Energy & Resources

When reviewing your hot water system for energy reduction, consideration needs to be given to not only the amount of energy used for human consumption and the efficiency of the heating plant.

Heliocol Solar P/L, the sole importer and distributor of Heliocol solar pool heating systems in Australia, recently opened a new warehouse in Melbourne.

The top notch establishment, Varsity Towers provides purpose built accommodation for students at Bond University on the Gold Coast.

The simple task of turning on the lights is becoming increasingly complex as the environmental impact of energy waste comes under the spotlight.

Hilton Worldwide has announced the 2011 results of LightStay, the company’s proprietary sustainability measurement system.

The network and market charges are regulated costs that account for approximately 52% of an electricity invoice for a business.

As the pressure to save energy and cut costs increases, accommodation owners and operators need to look for ways to better manage their energy use.

Building on almost two decades of best-in-class performance in sustainable development, Accor is taking its commitment to sustainability to a higher level with the launch of Planet 21, a comprehensive sustainable development program involving environmental, social and community support programs.

Accommodation complexes consume massive amounts of energy and use 50% more energy than a similar sized residential building despite having only 65-75% occupancy rates on average.

South Australia’s Adelaide Convention Centre is endeavouring to reduce waste from exhibitions going into landfill and has increased recycling and reuse of these materials.