It's been two months since the Parkes Clean Future Alliance (PCFA) formed in response to a proposal to build an Energy from Waste facility in Parkes.
The group has shared with its followers and the community the work they have done so far in raising awareness and advocating on behalf of those who oppose the project.
They have:
Collected almost 4000 signatures (total online and paper petition).
Raised almost $7000 towards an awareness campaign, and funds for legal challenges and scientific studies so they can provide a submission for the Environmental Impact Statement for the Parkes proposal.
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Launched a survey to understand how the community feels about the proposed development.
Arranged a meeting for Parkes Shire Council with Jane Bremmer, Chair of Toxics Free Australia.
Met with politician Jacqui Lambie's team who PCFA says are investigating avenues for objections.
Signage is around town to raise awareness and spark conversation.
Greens MP Sue Higginson’s office has responded to their concerns about the proposed Energy from Waste facility planned for Parkes. Dr Amanda Cohn, who holds the waste portfolio for the NSW Greens, has joined the conversation and will be working with them to "push back" on the proposal. Planning is underway for a meeting to coordinate efforts.
Contacted several major non-governmental organisations, including Transparency International Australia, Australian Conservation Foundation, GetUp, The Australia Institute and Civil Liberties Australia.
Written to surrounding councils of Forbes, Lachlan, Cabonne, Narromine, and Dubbo and sent formal correspondence to Landcare Australia, The Murray darling Basin Authority, Aboriginal Land councils across the region, and The Environmental Defenders Office.
Met with State Member for Orange Phil Donato to request he table a parliamentary petition as their local State Member.
Had what they described as a positive meeting with NSW Farmers. PCFA said a motion to advocate for its members against Energy from Waste will be put forward to the NSW Farmers State Conference.
Sat down with Wiradjuri Elders and representatives.
Door-dropping pamphlets across Parkes to keep locals informed.
Connected with communities around Australia and overseas who’ve faced similar projects.
Held their first event for the community in April, an online session hosted by Mike Whitney.
In the midst of arranging a second community event with independent experts.
Launched a website and social media platforms to raise awareness and provide researched, unbiased information to the community.
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