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2025 info session dates available

April 16, 2025 by Corena Team

Want to apply for a CORENA loan? Come along to one of our 2025 online info sessions to find out how our loans work and have all your questions answered. These sessions are aimed at non profits and community organisations interested in solar, energy efficiency or EV projects who would like to find out more …

Read more2025 info session dates available
Drought and bushfires in Australia demonstrate the need for disaster preparedness and resilience

How Australians Can Improve Disaster Preparedness & Resilience

April 9, 2025 by Corena Team

Australia, considered by many of us as “the lucky country”, is increasingly becoming unluckier due to the alarming consequences of climate change. From devastating bushfires to catastrophic floods and relentless heatwaves, the frequency and intensity of natural disasters are on the rise. It’s no longer a question of if a disaster will strike, but when. …

Read moreHow Australians Can Improve Disaster Preparedness & Resilience
Community Renewable Energy

Social Impact Investing for Climate Action & Renewable Energy in Australia: How Organisations & Individuals Can Invest in a Sustainable Future

April 3, 2025 by Corena Team

Australia, with its abundant natural resources and commitment to a clean energy transition, faces a critical need for innovative financing solutions to tackle the climate emergency. Social impact investing (SII) has emerged as a powerful tool for channeling capital towards projects that generate both financial returns and positive social and environmental impact. This introductory guide …

Read moreSocial Impact Investing for Climate Action & Renewable Energy in Australia: How Organisations & Individuals Can Invest in a Sustainable Future
Goulburn solar farm

Project 59. announced!

March 24, 2025 by Sarah McCabe

We are very excited to announce our latest project with Goulburn Community Energy Cooperative in NSW. Goulburn Community Energy Cooperative are currently constructing a 1.8MW (AC) solar farm plus 2.85 MWh battery on a previously contaminated site on Bridge Street, Goulburn, NSW. Find out more.

Read moreProject 59. announced!
Rooftop solar panels connected to a community energy virtual power plant project

Virtual Power Plants: Sharing Renewable Energy Resources

March 12, 2025 by Corena Team

The way we generate and use energy is rapidly changing, and it’s an exciting time! Renewable energy is on the rise, and we’re seeing more and more organisations, people, and communities taking control of their energy production and consumption. Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) offer the potential to play a key part in this shift, providing …

Read moreVirtual Power Plants: Sharing Renewable Energy Resources
Household taking climate action with solar panels, battery, heat pump, and electric car

Climate Action Guide: 9 Ways Individuals & Households Can Tackle the Climate Emergency

February 19, 2025 by Corena Team

The climate emergency is a stark reality, its effects rippling across the globe in the form of extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and disrupted ecosystems. While governments and industries have a crucial role to play in taking climate action the collective efforts of individuals and households are equally vital. We, as consumers and members …

Read moreClimate Action Guide: 9 Ways Individuals & Households Can Tackle the Climate Emergency
Solar balconies and facades

Solar Facades, Balconies, & Building Materials: Powering the Future

January 29, 2025 by Corena Team

The world’s buildings are a major source of carbon emissions. In fact, according to the International Energy Agency, buildings are responsible for nearly one-third of global energy consumption. As we strive to create a more sustainable future, finding ways to make our buildings more energy-efficient is essential. Solar panels have been the top form of …

Read moreSolar Facades, Balconies, & Building Materials: Powering the Future
Phil gifts in wills

Making a Lasting Difference

January 29, 2025 by Corena Team

There are lots of ways to give to CORENA. Phil decided to include CORENA in his will. “I’ve always believed in the power of community-driven initiatives. By leaving a bequest to CORENA, I know that my contribution will continue to support renewable energy projects long after I’m gone. I especially like that CORENA’s revolving fund …

Read moreMaking a Lasting Difference

Send your donation travelling

January 23, 2025 by Corena Team

Have a look at our brand new video which follows the journey of a CORENA donation to projects all around the country. John is one of our volunteer committee members and it’s great to see the ongoing impact of his original donation of $202 to our first project in 2013 via our revolving energy fund. …

Read moreSend your donation travelling
$1.5 million in loans

CORENA hits $1.5 million in loans

January 23, 2025 by Corena Team

With the finalisation of the Northern Agricultural Catchments Council loan CORENA has recently achieved a huge milestone in that we have now funded $1.5 million in interest-free loans for 55 community emissions reduction projects! This has come from just over $760,000 in project donations demonstrating the power of the revolving energy fund in multiplying the …

Read moreCORENA hits $1.5 million in loans
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