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Dr Amanda Cahill and Dr Gareth Edwards - Empowering Community-Led Change in a Just Energy Transition
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- May 5, 2025
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Summary
Lighthouse series What does it take for communities to lead the renewable energy transition—not just be consulted? In this episode, Wendy Agar talks with Dr Amanda Cahill and Dr Gareth Edwards about empowering local leadership, supporting self-determination, and making engagement meaningful. They share real-world stories and insights from regional Australia and around the world, based on their book Regional Energy Transitions in Australia: From Impossible to Possible. Together, they explore: What a “just transition” really looks like in regional communities How the energy transition is reshaping local economies and driving place-based change Common barriers faced by local communities—and how to overcome them Practical steps to build strong partnerships with regional Australia Global lessons on what’s needed to truly empower communities during the energy transition Whether you work in renewable energy, policy, engagement, or simply care about stronger outcomes for regional Australia—this episode is packed with ideas and inspiration. Get your copy here - Regional Energy Transitions in Australia: From Impossible to Possible with discount code 25AFLY1 for a 20% discount. EmPOWER is proudly supported by The Energy Charter, a CEO collaboration across the energy sector nationally, delivering better outcomes for customers and communities in the energy transition. Produced by The Podcast Boss