Industry Partners
The following organisations embody the spirit of ecospecifier's aims and goals, and we are proud to be associated with them. Please visit and support these organisations.
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ALTERNATIVE TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATION The Alternative Technology Association (ATA), is a not-for-profit organisation that has been promoting the use of renewable energy, water conservation and sustainable building since 1980. The ATA has over 5500 members across Australia and New Zealand, who are actively walking the talk in their own homes. ATA promotes sustainable living and technologies through its publications including ReNew: technology for a sustainable future and Sanctuary: modern, green homes magazines found on newsstands across Australia and internationally. ATA is unique in its ability to provide extensive, independent information about sustainable homes, water conversation and green energy to homeowners, government and industry alike. Become a member of the ATA and gain access to a large support network of knowledgeable people and receive a range of privileges to help you achieve your sustainability dreams.
Receive a 15% discount on ATA business and individual memberships. To claim your discount join by calling ATA on (03) 9639 1500. |
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AUSTRALIAN SOLAR ENERGY SOCIETY The Australian Solar Energy Society (AuSES) is dedicated to the promotion of solar and related R&D and the adoption of Solar Energy; compiling and disseminating information on solar and complementary technologies; education programs; and lobbying. AuSES is a not for profit organisation tracing its history back to 1954. Its primary membership consists of academia, solar related companies, research and development organisations, users, community groups and private citizens. AuSES is an affiliate Section of ISES, the International Solar Energy Society. . |
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ArchiTeam Co-operative Ltd (AT) is a not-for-profit co-operative established in 1992 specifically to assist small architectural practices. All members hold a share in the co-operative and are entitled to vote and to stand for office as a director. Members are expected to actively participate in the activities of the co-operative. AT offer a range of member services for architects and their practices. Member benefits:
For more information contact the AT Office on 02 9329 0033 or visit www.architeam.net.au |
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The Australian Window Association is made up of over 450 window manufacturers and industry suppliers throughout Australia. Members of the association have products tested to Australian Standard AS2047. You can be confident that products are made to withstand Australian conditions when purchasing from an AWA member. Don't risk costly replacement of non compliant products that are not suited to Australian conditions. The AWA also run the Window Energy Rating Scheme (WERS). WERS rates the energy performance of window products, with up to 40% of a home’s energy for cooling or heating being lost or gained through windows, improving their thermal performance reduces energy costs and Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions. The WERS website has over 60,000 custom rated window products to enable the right selection for your building in any climate zone. www.wers.net For more information visit www.awa.org.au |
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BOVIS LEND LEASE (MEA) Bovis Lend Lease is on the worlds leading project and construction management companies operating in more than 30 countries worldwide and employing over 8500 people. Using industry best practices, we work with clients to create high quality, sustainable property assets and are committed to operating incident and injury free wherever we have a presence. Our in depth knowledge of local markets, procurement systems and regulations together with our global resources enable us to deliver the most complex of projects from concept through to completion focusing on value added services across a wide range of sectors with a strong commitment to health, safety and sustainability. |
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The Building Designers Association of Australia is the peak coordinating body for Building Designers Associations in Australia. The Association is recognised as a proactive leader on issues affecting the built environment and the building industry.
Estimates indicate that Building Designers prepare about 80% of all documentation submitted to Councils for Building Approval. On average, each member designs and documents building work to the value of about $7 million every year. This is a staggering total of $10 billion dollars per annum, or about 40% (by value) of all building work in Australia. |
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BUILDING DESIGNERS ASSOCIATION OF NSW The Building Designers Association (BDANSW) of NSW is a dynamic organisation whose members have proven technical and design competencies. They design residential, multi-residential, commercial and industrial buildings providing clients with the expertise in design and documentation to meet all the stringent requirements of local government building approval. BDA of NSW has long held the view that a commitment to ESD is an integral part of their role as designers and creators of the built environment, members are bound by a Code of Ethics and encouraged to operate at the highest professional level at all times. |
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BUILDING DESIGNERS ASSOCIATION OF QUEENSLAND
The Building Designers' Association of Qld Inc (BDAQ) represents an active group of building designers who are keen to uphold their responsibilities to the consumer and to the profession, promoting the dignity and reputation of the profession with perseverance, tact and impartiality whilst attaining the highest standards for the |
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BUILDING DESIGNERS ASSOCIATION OF VICTORIA The Building Designers Association of Victoria is the peak industry body representing more than 1,200 building design professionals in Victoria. The BDAV a not-for-profit organisation, managed by a committee of volunteers from amongst the membership, whose objective is to offer cost-effective, quality, membership services and benefits to meet the needs of its membership. BDAV members are in high demand, and are involved in a diverse range of projects, including the design of residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, and all other types of buildings. In Victoria, building designers are responsible for the design of more than 80% of residential developments, including units, apartments, and project homes. Building designers carry out a broad range of roles in the design process including pre-design services, site analysis, schematic design, design development, contract documentation and contract administration. For more information, visit: www.bdav.org.au |
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DesignBUILD Commercial, 3 – 5 November 2010, Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre DesignBUILD Commercial will make an exciting return to Perth 3 – 5 November this year. Held at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, the expo is expected to attract over 120 exhibitors, with over 4,000 visitors set to walk through to doors. Showcasing products relative to the vast commercial interests in the Perth region, the show is a must attend event for those in the commercial property sector, mining industries and general building community. If there was a better way to be designing and building more cost-efficient, sustainable projects – shouldn’t you know about it? For further details and to register online for free entry visit www.designbuildexpo.com.au |
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ECO-Buy Limited is a not for profit Centre of Excellence in Environmental Purchasing, established to protect and enhance the environment by encouraging the purchasing of environmentally preferable (green) products and services. With over 10 years of award winning experience working with public and private sector organisations across Australia, ECO-Buy’s experience and knowledge encompasses both the buy and supply sides of green purchasing, and its resources and services can be accessed through:
To find out more visit www.ecobuy.org.au |
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GreenPainters™ is Australia's national sustainable painting initiative. It is a non-profit program providing training, advice, and skills to promote the latest environmentally preferable coatings technology. It represents painting contractors and manufacturers who are leaders in painting environmental management. |
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The Griffith University EcoCentre is nestled within the Toohey Forest on the Nathan campus of the university. Visitors to the EcoCentre enjoy the tranquillity and beauty of the forest with access to state of the art teaching, exhibition and conference facilities. The construction and operation of the EcoCentre follow strict 'eco-design' principles, and feature solar energy, ambient ventilation and lighting, rammed earth walls for temperature regulation, rainwater collection for 'greywater' use, and wet composting toilets. All reflect domestic scale environmental technologies that can be used in the family home. |
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KEEP AUSTRALIA BEAUTIFUL QUEENSLAND Keep Australia Beautiful Queensland was established in 1971 as an independent, not-for-profit organisation. We are Queensland's longest standing community-based, environmental organisation. Keep Australia Beautiful's programs motivate people to enhance the quality of their local environment through personal initiative and community action. Through interaction with local governments, businesses, schools, community groups and committed individuals, Keep Australia Beautiful encourages a statewide network of grassroots volunteers who work to deliver a cleaner, greener environment. |
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The Kitchen & Bathroom Designers Institute (KBDi) is a national organisation with local chapters located around Australia, providing kitchen designers and bathroom designers with Accreditation, (CKD Au, CBD Au), Training and Professional Development, and networking opportunities for members. KBDi membership is open to all those with an interest in kitchen design and bathroom design from students to the highly experienced. |
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The Land Management Corporation is a key economic agency of the Government of South Australia, managing a significant portfolio of land assets on behalf of the State Government. Operating on a commercial basis, LMC facilitates and undertakes property projects, delivers property services to local and State government agencies, and engages with industry and the community to build our urban environment. LMC demonstrates its leadership and innovation in delivering sustainable outcomes by creating and facilitating sustainable residential and industrial development projects. By working in successful partnerships with the private sector and other government stakeholders, LMC's highly skilled staff deliver land and project management expertise for the State's future growth and prosperity, creating liveable communities that provide highly valued economic, social and environmental benefits for South Australians." |
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Retail 2010 Exhibition & Conference,20 – 22 September 2010,Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre Now in its 11th year, Retail 2010 Exhibition & Conference will be held at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre between Monday 20 and Wednesday 22 September 2010. This Retail event is not to be missed – it’s where retailers will come together to set their businesses apart from the competition and drive profitability through the latest in retail technology and smarter store design. Retail 2010 Exhibition & Conference will explore innovation and advances in:
This is set to be the biggest Retail showcase of the year, with three other industry events now running alongside the Exhibition: the Marketing at Retail Expo, the PrintWorks Expo and the Visual Impact Image Expo. Together, the shows are set to attract around 7,000 industry visitors over 3 days. For more information, and to register online for FREE entry to the Exhibition, visit www.retailexpo.com.au. Conference passes can also be purchased through the website. |
