Is your local council linked to the ‘CitySwitch’ program?

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Is your local council linked to the ‘CitySwitch’ program?

‘CitySwitch’ is a high-value, no-cost advisory service which helps commercial office tenants to improve office energy efficiency and save money.

The ultimate aim is to help businesses to reduce energy operating costs by achieving a 4-star or higher NABERS energy rating. They have also been at the forefront in the push for ‘green leases’.

The program aims to:City Switch Logoeducate businesses through the provision of toolkits, workbooks, case studies and site tours

  • show companies how to speed up the uptake of energy efficiency practices and investments
  • celebrate and reward leadership and achievement in energy efficiency through its annual awards and ongoing member promotions.

This structured approach to planning and implementing energy efficiency projects, saves participants time and money.

A number of councils are now involved in the ‘CitySwitch’ program including the City of Sydney, North Sydney Council, Willoughby City Council, City of Melbourne, Adelaide City Council, and the City of Perth.

Currently, 721 tenancies covering over 2,879,273 sqm in these various municipalities, have committed to the CitySwitch program.  For more information about their work, visit CitySwitch.net.au

For specific information about best practice leasing, visit the CitySwitch pages at EnergyCut.info/city-switch-leases

 

Tyres 4 U, VIC

Tyres 4 U is the major co-tenant of a purpose-built, energy efficient facility, Keysborough Spec 1. The project was developed by the facility’s owner, Australand.

 

“By future-proofing the facility, we can help tenants offset the costs of rising energy prices,” said Paolo Bevilacqua, Australand’s Sustainability Manager.

 

Compared to their previous premises, the businesses who moved into this energy efficient facility are experiencing far lower energy bills.

 

“Our work in this area offers a real point of difference. This type of development is an investment that allows us to test new ideas that will improve energy efficiency,” said Paolo.[1]

 

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