Canberra cyclist to ride 4,500 km for renewable energy
Pedal Power member Gregory Andrews is today embarking on an inspiring 4,500 km solo journey from Cottesloe Beach in Western Australia to Bondi Beach in Sydney. Gregory’s #eBike4Australia initiative aims to promote the benefits of renewable energy and to raise funds for renewable energy systems to support regional and remote communities.
Independent MP Kate Chaney will wave Gregory off at Cottesloe Beach and he will be joined at the beginning of his first leg by local Perth cyclists from WestCycle, Pedal Power’s sister organisation in WA. Gregory will rely on community generosity to recharge his ebike and will stop in local communities along the way to discuss the vital role renewable energy can play in addressing climate change and energy poverty.
“I hope to raise $100 per kilometre, which could fund 45 10kW rooftop solar systems for organisations such as women’s shelters, rural fire services, First Nations community health centres, and schools,” Gregory said. “Renewable energy systems can alleviate energy costs and help these communities become more self-sufficient.”
Supporters can follow Gregory's progress on social media @LyrebirdDream and through the hashtag #eBike4Australia. For more information or to donate to Gregory’s renewable energy fundraising campaign, visit his website.
Gregory will be coming through the ACT in late September so keep an eye out for updates from us. He’d really appreciate the support of local cyclists who might wish to join him as he rides through the Canberra region.
