Fossil fuel feedback

February 12 2016 - 5:30pm
Fossil fuel feedback
Fossil fuel feedback

The Mount Alexander Shire council is considering reducing investments in financial institutions that fund companies involved in fossil fuel industries. The council is seeking feedback on the idea after receiving a petition signed by 950 community members in October last year requesting it divest in fossil fuels in an attempt to reduce the impact of climate change. The move would follow the lead of councils in Moreland, Leichardt, Newcastle, Marrickville and Albury.

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