This section reports on residents attitudes towards energy transition in the region. It gives you the capability to explore how residents’ views regarding energy transition differ by region and other key demographics.
What specific benefits, if any, do you associate with Gippsland’s transition from fossil fuels (coal, oil and gas) to renewable energy sources (wind, solar, etc.) over the next ten years?
Gippsland 2024
Improved community health
54%
Natural environment benefits
53%
Job creation
51%
Lower energy costs
43%
Existing fossil fuel jobs to move to renewables
40%
Education opportunities and skill development
38%
Improved regional economic prosperity
33%
Attracting business investment in the region
32%
Improved reliability in energy supply
31%
More consistent energy prices
30%
Grant funds for community projects
25%
None of the above
9%
Other
4%
What concerns, if any, do you have regarding Gippsland’s transition from fossil fuels (coal, oil and gas) to renewable energy sources (wind, solar, etc.) over the next ten years?
Gippsland 2024
More expensive power
55%
Job losses
49%
Impacts on wildlife and environment
49%
Loss of usable land
33%
Mine land rehabilitation
30%
Recycling of renewable technology
28%
Land prices
27%
Loss of visual amenity
25%
Transmission lines
20%
None of the above
9%
Other
7%
Which of the following best represents your view regarding whether or to what extent your local area will benefit from the energy transition over the next ten years?
Gippsland 2024
Will not benefit my local area
39%
Will benefit my local area somewhat
42%
Will benefit my local area greatly
19%
Which of the following best represents your view regarding whether or to what extent the broader Gippsland Region will benefit from the energy transition over the next ten years?
Gippsland 2024
Will not benefit Gippsland
32%
Will benefit Gippsland somewhat
44%
Will benefit Gippsland greatly
24%
To what extent do you disagree or agree that those managing Gippsland’s energy transition are working together and collaborating with the community?
