Expression of Interest Form.

Expression of Interest

If you are interested in exploring the use of a Solar PV system or PV system linked to a battery and / or hot water heat pump and / or reverse cycle air conditioning, please complete the form below and click on the submit button and we will have one of our Trusted Partners contact you for a full consultation. Also scan front and back of your Electricity bill and send it to greg@mrsg.org.au or you can mail it to PO Box 820 Gisborne 3437 to allow analysis of your current usage.

Supports the GREG Project

Product & Prices
Heat Pump Bulk Buy
Terms of Reference
GREG Volunteers

News

 
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Powering Together with Saul Griffith
Renewable Energy
Powering Together with Saul Griffith
Renewable Energy

MRSG are holding a live Stream event at the Woodend Neighbourhood House at 6.30 Tuesday 14 October for people who can’t make it to the live event in Bendigo

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Coming soon! Your electric vehicle could act as a home battery
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Coming soon! Your electric vehicle could act as a home battery
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In late 2024, the Australian government passed legislation to allow electric vehicles (EVs) to power homes and send power back to the grid, adding to the growing list of reasons to buy an EV

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Malmsbury Neighbourhood Battery Project Update
Kyneton Transition Hub, Renewable Energy, Sustainable Homes, Sustainable Malmsbury
Malmsbury Neighbourhood Battery Project Update
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The Malmsbury Neighbourhood Battery Information Session was a great success and project planning is now full steam ahead

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Grant Awarded for Neighbourhood Battery Project
Renewable Energy, Sustainable Malmsbury, Kyneton Transition Hub
Grant Awarded for Neighbourhood Battery Project
Renewable Energy, Sustainable Malmsbury, Kyneton Transition Hub

We are excited to announce we were awarded a Community Climate Action grant for $5000 from Macedon Ranges Shire Council for project planning and community engagement

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Electrify 3442 News: Community Survey and Callout for Case Study Volunteers
Farmers Market, Produce Swap, Regenerative Farmers, Renewable Energy, Sustainable Homes, Transport, Veg Action, WBFS
Electrify 3442 News: Community Survey and Callout for Case Study Volunteers
Farmers Market, Produce Swap, Regenerative Farmers, Renewable Energy, Sustainable Homes, Transport, Veg Action, WBFS

Electrify 3442 is running a Community Survey and we’re on the lookout for households at various stages of electrification ) and happy to share their stories on our website. Read our news >>

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Results from Hepburn Energy's Bulk Buys 2023
SLF, Renewable Energy
Results from Hepburn Energy's Bulk Buys 2023
SLF, Renewable Energy

We want to thank MRSG so very much for your support with our bulk buys in 2023.

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SLF, Renewable Energy
GET OFF GAS! Help is at hand :-)
Sustainable Homes, Sustainable Malmsbury, TTR, Kyneton Transition Hub, Renewable Energy, Riddells
GET OFF GAS! Help is at hand :-)
Sustainable Homes, Sustainable Malmsbury, TTR, Kyneton Transition Hub, Renewable Energy, Riddells

We’ve been hearing a lot lately about getting off gas. It’s expensive, it’s an indoor pollutant and as electricity from the grid gets cleaner (in terms of its carbon emissions, thanks to reduced production from coal and increased production from renewables like solar) gas isn’t the dream fuel it used to be.

Here are some resources to help you find out more about why and how to get off gas, and news of some events coming up later this month to help you work out a detailed plan of action.

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Sustainable Homes, Sustainable Malmsbury, TTR, Kyneton Transition Hub, Renewable Energy, Riddells
Does Sustainability Equal Liveability?
Farmers Market, Renewable Energy, SLF, Wash against Waste
Does Sustainability Equal Liveability?
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Woodend, in our very own Macedon Ranges was recently dubbed the most liveable regional town in Victoria and we couldn’t be prouder! Among the criteria for the gong, according to an article published in the Sunday Herald Sun, were great transport links, services and job opportunities along with good schools, parks and gardens and fine food. 

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Upcoming Events

 

Blogs

 
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New Electrify Home Planner
New Electrify Home Planner

Electrify Macedon Ranges (EMR), an MRSG Action Group, have produced a 28 page Home Electrify Planner

It’s presented in a clear, practical format and packed with concise, helpful information.

No matter where you are on your electrification journey—just starting out or already experienced—this guide will be valuable.

With helpful links and the offer of volunteer support, it’s a truly comprehensive resource designed to empower the community and save people money.

You will soon be able to pick up your copy at a library near you.

Can’t wait? Read more about EMR here: https://mrsg.org.au/electrify-macedon-ranges

    The Cheaper Home Battery Program will officially begin on July 1st. 
    The Cheaper Home Battery Program will officially begin on July 1st. 

New Rebate for Home Batteries will save you money and could save our grid

NEW - Electrify Macedon Ranges
NEW - Electrify Macedon Ranges

Join the Electrify Macedon Ranges movement

Getting Off Gas
Getting Off Gas

Reasons for closing your gas account and going to an all electric household

What to do about climate change? Get answers in 10-25 minutes
What to do about climate change? Get answers in 10-25 minutes

Not sure what “net zero emissions” means? Want to know how you can impact climate change?

Project Drawdown has produced an excellent series of 6 videos, ranging from 10-25 minutes, explaining where we can have the most impact on climate.

This is a thought-provoking series, highly recommended for anyone starting out on the road to sustainability.

Why use a Thermal Imaging Camera?
Why use a Thermal Imaging Camera?

Thermal imaging cameras detect areas of heat loss and unwanted heat gain, and allow you to make changes, many of them low or no cost, that will make your home more comfortable and save energy and money.

Four takeaways for adapting to Climate Change from the recent IPCC report
Four takeaways for adapting to Climate Change from the recent IPCC report

A few weeks ago, the IPCC released a report titled, “Climate Change 2022: Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability“. Even though the report focuses on impacts, vulnerabilities and adaptive practices on a global scale, I have tried to derive some adaptation principles that could be applied to the Macedon Ranges.

Save money and energy at home
Save money and energy at home

Home energy saving tips such as stopping draughts, LED lighting, heating, windows, energy monitoring, insulation, motion sensor lights, standby power and solar PV.

 

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