Yearly Archives: 2015

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Superpower Australia’s Economy A new report from Beyond Zero Emissions, a not-for-profit research and education organisation known for its work designing and implementing a zero emissions economy for Australia, has shown that Australia is perfectly positioned to capitalise on the 28 Trillion dollar renewable energy and efficiency boom between now and 2035! According to the International Energy Agency Australia’s coal sector brought in 0.0021% of […]

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How do energy experts give the gas companies the flick and save hundreds of dollars every year?  Our traditional belief that Gas heating is more environmentally friendly, effective and efficient than using an electric heater is only part true. If we are referring to conventional electric heaters then it is true that it will be cheaper and more environmentally friendly to use gas, however there is […]

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If you’re taking on a renovation in the bathroom, kitchen or laundry, there are a few things you need to think about. Use low flow showerheads and tap fixtures. Halving your flow rate will halve your water heating costs and water heating accounts for approximately 25-30% of your home’s energy use! Plumb the hand basin water into your toilet. The water from washing your hands […]

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Sustainable Home Renovations Homes for a better future I am a professional renovator specialising in sustainable home renovations and I am passionate about creating the change that is required to make Melbourne sustainable. Many people think that to be sustainable means going without – I’m here to dispel that myth. Have you heard of the Tesla Model S? It is an all electric car that […]

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Capturing and reusing the water that falls on our roof and land reduces the impact of flood events, reduces the use of treated drinking water, improves your garden, reduces the impact of droughts and saves money. Here in Melbourne you can expect to capture 644L of water per year for every 1m of roof you have. You can plumb this water directly into your hot […]

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