Councils Caring For The Coastal Environment
Sydney Coastal Councils Group Inc
Sustainable management of the urban coastal environment
The Sydney Coastal Councils Group Inc. (SCCG) was established in 1989 to promote collaboration between Member Councils on environmental issues relating to the sustainable management of the urban coastal and estuarine environment. The Group consists of 9 Councils adjacent to Sydney marine and estuarine environments and associated waterways, and represents nearly 1.3 million Sydneysiders.
Guided by the SCCG Strategic Plan and Business Plan, the SCCG is providing benefits to Councils across a range of coastal management issues including; climate change adaptation and resilience; coastal infrastructure and asset management; strategic and land use planning; biodiversity restoration and conservation; natural hazard and emergency management; and integrated water management.
The strength of the SCCG rests in engagement and shared expertise of the elected representatives, executive and technical staff of our Member Councils, and the capacity of our Secretariat to facilitate coordination, collaboration and knowledge-sharing within the Group and provide general and specialised expertise in delivering a range of services and programs that build the capacity of members in the management of Sydney’s urban coastal and estuarine environments.
Making Waves
The SCCG Monthly Update
Noteworthy Sites
Adoption Guidelines for Stormwater Bioretention Systems
/in Events, Partner News /by belindaThis one day workshop gives a comprehensive introduction to the Centre for Cooperative Research for Water Sensitive Cities (CRCWSC) “Adoption Guidelines for Stormwater Biofiltration Systems”. The workshop will guide participants towards key content in the guidelines including; what is a biofiltration system, how do they function and what are their benefits. Participants will also work […]
Welcome to the Plastiocene
/in Events /by belindaIn recent years, we have become increasingly aware of the widespread distribution of microplastics in the environment. For example, a recent study reported that 93% of the world’s most popular brands of bottled water contain microplastics. Microplastics generate significant human health, ecological and social issues. Join Dr Scott Wilson (Macquarie University), Dr Bob Symons (Eurofins) […]
Earth Hour – 30 March 2019
/in Events /by belindaShow you support for climate action by participating in Earth Hour. Switch off your lights and appliances from 8.30pm on Saturday 30th March. To register click here.