Opportunity Report:

Local Power Local Prosperity

Significant renewable energy investment is planned for the Cradle Coast region in Tasmania. Managed well, it can support local jobs, strengthen small businesses and contribute to long-term regional prosperity. Realising these benefits will require early collaboration between community, industry and government, grounded in sophisticated data that reflects the scale of investment ahead.

This data will guide investment in the essential services that underpin the regional economy, including housing and transport, and shape a shared regional vision with clear, prioritised actions for the future.

Renewable energy development has region-wide implications for communities, industry and government. The scale and complexity of this transition cannot be addressed by any one body acting alone. Communities, governments and industries around Australia have been planning for the impacts of renewable energy investment for a number of years. Action in the Cradle Coast is now urgently required.

This report highlights the importance of coordinated, agile collaboration that is grounded in evidence and mutual respect. Together, these principles can shape a prosperous future for the Cradle Coast. 

Read the report now by clicking on the report image (left).

The Local Power, Local Prosperity Report is intended to spark a regional conversation and collective action. Some opportunities highlighted are already in train, such as the Clean Energy Centre of Excellence in Burnie. Some opportunities will be led by the Tasmanian and Australian governments, while others will rely on local business capability and community involvement.

The most impactful and lasting benefits are likely to emerge where there is an alignment of priorities and identified needs. We invite you to engage early, contribute your expertise and knowledge by completing a short survey via the QR code on this page, or click on the image to link to the survey.

Your insights will guide how renewable energy investment can generate practical, measurable and locally relevant value for the Cradle Coast. Working together we can capture opportunities and convert unprecedented local investment in renewable energy to power long term local prosperity for our region, as a whole.