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Tag: NSW Government
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Consult Australia to host diversity-focused leadership forum
Consult Australia is inviting HVAC&R professionals to its leadership forum, to be held in Barangaroo in Sydney on Thursday May 9, 2024.
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NSW Climate Change Bill
The NSW government has introduced a bill that enshrines in law the state’s emissions reduction targets – and that establishes an independent Net Zero Commission to help hit those targets. Titled the Climate Change (Net Zero Future) Bill 2023, it supports the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by at least 50 per cent by 2030, […]
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Women in construction: Have your say
The NSW government is collecting feedback from female construction workers to improve working conditions in the industry. Only 13 per cent of the construction industry in New South Wales is made up of women, and a recent survey showed 12 per cent of respondents identify as women within the industry nationally. The survey aims to […]
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NSW government targets women in trades
The NSW government plans to invest more than $20 million over three years to attract more women into the construction industry, hoping to see women in 15 per cent of trade and non-traditional roles by 2030. The Women in Construction Industry Innovation Program (IIP) is a grant funding initiative that aims to deliver projects aligned […]
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New guide to electrifying existing buildings
The Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) has released A Practical Guide to Electrification for Existing Buildings. Developed in partnership with Cundall and with funding from the Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) and NSW government, the guide provides a step-by-step outline of how to retrofit an existing building to be all-electric. It covers the types […]
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NSW heeds calls to defer licence deadline
After an intense series of meetings with stakeholders from the HVAC&R industry, the NSW government is set to push the implementation of the new mechanical services licence back from October 1, 2022, to March 1, 2023. The exception to this will be the medical gas licence, which will go ahead as planned at the end […]
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New mech services licensing coming to NSW
The NSW government is preparing to implement a new licensing system for mechanical services in October 2022. The changes were prompted by the need for medical gases licensing, but also include provisions that impact mechanical services workers across refrigeration, air conditioning and plumbing. The Building Amendment (Mechanical Services and Medical Gas Work) Bill 2020 amends […]
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GBCA releases guide to an all-electric future
The Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) has published a guide that presents a compelling case for moving away from gas in new buildings – and lays out a straightforward method for doing so. Launched at the GBCA’s recent TRANSFORM conference, A Practical Guide to Electrification outlines the steps involved in delivering an all-electric new […]
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Concrete steps to manage embodied carbon
As scrutiny of embodied carbon increases, the NSW government has announced that it will fund the investigation and development of a world-leading framework for measuring, benchmarking and certifying emissions from construction and building materials. Carbon emissions from materials used in construction, such as steel and cement, are expected to become the largest source of carbon […]
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NSW invests $750 million in industrial net zero program
NSW has announced a $750 million program to promote low-emission industries and drive the state towards its 2050 net zero target. Energy Minister Matt Kean says the Net Zero Industry and Innovation Program is about co-investing with industry to reduce carbon emissions and develop low-emissions technologies for the future. “NSW was one of the first […]
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NSW announces $79m renewable energy zone
The New South Wales government has unveiled a $79m plan to develop a Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) in the New England region in the north of the state. The 8,000MW REZ is expected to create more than 3,000 jobs and generate enough power for 3.5 million homes. The main purpose of the REZ is to […]
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NSW offers discounts for energy efficient AC
Households and small businesses in New South Wales could receive discounts of up to $1,000 when they install an energy efficient air conditioning unit. The program is part of the Climate Change Fund initiative, and is designed to encourage people to buy high-efficiency units. It was announced by Premier Gladys Berejiklian in September 2017 as part […]
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Sydney Fish Market casts $250m green line
The Sydney Fish Market has announced plans for a $250m development with ambitions to achieve a 5 Star Green Star rating from the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA). Located in close proximity to the CBD at the head of Blackwattle Bay, the renowned market and tourist attraction hopes to revitalise the area while prioritising […]
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Reduce your HVAC costs
The NSW government is holding a webinar on November 7 about reducing business HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) costs. HVAC creates significant costs that businesses need to consider. Improving HVAC performance through control systems can result in immediate benefits. The webinar will give practical advice on: Identifying the major components of an HVAC system at […]
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NSW: Introduction to energy management training sessions
The NSW Office of Environment and Heritage is holding Introduction to energy management courses across New South Wales. The cost of energy and the efficiency of its use have become major factors in operating any business. The course consists of two 30 minute online components and a half-day workshop. Before attending the workshop, the online […]
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NSW residents are given the “Power to Save”
In 2017, the Energy Affordability Package was announced to save NSW households and small businesses hundreds of dollars a year off their energy bills. The package includes rebates, upgrades to appliances and equipment, access to training resources and the removal of exit fees when changing energy retailers, so consumers are free to choose the best […]
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The 2017-18 ESS Rule changes have been gazetted
The NSW government has amended the Energy Savings Scheme (ESS) Rule to incorporate the 2017–2018 annual Rule updates. The Energy Savings Scheme (Amendment No.1) Rule 2018 in the NSW Government Gazette was recently published, and a consolidated version of the ESS Rule is available for download. The amendments to the ESS Rule include: updates to […]