Community
25 December, 2023
Secure power supply during emergencies
THE Port Fairy community will now have access to a secure power supply during prolonged power outages in emergencies.
As part of the state government’s Energy Resilience Systems program, two sites in Moyne Shire will receive new advanced backup energy systems.
These systems are now being installed at both the Port Fairy Showground and Mortlake Recreation Reserve.
Each system includes solar panels, batteries and back-up diesel generators, and will be in place ahead of the summer bushfire season.
Moyne mayor Cr Ian Smith said the two sites would act as hubs for the local communities, providing a space to cook meals, charge devices and find information.
“These systems boost our electricity network and community resilience during emergencies,” Cr Smith said.
“We will be better equipped to handle extreme weather events, which are becoming more frequent and severe.
“The systems will also provide the ongoing benefit of providing cheap renewable energy to community buildings year-round.”
The Energy Resilience Systems program is funded by the Victorian State Government.
