Greens pressure on the Government has delivered a major windfall gain for Tasmania, with electrification upgrades set to benefit at least 1,750 Tasmanian public and social housing households, saving residents around $1,800 a year according to government modelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Greens Senator for Tasmania Nick McKim said the agreement marked a significant win for the state, securing funding to help households reduce energy bills while slashing emissions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThis is a major win for climate, and for people living in public and social housing in Tasmania,\u201d Senator McKim said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cElectrifying these homes means lower power bills, warmer homes in winter, and cleaner energy for our state.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cFor so many Tasmanian families these upgrades will ease the cost of living and improve quality of life.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The funding, part of a $500 million national spend secured by the Greens, will allow for energy efficient upgrades such as air conditioning, insulation and shading; electric hot water systems, cooktops and ovens; and solar panels and batteries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cTasmania should be leading the way in the clean energy transition, and this deal is a step toward ensuring that everyone can benefit from it,\u201d Senator McKim said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cTasmanians have been hit hard by rising costs, and this deal shows what the Greens can deliver when we hold the balance of power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThis funding wouldn\u2019t exist without the Greens, and we\u2019re proud to be securing real outcomes that make a difference in people\u2019s lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cHaving the Greens in Parliament means better outcomes for people and the planet.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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