Sustainability initiatives are often focused on corporate Australia, First 5000 brings together an influential group of medium sized businesses creating an opportunity to advance sustainable practices in their section of the market.
Government leadership in carbon footprint reductions would have the dual benefit of setting an example and helping the local green tech industry get established.
Glenn Bevan, Managing Director of Infinity Design Development speaks to Open Forum's Kate Williamson about Enviromesh; winner of the Australian International Design Award for Sustainability 2010.
An energy efficiency task group is currently being established to review the legislation and monitor the establishment of the Building Energy Efficiency Disclosure Bill 2010. Scott Warren thinks they have a unique opportunity.
The 2010 Banksia Awards are now open to entries from business, government and community organisations that have excelled in implementing environmental or sustainable initiatives.