Sustainability will now be a measure of office building quality

The Property Council of Australia recently announced that, for the first time in the history of Australia’s office market, environmental ratings are to be included in the measure of building quality.  More info...

More WA schools join solar program

Energy Minister Francis Logan recently announced the next group of schools to receive funding through the State Government’s Solar Schools Program.  More info...

Bioenergy - A Growth Opportunity for Energy and the Environment

Bioenergy Australia is holding its annual conference this year in Fremantle from December 5 – 8. The Sustainable Energy Development Office is sponsoring this event which will feature speakers from Government, Parliament, research centres and the private sector covering a range of topics dealing with Government policy, research findings, case studies, and emerging opportunities in bioenergy.  More info...

Equipment Energy Efficiency (E3) program releases 2005 Achievements Report

The E3 program is expected to deliver economic benefits to Australian consumers of $4.8 billion by 2020. With massive environmental benefits anticipated as well, it’s a program that is destined to change the way we choose and use our electrical equipment.  More info...

Sustainable House Day showcased cool homes

This year’s Sustainable House Day was again a huge success with hundreds of homes across Australia and New Zealand opening their doors to the public.  More info...

Hydrogen buses reap positive outcomes

It’s now two years since three hydrogen fuel buses took to Perth streets as part of a $15 million trial. The buses have produced positive outcomes for all parties involved and there’s no doubt that one of the winners is the environment.  More info...

Australian buildings need to be greener

Global sustainability experts say that Australia’s building services industry needs to take a ‘greener’ approach to commercial buildings.  More info...
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