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Green Building Fund Fact Sheet
Did you know that AusIndustry (an Australian Government Initiative) have grants ranging from $50,000 to $500,000 for retro-fitting and retro-commissioning of buildings to reduce base building energy consumption? This includes projects involving common area lighting. For more information see the Green Building Fund Fact Sheet or the AusIndustry website.
Also in the news: Grants project to help buildings go green.

Sanctuary sustainable living with style
Halogen downlights are not only an environmental hazard but can also pose a fire risk if not installed properly. See the Commonwealth Government publication ‘Sanctuary sustainable living with style’ for more information.

Minimum Energy Performance Standards
The plan by the National Appliance and Equipment Energy Efficiency Committee to improve product energy efficiency. An initiative of the Ministerial Council of Energy forming part of The National Greenhouse Strategy.

EnergySmart
Department of Energy, Utilities and Sustainability mulitmedia tutorial "Greenhouse Gas - What's all the Fuss About?". This tutorial is an innovative and inspiring presentation to motivate staff by informing them about the financial and environmental benefits of taking action to save energy.

Maine Compact Fluorescent Lamp Breakage Study Report
A study of mercury emissions from breakage of compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs).

CFL is not the future
What if I accidentally break a fluorescent lamp in my home?