Victoria’s water sector has cut emissions significantly – and there’s more to do. That’s why we’ve developed the Water Sector Emissions Transition Plan which has been released today.
The plan outlines the next steps for the water sector to cut greenhouse gas emissions from wastewater treatment, fuel use, construction, and its supply chain.
It builds on the sector’s shift to 100% renewable electricity. Victoria’s water sector is committed to net-zero emissions by 2035 and has already reduced emissions by more than 45 per cent – the equivalent of removing around 146,000 cars off Victoria’s roads.
The plan will harness Victoria’s strengths in science and engineering to attract new clean technology investment and unlock new opportunities for low carbon innovation, resource recovery, and regional development.
More than 90 per cent of the water sector’s remaining emissions come from methane and nitrous oxide in wastewater treatment. These emissions are challenging to reduce but provide significant opportunities for innovation and a low carbon circular economy.
The Water Sector Emissions Transition Plan will help water providers make timely, cost effective decisions and reduce emissions efficiently and effectively.
Learn more about the plan here: A net-zero emissions water sector by 2035
Page last updated: 15/04/26