By adopting simple energy efficient changes in the office we could save 960,000 tonnes of CO2 per year, equal to taking 200,000 cars off the road
Here’s how the City of Melbourne helps offices go green.
City Switch Green Office – energy savings for city offices
The CitySwitch Green Office program is a great way for commercial office tenants to improve energy efficiency, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and save money.
In partnership with Sustainability Victoria, the City of Melbourne invites city offices to join CitySwitch and discover how small changes can make a big difference to the future health of Melbourne – and our planet.
Participation in CitySwitch can also bring financial benefits for your business. Being a part of CitySwitch will give you access to resources, events, expert advice and networking opportunities with other participants and industry specialists
Case study
Daniel Papal, building manager at AIM has implemented many actions towards improving AIM’s energy efficiency. By focusing his efforts on reducing lighting energy, Daniel saved AIM over 31,000 kWh of electricity and 44 tonnes of carbon emissions per year.
CitySwitch AIM case study (PDF, 453kb)
For more information visit CitySwitch.
Council House 2
When it opened in 2006, CH2 was hailed as the world’s greenest multi-storey office building. Today, the City of Melbourne’s newest administration building stands as a testament to the benefits to sustainable building practices and a celebration of creative thinking.
Designed to mimic the way a termite mound ‘breathes’ and functions, CH2 has already generated significant energy and cost savings for the City of Melbourne.
Visit Council House 2 to learn more about the building.