Regional program promotes energy efficiency

If you live or work in regional Western Australia, in an area located outside the main electricity grid, you may be eligible for a range of energy saving incentives under the Regional Energy Efficiency Program.  More info...

Wind turbines for Coral Bay

New wind turbines that can be lowered to the ground during extreme weather conditions have been installed at Coral Bay.  More info...

Bioenergy in the Avon

A new report on bioenergy has identified a potential export market and a range of potential employment and business opportunities for the Avon region.  More info...

5 Star Plus – A new standard in sustainable housing

The introduction of 5 Star building standards were positively received by both industry and the community in May 2006. This month, the Western Australian Government is taking its commitment to sustainable housing one step further, with the introduction of 5 Star Plus.  More info...

Energy efficiency award for biomedical research facility

The University of WA’s new biomedical research facility at Shenton Park has recently received numerous awards including the SEDO Excellence in Energy Efficiency Award which was given as part of the 2007 Master Builders Association (MBA) WA awards.  More info...

Report sheds new light on street lighting in WA

With nearly 200,000 street lights located around Western Australia, their energy efficiency is of growing concern as our country addresses greenhouse gas emissions. Finding a balance between good visibility and energy efficiency is important and after three years of research and trials, independent engineering company Sage Consulting Engineers has released a report on street lighting in Western Australia.  More info...
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