Whether opting to take public transport for your morning commute or ensuring that every little bit of waste you throw out is correctly recycled, positive attitudes towards green city living have been increasing in recent years – especially for those with a keen interest in environmentalism.
Of course, while eco-conscious initiatives and green measures are certainly more prominent in cities around the globe, the larger the urban space, the harder it can be for local government bodies to encourage the broader development of nature-friendly infrastructure without causing significant disruptions to its residents.
However, when we step away from the largest cities and turn towards the countless small urban centres that dot every country, it’s pretty clear that the smaller stature of these areas makes introducing sustainable and green actions far more feasible.
With this in mind, the energy experts at Compare the Market Australia took a looking into which small cities in Australia could be considered the greenest in the country.
The study analysed cities under 100,000 residents, assessing a range of environmental and lifestyle factors including access to green spaces, renewable energy adoption, EV charging availability, public transport scores, air quality, and walkability.
While Penrith topped the list with 100 out of 100 points, its our very own city of Armidale which is shining a light on the New England.
Armidale came in 11th place, scoring a 73.02 points out of 100 overall. Highlights include coming in 3rd for walkability and scoring a 7.69 out of 10 for alternative transportation.
Here are the 15 greenest small cities in Australia, as detailed in the study:
NSW shines in results
NSW leads the nation, with seven cities in the top 10 highlighting the state’s growing focus on sustainability at the local level.
NSW’s cities generally exhibiting strong performance in renewable energy and alternative transport, indicating a statewide push for sustainable infrastructure.
You can access the full report here: https://www.comparethemarket.com.au/energy/features/greenest-small-cities/.
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