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What is a building retrofit?

What exactly is a retrofit, and how does it differ from a renovation or a tune-up? There are a variety of terms used in the building sector and many of them overlap.

View of heritage building though windows of a similar building

Encouraging and supporting the improvement of energy / water efficiency and reducing waste to landfill of Melbourne's commercial buildings.

Public Art Commission Exhibition

The 1200 Buildings Public Art Commission Exhibition features eleven proposals received for a sustainability-themed public art work.

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How to join

Man being presented an award plaque

If you are interested in the 1200 Buildings program, please provide us with your details so we can supply you with further information.

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Funding a retrofit

Lord Mayor Robert Doyle on roof of 490 Spencer Street, one of 1200 Buildings' signatory buildings

The City of Melbourne can now help building owners obtain finance for retrofit works to reduce energy use, save water and lower carbon emissions.

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Advice sheets

Roof of city building

Thinking about retrofitting your building? Wondering where to start? Our advice sheets cover all aspects of the retrofit process.

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Case studies

Exterior of older building with solar panels

View details of a selection of signatories to the 1200 Buildings Program, including videos capturing their stories.

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