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In association with Lifting the lid on waste auditing and recycling Haydee Forster, J.J. Richards & Sons Pty Ltd Businesses are becoming more aware of the wastes they are generating and are now looking for ways to improve their processes to reduce their impact on the environment while managing budgetary constraints. Haydee will explain how this has led to the implementation of waste audits which allow for the analysis of waste streams and the identification of potential segregation and recycling opportunities. Shedding some light on the workplace Kim Sharp, John Martin and Co, Save Lighting 8:32 Speed networking 8:52 CASE STUDIES A holistic approach to building energy efficiency at 8 Carlyle Street, Mackay Jim Bennett, The Built Environment Group This presentation will highlight some of the technological advancements that were implemented in the Airconstruct HVAC Offices. Jim will illustrate what is possible for businesses if they are truly serious about reducing their consumption and ultimately their operational costs through energy management strategies, maintenance of HVAC and new technology. ClimateSmart for business Jane Turner, ProsePR Through her experience leading 52 Mackay Whitsunday Isaac businesses through the Queensland Government's ClimateSmart Business Cluster Program, Jane will detail experiences, challenges and achievements from these businesses who started the emission lowering journey. Jane will explain how other businesses can start the change process with some handy tips learnt from previous participant feedback. 9:40 Open networking and refreshments 10:20 EDGY INFO Managing energy costs through managing peak demand Ian McGregor, Ergon Energy This presentation explains how Ergon’s Energy Conservation and Demand Management team is working to improve network utilisation and defer capital works by reducing demand on the network and reshaping load profile. The primary focus of this presentation is on the issue of how energy conservation and demand management can assist the network business continue to meet customer demand for supply within the constraints of the AER (Australian Energy Regulator) framework and current economic environment. Department of Employment, Economic Development and Innovation
In association with Low cost water treatment solutions using natural systems Robert McKenzie, The Water and Carbon Group Significant development of low cost natural treatment systems for water treatment has occurred in Australia and overseas in the last decade. This presentation provides an overview of treatment wetland technology, areas of application (wastewater, stormwater and industrial water), advantages and disadvantages of the technology and a number of case studies. ecoBiz program for business John Quinn, the Department of Environment and Resource Management This presentation outlines how simple actions and readily available tools can have a profound effect on your businesses' bottom line. Using examples from the ecoBiz program, ecoBiz demonstrates how Queensland businesses are reducing their carbon footprint by 20% and saving an average of $80 000 per annum through simple low-cost actions. 10:56 Concluding remarks 11:00 OPEN NETWORKING AND TRADE DISPLAY Disclaimer: The presentation of a product, service or technology does not constitute endorsement of any kind by the DERM and Queensland Government. Department of Employment, Economic Development and Innovation
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