Carbon Credits: 1,245 Cars Off the Road for a Year

Hawkesbury City Council is a step closer to achieving their ambitious net zero emissions by 2030 after awarding a new contract to LGI Limited, one of Australia’s leading carbon abatement companies.

LGI’s Australian-developed technology recovers biogas from landfill, reduces methane emissions, delivers sizeable environmental benefits and allows leading councils to achieve lofty emissions targets.

Founder and CEO, Adam Bloomer said LGI is thrilled to be working with Hawkesbury City Council to deliver meaningful environmental outcomes for the region.

“LGI has been working collaboratively with Council since 2015 in the design, installation, expansion and operation of the biogas collection and management system at the Hawkesbury Waste Management Facility,” Mr Bloomer said.

“The partnership has seen LGI reduce Hawkesbury City Council’s CO2e emissions by 94,070 tonnes. To put that number into context, it’s the equivalent of planting 1.6 million seedlings for the next decade. Or put another way, the carbon abatement for the past 12 months was equivalent to removing 1,245 cars off the road for a year.

“It is fantastic Hawkesbury City Council has chosen to extend its contract with LGI, and proves they are serious about achieving their net zero emissions by 2030 target”.

Director Infrastructure Services, Will Barton said the partnership will be at no cost to Hawkesbury City Council.

“LGI was awarded the contract as it will provide environmental benefits that reflect Council’s commitment to actions for sustainability in keeping with Council’s Net Zero Emissions and Water Efficiency Strategy,” Mr Barton said.

“The Strategy outlines a plan to guide Council, and the community to achieve emissions and water reductions across Council’s operations and the broader local government area.

“The Strategy will assist to deliver a climate resilient community with economic benefits for Council and the community through decreased operational costs and environmental benefits. The implementation of this Strategy requires collaboration and coordination across Council, and stakeholders, including residents, businesses and state government agencies.

“Council is with the community 100% on the journey towards net zero emissions. It will take commitment from everyone – government, businesses, residents and visitors, together we can achieve great things.”