State Government saves $13 million on energy consumption

The WA Government recently released its 2006/07 Energy Smart Government Report which outlines the energy consumed by its many agencies. This latest report reveals that, since the Energy Smart Government program’s inception in 2001/02, the Government has saved more than $13 million on its energy bill.  More info...

Perth’s ‘greenest’ suburbs

Your suburb may look green – with leafy trees, parks and gardens - but how environmentally friendly is it? A recent analysis by Synergy reveals just which are Perth’s greenest suburbs.  More info...

Pedal power goes electric

With soaring petrol prices, increased pollution and an urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, it makes sense to consider putting your foot on the pedal… a bike pedal that is. One Australian company has developed the ultimate commuter transportation with a range of electric bicycles.  More info...

WA’s office buildings are ‘greenest’

The Western Australian property sector is leading the country in the adoption of the Australian Building Greenhouse Rating (ABGR) tool according to recent analysis. Results showed that WA had more rated buildings with a 4, 4.5 or 5-star rating than any other State.  More info...

Photovoltaics under the spot light

In late 2006, SEDO established a photovoltaic (PV) working group to provide a forum for the Government and industry to work together to identify and address barriers to the uptake of PV systems connected to the SWIS and regional grids. Benefits from the efforts of the working group are already being seen.  More info...
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