2021-03-09 P&E Agenda - Item 8 - Attachment 1 - Climate Change Response Plan

encourage staff to walk, cycle, use public transport, scooter and carpool to work and promote
multiple health and environmental benefits for staff.

Strategic Priorities
The following strategic priorities are identified for Sustainable Transport:

4.1 Accelerate public and active transport infrastructure investment and community usage through
    the implementation of Council’s Transport Strategy and Walking and Cycling Plan.

4.2 Transition Council to sustainable transport use and zero-emissions vehicles.

Specific actions for implementation through this Climate Change Response Plan are identified in the
Summary of Actions.

Desired outcomes/Targets
By 2026, electric vehicle charging stations will be installed at all major Council facilities.

By 2030, electric vehicle charging infrastructure will be available at all major shopping villages

Metrics
    % modal shift to walking and cycling in key urban areas and in hinterland towns
    % increase of children walking and riding to school
    % increase in electric micro-mobility devices/e-wheeling devices (e-bikes, e-scooter, e-
       skateboards etc.) in use by residents and visitors Impact
    % increase in public transport use
    % increase in electric vehicle ownership
    kms of sealed cycling and walking pathways
    Number of EV charging stations in Noosa Shire
    Number of EV charging stations installed at Council facilities
    Number of staff that participate in walk/cycle-to-work day
    Electric vehicle infrastructure factored into development requirements

Partnerships
Accelerating sustainable transport requires strong advocacy and partnerships with government
agencies and transport providers including Translink to future proof Noosa and connect
communities. Council will continue to work with other community partners such as ZEN Inc and
Tourism Noosa to help drive positive change.




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Noosa Climate Change Response Plan - draft for council endorsement March 2021