We are Australia’s flagship sustainability program for office-based businesses

We help office-based businesses reduce their carbon emissions by mapping a pathway to net zero and connecting them with others on the journey.

How CitySwitch can help you succeed

It can be hard to know where to start, information sources to trust, and how to structure your sustainability efforts for the best return on investment.

CitySwitch is a free program run by the City of Sydney and the City of Melbourne. We can help your organisation:

calculate baseline emissions and prepare for mandatory climate reporting
improve waste systems and reduce waste going to landfill
reduce energy use and electrify building assets
improve supply chain sustainability
motivate employees and gain senior executive support.

Who can join

CitySwitch is a free program for all office–based businesses in the City of Sydney and City of Melbourne local government areas. If your business is located outside these areas you can still access guides and other resources.

Our members span many sectors – finance, law, engineering, property, construction, government, advertising, media, technology, architecture, health and more.

We support small to medium-sized businesses starting out on their net zero journey, as well as larger organisations preparing for mandatory climate reporting.

Why join CitySwitch

These are the key reasons our members often cite for joining CitySwitch.

Being a member of a government supported program can improve brand image and tender prospects. Customers are increasingly looking for credible sustainability credentials
One-on-one support from a program manager
Gain the structure, knowledge and accountability needed to accelerate climate action and feel confident about climate reporting
50% administration fee discount for NABERS ratings
Detailed waste report
Connection to businesses, suppliers and organisations to support your journey

Our approach

We create resources and host events to help businesses reach milestones at each point of this net zero pathway.

See resources

Discover EML’s award-winning approach

A long-time CitySwitch member, EML cut emissions in its George Street office by 30%. Learn why EML joined CitySwitch, the key to its success and what the EML team is most proud of.

Being involved in the Climate Clever pilot has been invaluable in kick-starting our attempts to measure a baseline and learn about scopes 1, 2 and 3

Jason Boulter

Environmental and Social Responsibility Manager
Globe International
Being a CitySwitch Signatory is so powerful as it provides us with the knowledge to join the bits and pieces together, and turn it in to real action.

Francis Stockwell

Group Facilities Services Manager
TSA Australia
It was a great workshop. It encouraged me to explore further and strengthen my knowledge around scope 3 emissions and sustainability in general.

Alex Lama

Sustainability Coordinator
Frasers Property Australia
CitySwitch gives us the opportunity to connect with and learn from other members.Through CitySwitch we can ensure that our programs are aligned with best practice.

Marcus Ross

Senior Manager Community and Sustainability
Clayton Utz
Simply moving to paper straws isn’t going to do the job. CitySwitch helped us understand what additional actions we can take for additional impact.

Joseph Montgomery

Associate Supply Chain Director ANZ
Boston Scientific
Grassroots change, not just a badge. CitySwitch has always been there for anything we want to pursue. They're there as a partner providing free services that are valued by the business community. They support, guide and provide information, in a very collaborative environment.

Sue Coles

Architect, Baenziger Coles

Explore more

Have a chat with our program mangers to learn how your business could benefit from being part of the CitySwitch community.

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