The State government on Monday introduced the Karnataka Water Supply and Sewerage System (Amendment) Bill, 2009 in the Legislative Assembly, to make rain water harvesting mandatory in Bangalore. All structures both residential and commercial constructed on 30/40 ft and above dimension plots, should install rain water harvesting system within 9 months from the date of [...]
The Age reported yesterday that Victorian’s water bills will increase by 51 to 64 percent over the next 4 years. The water price rises, approved by the Essential Service Commission, will help supliment water saving measures by the Victorian Government. The Government’s water saving measures will include the Sugarloaf and North-South piplines, Eastern Treatment Plant [...]
This is probably not something you’d do to the new Beamer sitting in the driveway but if you’ve got an early 90′s or even 80′s car sitting around, then you might like to try a little DIY and have a crack at converting your car to electric energy. This Guide to Converting your Car To [...]
If you’re thinking of installing a rainwater tank to harvest rainwater, use the checklist below to ensure you get the best out of your rain water tank. Make sure you roof is suitable for collecting rainwater. Reduce the amount of debris that will end up in your tank by installing gutter mesh. Fit gutter outlets [...]
Here’s a great guide that will help you create a sustainable living environment in your home. This book will teach you how to: Understanding why you should Go Green; Learning to adapt your lifestyle to benefit the planet; How and What to Recycle to save our resources; Reduce the amount of waste in landfills; Help [...]
Who wants to DIY a solar hot water systems and save? Australian’s are lucky enough to be able to claim a rebate on Solar Hot Water Systems, but for those who like to DIY and build their own solar water heater, here’s a book that might help. This easy step by step guide will show [...]
The Age reports that water rates will double by 2011 due to increases is charges by Melbourne Water to water retailers. New water infrastructure programs such as a desalination plant and the north south pipline will significanty bump up water rates. The Age also reports that this week water storage levels in the state fell [...]
Dr Peter Fisher writes about desalination plant alternatives for Melbourne’s water woes in The Age today. The article title “Big solutions for our water needs will use more energy” explains the energy hungry nature of desalination plants and puts forward some innovative alternatives to water production. Read the full article at The Age.
The NSW Government has extended rebates for solar hot water systems rain water and tanks until 2011. You can now claim up to $2,800 solar hot water systems and $2,000 for rainwater tanks, through a combination of state and federal rebates. Check out the NSW Dep’t Environment & Climate Change website .
Apple had just released what their claiming to be the most energy efficient desktop PC in the world. The new green Mac Mini uses 45% less energy at idle than it’s predecessor using just 13 Watts per hour. Apple are also touting the following green PC stats: FR-free PVC-free (internal cables) Highly recyclable aluminium and [...]
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