Three of Australia’s leading property companies have added their names to a growing chorus of businesses and councils committing to zero net carbon emissions in their portfolios by 2030. These industry heavyweights will also serve … about Industry Leaders Drive Sustainability Efforts
Green Building
Old Building Materials Find a New Life
For eco-conscious projects, using recycled materials or materials with a proportion of recycled content is a fundamental strategy. When the recycling process itself is a low-energy one, it results in a major win in terms … about Old Building Materials Find a New Life
Why Net Zero Homes are the Next Big Thing for Smart Resi Builders
The Victorian Government recently announced a grant of $2.18 million as part of a pilot Net Zero Homes project that will see Stockland, Metricon Homes and SJD Homes deliver showcase energy-efficient homes in key Melbourne … about Why Net Zero Homes are the Next Big Thing for Smart Resi Builders
Putting Construction Waste in its Place
With Australia’s population predicted to exceed 40 million by 2050, the amount of waste the country produces could easily surpass 100 million tonnes. And with a third of the waste from construction sites ending up … about Putting Construction Waste in its Place
U.S. Cities Leading the Way in LEED-Certified Construction
Environmentally conscious construction has made leaps and bounds over the last decade, with more companies focusing their efforts on designing buildings with an eye on sustainability. The widest used rating system for green building is … about U.S. Cities Leading the Way in LEED-Certified Construction
Turning Old Plastic into New Footpaths
In 2016, the Victorian Government recognised it had a problem with waste, estimating that in that state alone, around 170,00 tonnes of flexible plastics is recycled and another 153,000 tonnes end up in landfills each … about Turning Old Plastic into New Footpaths
Burwood Brickworks Aims to be the World’s Most Sustainable Retail Centre
In late January, the first sod was turned on the residential component of a Melbourne development, ie a soon-to-be world leader in sustainability. Burwood Brickworks is an integrated community comprising mixed housing, open space and … about Burwood Brickworks Aims to be the World’s Most Sustainable Retail Centre
Green Construction is More than Just a Trend
We’ve seen leaps and bounds in energy-efficient construction in recent years as developers look to reduce their carbon footprint and save money on energy costs. Some buildings even generate more energy than they produce (known … about Green Construction is More than Just a Trend
Inspiring Projects from the 2017 Timber Design Awards
Timber can do so much more than framing, formwork, architectural features, and finishes. The winners of this year’s 2017 Timber Design Awards are the perfect proof it can be the structural and aesthetic star of … about Inspiring Projects from the 2017 Timber Design Awards
How to Build a Carbon Neutral Building
There’s a growing buzz about carbon neutral buildings, especially since the Australian federal government has recently defined a standard for them under the National Carbon Offset Standard. But how exactly do you build one? Jobsite … about How to Build a Carbon Neutral Building
