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LED lighting update
In October last year CarbonetiX started an independent evaluation of LED lights as a substitute for fluorescent lighting. LEDs, standing for light-emitting diodes, have previously been commonly used for other purposes such as for low energy indicator lights on household ...
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Seven examples of Climate Positive Action for World Environment Day
Once you start listening for climate positive stories or examples you’ll find lots to be inspired by. I’ve heard quite a few of them over the last 18 days. Here are seven quick examples of organisations that have saved money ...
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Which Solar Hot Water Heating System?
(Part Two) The first part of this topic was published on the 8th of May. Flat Plate Solar Collectors Flat panel (aka flat plate) collectors work on the principle of copper pipes running through a glass covered collector, often connected to a ...
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Get a solar system for FREE – but only in the next couple of weeks – and don’t think its going to save the planet!
The federal government's $8,000 rebate to householders installing a PV system runs out on 30 June. Time is running out if you want to take advantage of the rebate, which you are eligible for you if you own a home ...
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Energy saving opportunities in dynamic office spaces
During energy audits, our team often finds situations where walls or partitions have been moved or an extension has been added to a building and the electrical and mechanical services have not been considered. This leads to reduced occupancy comfort ...
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Climate Positive Diet – Belgium’s Ghent leads the way
If you know much about climate change you'll know that cows and sheep produce a lot of greenhouse gas. In fact a cow can produce around 200 litres of methane a day, and methane has global warming potential 23 times ...
