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Now is the time for action.
Yarra Climate Action Now! is an independent community group based in the City of Yarra. working for a safe, healthy and sustainable future. The core focus is on raising awareness about the climate emergency and promoting effective climate action in Yarra.
Lobbying by YCAN was influential in the City of Yarra’s declaration of a Climate Emergency in 2017 and in the formulation of its first Climate Emergency Plan in 2020.
The Climate Reality
The climate crisis may feel daunting, but we can do something about it. We’ve proven we know how to make an impact and people are winning on a range of environmental issues in their communities around the world.
Lobbying by YCAN was influential in the City of Yarra’s declaration of a Climate Emergency in 2017 and the formulation of its first Climate Emergency Plan in 2020. Our actions can make a difference locally and globally.
Advocate for strong
climate leadership by
the City of Yarra and
monitor their actions
Build community
awareness and
involvement in local
climate action
Lobby on a broad
range of issues which
strengthen local
What we do
How can I get involved?
Making a difference throughout the City of Yarra.
Come along to one of our local events, workshops, or webinars. Learn how you can contribute to the climate emergency in Yarra.
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We advocate for Yarra on a wide range of campaigns for action on the climate emergency and support them with local initiatives.
Whether it’s waging a war against waste or protecting our local biodiversity, join one of our working groups to take action for a particular cause you care about.
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