Ampcontrol joins Hunter businesses, calls for strong emissions cuts

Ampcontrol has joined eight critical Hunter-based businesses and peak bodies to call on the federal government to commit to a strong 2035 emissions reduction target.

The electrical engineering manufacturer joined AGL, Beyond Zero Emissions, Energy Renaissance, Hunter Jobs Alliance, Hunter Renewal, Investor Group on Climate Change, MCi Carbon, MGA Thermal and Verdant Produce in calling for a renewable focus for the Hunter region in NSW.

With a stronger emissions target, the emphasis can be placed on exploring renewable energy production within the region, according to a statement.

Ampcontrol Managing Director & CEO Rod Henderson said Ampcontrol leant its support to the statement as it aligns with its Sustainability Strategy and target of Net Zero by 2040.

The Ampcontrol Climate Action Plan comprises three parts — mitigation, adaptation, and advocacy.

Henderson said: “We are on the cusp of a once in a generation opportunity, with the Hunter region well placed to become a renewable energy powerhouse.

“At Ampcontrol, we feel strongly about keeping manufacturing jobs here in Australia. We have the smarts and resources required to lead the global energy revolution, and we need government and industry to back these efforts.

“We have a considered Climate Action Plan that guides Ampcontrol, as well as our suppliers, customers, and community, as we decarbonise and help to make net zero a reality through a just energy transition. We gladly lend our support to the IGCC’s Climate Action Pays Off campaign.”

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