Hume Energy

Hume Energy

Opportunities exist in the region for sustainable electricity generation in close proximity to existing electricity distribution infrastructure. Potential and existing alternative energy resources in the region include:

 wind energy in the Strathbogie Ranges
 solar energy, particularly in the northern parts of the region
 hydro-electricity related to key water resources
 bioenergy and biofuel generation from waste products, such as agricultural wastes
 other opportunities for local power generation and distribution.

Earth resources, in the form of minerals and quarry products, make a valuable economic and social contribution to the Hume Region. Opportunities to take further advantage of earth resources could support the diversification of the regional economy. Planning for these activities needs to continue to consider environmental and community values and access to markets.

Opportunities to develop minerals and extractive industries should be further explored, supported and managed. Past mining activities in the region have degraded substantial areas of alluvial soils. Minerals and extractive industry activities are now regulated to manage environmental impacts such as potential impacts on ground water.