Australia’s clean energy future discussed in European talks
30 April, 2012Australia’s move to a clean energy economy was discussed at the Major Economies Forum on Energy and Climate (MEF) in Rome on 18 April, by federal Parliamentary Secretary for Climate Change and Energy Efficiency Mark Dreyfus.
Toilet roll-rolling the way to improved environmental performance
26 April, 2012In the UK, Sainsbury's is eliminating 500 trucks from the road each year simply by reducing the inner diameter of its toilet rolls.
VicWater Annual Sustainability Seminar
16 April, 2012VicWater’s Annual Sustainability Seminar, now in its 10th year, is to be held on Thursday 3 May 2012 at Etihad Stadium. This year’s theme ‘Balancing Sustainability Investment’ tackles the key issues around how investment in sustainability can be balanced against other priorities.
Carbon Farming Handbook released
16 April, 2012The recently released Carbon Farming Handbook will provide a wealth of information to landholders, farmers, waste operators and other clean energy businesses wanting to participate in the Carbon Farming Initiative (CFI).
Australia and EU to link Emissions Trading Schemes
12 April, 2012The Australian Government and the European Union (EU) have, during bilateral talks in Brussels, confirmed their strong commitment to working towards linking their Emissions Trading Schemes (ETS).
Clean Energy Regulator begins operations
12 April, 2012Australia has moved one step closer to a clean energy future since the Clean Energy Regulator commenced operations on 2 April.
CEO of GBCA joins world green building leaders
03 April, 2012The CEO of the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA), Romilly Madew, has been elected onto the Board of Directors of the World Green Building Council (WorldGBC).
Off grid housing community for Taupo
02 April, 2012The New Zealand Clean Energy Centre has been investigating the feasibility of an off grid housing community in Taupo. Homes would be heated either via geothermal or biomass. Electricity would be supplied via solar and wind. Wastewater would be drip irrigated to energy crops which provide future fuel for the community. Water would be supplied via rainwater collection.
Make My City Work campaign launched
28 March, 2012Australia’s leading green building organisation, the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA), has applauded the launch of the new ‘Make My City Work’ campaign.
Climate Commission role clarified
13 March, 2012There has been some confusion in the media recently regarding the role of the Climate Commission. The following statement is intended to clarify its role.
Rewards set to get more farmers recycling
13 March, 2012New Zealand’s leading rural recycling program is running a rewards initiative this autumn to encourage more farmers to recycle. The Agrecovery Rural Recycling Programme is offering 10 rural retailer vouchers to the value of $500 as an incentive to ensure famers and growers protect the environment.
Thinking green cities
08 March, 2012The Think Green Cities started yesterday and runs until 7 March 2012 at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre. The conference, co-hosted by the Green Building Council of Australia and Property Council of Australia, is bringing together the industry’s leading green thinkers, industry experts and manufacturers for three days of green building conversation, innovation and collaboration.
Restrictions on ‘Design’ ratings strengthen Green Star
08 March, 2012From 1 January 2013, Green Star - Design ratings will be valid for two years, as the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) introduces time restrictions to strengthen the robustness of Australia’s environmental rating system for buildings.
Clean Technology Investment Programs information sessions
06 March, 2012Manufacturers can learn how to apply for the $1 billion Clean Technology Investment Programs at a series of information sessions hosted by AusIndustry around Australia. The sessions will help manufacturers and business operators interested in applying for assistance under the programs.
GBCA welcomes new rating system for sustainable infrastructure
01 March, 2012The Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) has welcomed the introduction of the nation’s first rating scheme for sustainable infrastructure projects. The Infrastructure Sustainability Rating Scheme, launched by the Australian Green Infrastructure Council (AGIC), comprises a rating tool, assessment process and education and training programs.
