Sustainability and climate change
Get involved in council's sustainable living programs: living smart and energy conservation. Find out what you can do to combat climate change.
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Council is taking action to address climate change. See what's happening and find out how you can be involved.
Learn how council measures and tracks its sustainability performance.
Find out how to become sustainable and make a profit.
Sunshine Coast design is a resource to help plan and design homes, buildings, parks, public spaces, streets and neighbourhoods on the Sunshine Coast using a set of simple and accessible values and design principles.
Check out our environment and liveability strategy.
In our Sunshine Coast Biosphere, we celebrate people and nature. The Sunshine Coast Biosphere is our commitment to a sustainable future. The Biosphere is a way of life, caring for our environment, creating thriving communities and growing our local economy.
In 2026, the Sunshine Coast International Dark Sky Reserve was officially designated through the International Dark Sky Places Program. This special recognition demonstrates our shared commitment to protecting the night sky and keeping our stars bright for the future.
Proudly, this is Queensland’s first International Dark Sky Reserve!
On the Sunshine Coast we're lucky to have access to fantastic stargazing spots and experience the wonder of a sky filled with stars.
How prepared are you for our changing climate on the Sunshine Coast?
Climate resilience resources for Sunshine Coast residents