Accelerating the energy transition
Partnering with leading universities and helping households electrify, from our community solar-sharing pilot to the FOSSIL OFF! campaign.
Wingecarribee Net Zero Emissions
Driving the transition to a sustainable Southern Highlands
A community-led organisation cutting carbon emissions, championing a homegrown economy and protecting our natural environment. Cleaner air, a stronger local economy and a healthier environment for all.
Our impact snapshot
Inform, support, empower
WinZero is the umbrella for local environmental action in the Wingecarribee Shire: run by volunteers and funded by members and donations.
Protecting biodiversity
Raising awareness of habitat fragmentation, advocating for stronger environmental planning and leading the Thin Green Line corridor project.
Empowering the community
Building powerful alliances for the Highlands Homegrown Economy, with forums, workshops and expert talks open to everyone.
Thin Green Line · Stage 2
Real results on the ground
Between Macquarie Pass and Budderoo National Parks, where the Great Eastern Ranges corridor is at its thinnest.
193koalas detected in WildSeek thermal drone surveys
5,000native tubestock grown by local students
2,850native tubestock planted
22.5hectares of koala habitat weed control
Active projects
What we're working on
Practical, local projects that cut emissions, protect our bush and rivers, and make the Highlands a better place to live.
BiodiversityThin Green Line
Restoring forest links and protecting threatened species between Macquarie Pass and Budderoo National Parks. Building on Stage 1, WinZero now leads Stage 2 of this nationally significant corridor.
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Energy at homeFOSSIL OFF!
Helping Southern Highlands households electrify their homes and transport, cut emissions and save money.
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WaterRiver health
Raising awareness of pollution in the local rivers that supply drinking water to 5 million people in Sydney.
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EconomyHighlands Homegrown Economy
Connecting local people, businesses and projects to build a regenerative, locally driven economy.
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PlanningSustainable urban design
Designing mixed-use communities so people can meet daily needs on foot, by bike or via public transport.
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ClosingVirtual Energy Network
Our community solar-sharing pilot. Residential trading ends after November 2026: here's what it achieved.
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Our story
Born of adversity, driven by hope
WinZero began under the haze of the bushfires, came together during the global pandemic and will continue on for decades.
We unite like-minded and passionate people to protect the environment, take climate action and live sustainably in the Southern Highlands. As an umbrella organisation, we coordinate and support the many environmental groups already doing great work in the region.
And if you live in the Southern Highlands, we're doing all of this for you.
Latest
News from around the Shire
Latest storyA Year of Community Action: WinZero’s 2025 Chair Report
WinZero’s 2025 Chair Report celebrates a year of practical action, fresh ideas, scientific research and community collaboration.
Read the storyJoin the conversation
Where our community hangs out
Most of what we do happens in real time on social media: events, alerts, wildlife and wins. Follow along and share with your neighbours.
Strength in numbers
Working alongside local groups
Sydney Basin Koala Network
Southern Highlands Landcare NetworkZZero SE
Wombat Care BundanoonSSouthern Highlands Walking and Cycling Advocacy
Moss Vale Community Garden
School Strike 4 Climate
Southern Highlands Parents for Climate Action
Wombatised
Australian Plants Society – Southern Highlands
350.org Southern Highlands
Southern Highlands Koala Sanctuary
Southern Highlands Community Renewable Energy (SCORE)
The Gundungurra CommunityStrength in numbers
Every member makes WinZero's voice louder with Council, government and business. Membership is $30 a year ($20 for students and pensioners).