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Sustainable Living Space Users’ Guides: March
Posted in Events by Kate Archdeacon on February 25th, 2010
Source: Sustainable Living Space
Users Guide to Solar Hot Water
Presenter : Kevin Fregon
Heating Water for domestic use represents a large part of our home energy use. By installing a solar hot water system, we can make substantial savings to our energy bills as well as making a difference to our ecological footprint. This session will explore a range of issues concerning installing solar hot water systems on your home or apartment.
Wednesday March 3, 7.30pm – 9.30pm
Users Guide to Water Tanks
Presenter: Jenny Francis
Are you considering harvesting rain water by installing a water tank? This is the workshop for you. In this session we will explore the reasons for catching rain water, how to choose the right tank for you, where to locate your tank, as well as installation and flow maintenance issues.
Wednesday March 10, 7.30pm – 9.30pm
Users Guide to Grey Water
Presenter: Jenny Francis
We can reduce our water consumption by reusing our grey water in our garden. There are some limitations to the use of grey water. In this workshop, we will explore the reasons for reusing grey water, the composition of Greywater, Garden friendly grey water, distribution techniques, as well as your plants and grey water.
Wednesday March 17, 7.30pm – 9.30pm
Tags: community, consumption, education, Ringwood, water
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2010 Guide to Ethical Supermarket Shopping
Posted in Research by Kate Archdeacon on February 19th, 2010
Source: Ethical Consumer Guide
The 2010 Guide to Ethical Supermarket Shopping is now available. To help you navigate through the issues connected to your everyday purchases, we’ve not only updated company information, but also added a more detailed rating system, new blurbs, and two new categories — Alcohol and Office Supplies. Order here.
Overview:
The Ethical Consumer Guide has come out of a shared concern that many people although eager to make changes in their buying habits for the better, do not have access to information to make informed choices. The website and accompanying guides, provide information on companies and brands, drawing from existing sources. The information allows evaluation of the social and environmental impact of companies on the earth and our society, and gives insight into the ever-increasing concentration of company and brand ownership.
The guide is specific to Australia. We hope that this ethical buying guide can allow people to not only make wiser choices in their purchases and open up a dialogue with companies, but also come to more fully understand the connection between how we act and what is going on in the world around us.
It is our aim to:
* inform shoppers of more ethical or less ethical choices in their buying
* empower people and create awareness about consumer power
* provide a means for consumers to give feedback to companies and government, and so encourage change
In doing this we seek to make all information:
* freely accessible
* transparent and well sourced
* easy to use for the everyday shopper
Tags: behaviour change, consumption, education, Food
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Toolbox for Environmental Change 2010: Forum
Posted in Movements by Kate Archdeacon on February 15th, 2010
After a decade of action assisting teachers and educators, Victoria’s premier sustainability education forum ‘Toolbox for Environmental Change’ continues to motivate sustainable development in school communities. The 2010 Toolbox will officially launch ResourceSmart Schools and develop attitudes and skills inspiring teachers, students, educators, community partners and school administration to act locally addressing global climate change issues. Forum outcomes will assist Victorians develop more sustainable communities with schools acting as community hubs.
The 2010 forum will explore:
* Action-based learning and teaching tools
* Case studies implemented in schools
* Whole school strategic planning (for teachers, principals and bursars)
* Youth Leadership
* Multidisciplinary curriculum outcomes supporting VELS
Workshops include:
* green technologies in schools (energy,water,waste)
* resource savings create financial savings
* agriculture and biodiversity
* youth leadership
* ecological footprints
* connections to nature
* indigenous perspectives
* arts and sustainability
* sustainable food gardens
* curriculum
* whole school planning for teachers and administrators
* school case studies
* RSS AuSSI Vic
Date: Thursday 18 March 2010
Time: 9am – 5pm, Registrations from 8:15am
Where: Melbourne Museum
Cost: $120 (GST incl) includes resources, lunch & refreshments
For more information, & to register, visit the website.
Greening Australia, Sustainability Victoria and Melbourne Museum are partnering to deliver the forum sponsored by Department of Education and Early Childhood Development and supported by Victorian Association for Environmental Education.
Tags: education, forum, schools, sustainability
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Carbon 101 Briefing: Low-Carbon Economy & Business
Posted in Events by Kate Archdeacon on February 9th, 2010
Source: Climate Action Calendar
Image: larryvincent via flickr CC
Keeping track of current national and international developments towards a low-carbon economy can be challenging. Businesses that understand how the transition to a carbon-constrained economy will impact upon their business operations will not only save money, they will also be better placed to capitalise on new business opportunities. The Carbon 101 information session was developed in response to the requirements of small and medium-sized businesses. The briefing will help you cut through the ‘carbon jargon’. Carbon 101 is an essential guide to measuring and managing your business’s carbon footprint, and identifying opportunities for making environmental and financial savings.
What will be covered:
* Navigating the labyrinth of terms, research, facts and figures.
* An outline of new government regulation and legislation.
* Identifying steps to start reducing carbon emissions immediately.
* An explanation of the effects of a low-carbon economy on small and medium-sized businesses.
* Energy-efficiency information specifically tailored to small and medium-sized enterprises.
2-hour sessions running on: 11/02, 22/03, 16/04, 3/05, 17/05
Venue: 486 Albert Street East Melbourne
Cost: $99/ $82.50 for VECCI Members
Contact: VECCI on 8662 5333, kschnekenburger@vecci.org.au or visit the website for more information.
Tags: business, education, low-carbon
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Sustainable Waste Management: Events for Behaviour Change
Posted in Movements by Kate Archdeacon on February 8th, 2010
Source: Metropolitan Waste Management Group
The Metropolitan Waste Management Group (MWMG) works with organisations and individuals to promote and achieve Sustainable Waste Management. Their objectives are to collaborate with metropolitan Councils, Sustainability Victoria, the Environment Protection Authority, Department of Sustainability and Environment, industry, business and the community to assist metropolitan councils to undertake individual and collective efforts to:
1. Reduce the generation of waste,
2. Maximise the sustainable recovery of materials from waste for reuse, recycling, reprocessing and energy recovery and,
3. Minimise the damage to the environment caused by waste disposal.
4. Plan, coordinate and facilitate metropolitan councils’ procurement of waste management and resource recovery services, and,
5. Strengthen organisational capacity and capability and empower others to deliver waste and resource recovery objectives and priorities
Over the next few months, they are supporting a wide range of events which showcase the breadth of their engagement with behaviour change. At the moment there are three open for registration:
Green Cleaning: Systems to Erase Waste, A Waste Wise Melbourne Network Meeting, February 18
Sita Landfill and Hallam Road Education Centre Tour, March 16
Learn about the latest waste recovery technologies which reduce the amount of household and building waste going to landfill and gain a firsthand insight into the ways that recycling can reduce landfill and costs.
Sustainability Leadership for Changing Times: A 2 Day Workshop & Retreat, May 6&7
Explore the deeper questions of Sustainability Leadership at this time on Earth; Integrate multiple intelligences, with Deep Ecology and ‘Theory U’ processes in a beautiful natural setting; Broaden your horizons, allowing you to relate to your work and your world with new eyes; This learning journey will leave you empowered and inspired to lead as we navigate unprecedented change in our society; Learning from each other, through authentic collaboration, we’ll unearth a confidence that allows for creative response to the crises we face.
Contact Ellen Regos on (03) 8698 9805 or ellen.regos@mwmg.vic.gov.au for more information.
Tags: behaviour change, education, MWMG, waste
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Draughtproof Your Home: Workshop
Posted in Events by Kate Archdeacon on February 5th, 2010
Source: Climate Action Calendar
Image: douglemoine via flickr CC
Draughtproofing is the necessary first step to improving the thermal performance of your home. Draughts reduce the effectiveness of your home’s insulation, and can lead to big energy bills. Effective weather seals on all external doors, brush seals on internal bathroom, toilet and laundry doors, exhaust fan seals and elimination of recessed downlights will all contribute significantly to reducing air leakage. In this workshop presented by Maurice Beinat (EcoMaster), we will explore the many sources of draughts, and what you can do to prevent them.
Thu 11 Feb, 7pm – 9.30pm
Meeting Room 3&4, Ringwood Civic Centre, Braeside Ave, Ringwood
All welcome, Gold Coin appreciated.
Info: Chris or Sue, Nth Ringwood Community House 9876 3421 project@sustainablelivingspace.org.au, or visit the website.
Tags: community, consumption, education, energy
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Resource Efficiency Training: VECCI Course
Posted in Events by Kate Archdeacon on January 21st, 2010
Source: Climate Action Calendar
Environmentally-friendly businesses are those that make a conscious decision to choose sustainable practices. Customers, staff and suppliers increasingly want to work with and for these businesses. Sustainability in the workplace is fast becoming essential to give businesses the competitive edge. This workshop is being run by the Victorian Employers’ Chamber of Commerce & Industry (VECCI) for small and medium-sized businesses that wish to adopt more sustainable practices.
What will be covered:
* A brief overview of relevant environmental legislation.
* Opportunities that can lead to reduced resource use, cost savings and reputational gains.
* An introduction to easy-to-use tools to help you successfully measure water, energy use and waste disposal.
* Communicating your business’s environmental goals to staff and customers.
* Expert assistance with the development of a draft Action Plan to reduce your water, waste and energy use.
Handout: A resource pack that includes case studies, information on grants and funding, and useful contacts for future assistance
This one-day course is on offer during February, March & April. Visit the website for more details.
Tags: business, consumption, education, energy efficiency
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Sustainable Home Renovation or Rejuvenation: Summer Workshop
Posted in Events by Kate Archdeacon on January 11th, 2010
Source: Climate Action Calendar
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Renovating or rejuvenating your home? This is your chance to get things right from the outset, to save money and to minimise household energy requirements into the future. Find out about accreditation schemes, sustainable material choices, and eco-friendly furnishing options. This workshop showcases the sustainable design features, building materials, fittings and furnishings of the newly refurnished EcoHouse.
CERES EcoHouse, presented by CERES and Living Edge
8 Lee Street Brunswick East
Wed, 10 Feb 6.30pm – 8.30pm
Sat, 13 Feb 1pm – 3pm
All welcome; Free; Bookings required – Visit the website for details
Tags: education, innovation, sustainable homes
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Lighting & Appliances: Summer Workshops
Posted in Events by Kate Archdeacon on January 6th, 2010
Source: Climate Action Calendar
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Learn how to reduce your energy consumption, though careful selection and use of lighting and appliances. Demonstrates the latest range of low-energy lighting options, appliance energy rating systems and various tools and techniques for reducing your household energy load.
CERES EcoHouse, presented by EnviroShop
8 Lee Street , Brunswick East
Wed 20 Jan, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Sat 23 Jan 1pm – 3 pm
All welcome; Free; Bookings Required – Visit the website for details
Tags: education, energy, lighting
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Vocational Graduate Certificate in ICT Sustainability
Posted in Movements by Kate Archdeacon on December 21st, 2009
Box Hill Institute are running a new course for Information Technology (IT) professionals who are interested in the sustainability side of IT. Every business runs on a backbone of IT infrastructure and there is so much that can be done – not only to reduce their IT carbon footprint, but also use IT as a tool to reduce carbon output in other areas. The course, the first of its kind in Australia, is the Vocational Graduate Certificate in ICT Sustainability. This Graduate Certificate is unique in that it concentrates on Information & Communications Technology (ICT) aspects of sustainability. The ICT Industry is well placed to be the driving force for change in the new low carbon economy.
As a student in this course, you will develop skills not ordinarily found in a straight IT qualification, that will meet industry’s need for employees with knowledge and awareness of ICT sustainability issues. This is a four-unit postgraduate qualification. Subjects will cover: • General sustainability – looking at current issues and solutions • Green ICT – ICT industry developments to reduce carbon footprint • ICT as an industry enabler to carbon reduction – focusing on how ICT will help other industries to lower their carbon footprints • ICT sustainability business case study – skills to develop business proposals to reduce carbon emissions for business. Students will work in small classes with professionally qualified lecturing staff.
An IT background is a prerequisite to study this course, which runs for 1 year, part time. For further information visit the website.
Tags: behaviour change, education, information technology, sustainability
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