Source: State of Victoria Local Government 2
The City of Greater Bendigo is hosting an information session on Environmentally Sustainable Design which offers practical ways to make new and older homes more energy efficient.
The free session is taking place from 5.15pm to 6.30pm (for a 5.30 start) on Thursday July 23 at La Trobe Art Institute, 121 View Street, Bendigo.
This information session is suitable for people planning to build a new home and for existing homeowners who want to reduce energy wastage and lower running costs.
Hear from experts about the options available to improve energy efficiency. It will be followed by a Q&A.
All new homes built in Victoria must achieve a seven-star energy rating and this is achieved with Environmentally Sustainable Design.
Manager Strategic Planning Anthony Petherbridge said it was an invaluable session for homeowners planning to build a new home and for those seeking effective environmental improvements to an existing home.
“With rising energy costs, this session offers many simple but cost-effective actions that help make your home more energy efficient,” Mr Petherbridge said.
“Heating, cooling, hot water, appliances, cooking, lighting, home entertainment, and the building itself all contribute to energy wastage and that leads to constant high running costs.
“This is an opportunity to make practical improvements to be more energy efficient at home all year round.”