Geelong Sustainability

Acting together for a sustainable future - Sustainability is about making sure the social, economic and environmental needs of our community are met and kept healthy for future generations. As an agency of the Victorian Government, Sustainability Victoria has a simple goal: to integrate sustainability into all aspects of Victorian life so that living sustainably forms part of what we all do every day."

"The City of Sydney is embarking on the construction of Australia's largest rooftop solar installation, following an announcement of a plan to install a 1,250KWp (kilowatt peak) solar photovoltaic system across 30 rooftop sites within the Sydney city boundary."

"Everyone has a role to play in reducing greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change. Choosing an energy efficient appliance is one way to do this while saving money."

"..... an Australian Bureau of Statistics survey of Victorian households' energy and water use skewers the myth that solar panels are mostly going up on the roofs of the well-off. The survey found income had little effect on solar take-up."

"GEELONG'S LEADING SUSTAINABILITY, CLIMATE CHANGE AND INNOVATIVE ENVIRONMENTAL INITIATIVES."

"Power Meter Description The Power Meter is simple to use, simply plug it into any powerpoint and then plug your appliance into the meter and it will automatically show you the power the appliance is using."

Solar subsidies cost German consumers billions of dollars a year and are widely regarded as inefficient. Even environmentalists are concerned that Berlin's focus on solar comes at the detriment of other renewables. But the solar industry has a powerful lobby, and politicians have proven powerless to resist.

Watch the TV ad featuring some of Australia's most respected leaders speaking up on why they're proud Australia is tackling climate change.

"The Ecological Footprint calculators have a number of functions and roles. Depending on how detailed and accurate an estimation you want, you can spend anything between ten minutes and several hours calculating your Ecological Footprint. "

"Story of Stuff Project"

"Traditionally known for their low cost furniture and sustainable ethos, Swedish furniture giant IKEA has introduced thin-film solar panels to their UK stores in partnership with Hanergy Holding Group Limited."

Consumers could save up to 10 per cent on power bills thanks to a new energy saving solution designed by two PhD students at the University of Sydney. The MyPower Energy Platform allows users to monitor the power consumption of individual appliances and determines the best times to use them.

Calendar of events at the Wheeler Centre

Been toying with the idea of using Augmented Reality in your classroom or library? Here's your chance to use the latest in AR to excite your students and get them looking at environmental issues through a new lens, then lens of their smart phone, iPad or tablet. If you are looking for a super #edtech way to engage your students, I have just the thing for you this World Environment Day - June 5. How about  a 700 x 1156 pixel poster which when scanned with the Augmented Reality (AR) app Layar will display rich  media elements.

"Sustainable House Day 2011"

"How to use a power meter "

"Discover Australian, sustainable architecture in action."

"Micro-algae - future fuel for rural Australia"

"Ecovantage is a trusted source for assessments, recommendations and rebates. "

"he Climate Project Australia, the Australian branch of Al Gore's climate change leadership program, is a non-profit organization founded in November 2006. TCP's mission is to educate the public about the harmful effects of climate change and to work toward solutions at a grassroots level worldwide."