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5 Ways CORENA Helps Non Profit Organisations

5 Ways CORENA Helps Non Profits Reduce Carbon Emissions & Energy Costs

June 16, 2022 by Corena Team

Like many, your not for profit, charity, community organisation or social enterprise is probably looking for ways to reduce carbon emissions as well as energy costs. We have put together this mini guide outlining how CORENA can assist organisations like yours with decarbonisation initiatives, energy efficiency, and renewable energy projects. Funding To Reduce Carbon Emissions …

Read more5 Ways CORENA Helps Non Profits Reduce Carbon Emissions & Energy Costs
Electric vehicles guide for non profit organisations

Electric Vehicles Guide for Non Profits

June 15, 2022 by Corena Team

Electric vehicles (EVs) have been attracting a lot of attention over the past few years and it is no surprise considering the many benefits they offer. Not only can they help you save money on your operational fuel costs, but also assist in reducing carbon emissions which is great for air quality and the planet …

Read moreElectric Vehicles Guide for Non Profits

CORENA joins International Community for Local Smart Grids partnership

June 13, 2022 by Sarah McCabe

CORENA is thrilled to join the International Community for Local Smart Grids (ICLSG), an international knowledge-sharing partnership of distribution network operators, community energy enterprises and organisations. The partnership was convened by the University of Oxford and Research Partner Enel Foundation, and supported by co-founders Ausgrid, Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks, and Low Carbon Hub. Climate …

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Exciting changes to CORENA’s operations

May 16, 2022 by Sarah McCabe

Since CORENA’s beginnings in 2013, we have been amazed by the sheer power of the revolving fund model. As of May 2022, we have a total of $540,000 in our revolving fund most of which is currently on loan to tackle the climate emergency. When fund grows, it will continue to support more and more …

Read moreExciting changes to CORENA’s operations

Supporting community climate grant funding

April 6, 2022 by Sarah McCabe

We can provide co-funding for Australian community organisations applying for grant funding opportunities.

Read moreSupporting community climate grant funding

CORENA Featured in IRENA’s White Paper

December 3, 2021 by Sarah McCabe

CORENA’s revolving funding and organisation model was featured in IRENA (International Renewable Energy Network Agency) Coaliltion for Action third white paper, “Community Action Toolkit”. This paper provides a framework for new and existing organisations to consider before embarking on their own community based renewable initiatives. It also showcases how 11 different organisations from around the …

Read moreCORENA Featured in IRENA’s White Paper

We are hiring!

September 9, 2021 by Sarah McCabe

We are hiring two new paid positions — Chief Operating Officer and Digital Marketer. If you would like to work for a passionate non-profit focused on reducing emissions across the country, we would love to hear from you.

Read moreWe are hiring!

CORENA assists Arkaroola in winning $1.3m grant bid

September 1, 2021 by Sarah McCabe

CORENA is proud to be involved alongside other energy groups in the successful grant funding for the Sustainable Microgrid at Arkaroola Wilderness Centre. This 1.3 million dollar renewable energy grant was one of several successful projects through the Regional and Remote Communities Reliability Fund. Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary is part of a World Heritage Bid because …

Read moreCORENA assists Arkaroola in winning $1.3m grant bid

2021 survey results

May 11, 2021 by Sarah McCabe

Earlier this year, we launched an audience survey to find out more about who our CORENA supporters are. Thank you very much to everyone who contributed their thoughts and perspectives. With your feedback, we will make sure we move forward in our journey to practically reduce more emissions while supporting community groups.Today we are releasing …

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CORENA supporter survey

February 16, 2021 by Sarah McCabe

Support us in our biggest ever survey! We are extremely excited to conduct our first supporter survey in a while. We are looking to hear from all people interested in taking climate action to get your feedback on our current work and the climate emergency. Whether you have donated, volunteered or just followed our journey …

Read moreCORENA supporter survey
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CORENA is a registered charity with nation-wide membership.

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