Recent Environmental News and Views
13 April 2010 - Qld Govt announces 'do the bright thing' help build a 500 megawatt virtual solar power station for Queensland. This is linked to the new State Govt rebate scheme (see rebates page for more info & forms). For the latest Qld Govt Solar Rebates updates click here.
19 February 2010 - More changes to the Energy Efficient Homes programme affecting insulation, solar hot water & solar heat pumps. NB. SOLAR POWER IS UNAFFECTED. For the latest updates see the Energy Efficient Homes website
Jan 01 2010 - New sustainability declaration for home sellers comes into effect. Link to the sustainability declaration information here and download the sustainability declaration form here.
1 September 2009 - The Home Insulation Program replaced the Low Emission Assistance Plan for Renters and the Homeowner Insulation Program. This means all eligible homes can access $1,200 worth of insulation for free. For details on the Home Insulation Program click here
July 2009 - Quest finalist in the Northside Chronicles Business Achiever Award.
July 2009 - $1,600 Government Rebate available now ...Thanks to the Government's economic stimulus package, you may be eligible to have your home insulated for FREE! Renters and landlords are also eligible for the $1,000 rebate. To make an enquiry, please contact us via the energy efficient product enquiry page and we will gladly assist you on your rebate eligibility and book an appointment to provide you with a no obligation free quotation in your home. Earthsave are Government registered so most small to medium householders won't pay any money - we guide you through the paperwork.
March 2009 - The Australian Government is providing a new rebate of $1,600 to help eligible home-owners, landlords or tenants replace their electric hot water systems with solar or heat pump hot water systems. To read more about the new rebate click Solar Hot Water.
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News Article - Click here to read about Fergus's attendance at "An Audience with Al Gore" (58kb PDF)
News Article - 'Sustainable features' (709kb PDF)
Earthsave Recommends
Boorman Eco, Hinterland Luxury Self-sufficient Holiday House at Mapleton. So good it's worth a mention. An inspirational setting, and we were impressed to see the architects had specified an Edwards solar hot water system for it's water heating requirements, and photovoltaic's provided solar power to the home. And to make your indulgence seem a little less guilty, half the proceeds from your stay goes to preserving the area................for more info visit the Boorman Eco web site
Earthsave Supports Wild Mountains Trust
When we were approached by builder RJ Peagram for assistance on the Wild Mountains project, we worked with manufacturers Edwards to provide a subsidised solar hot water system for the main building’s kitchen and shower facilities.
So what is Wild Mountains? Straight from their website, ‘Wild Mountains exists to provide relevant and inspiring environmental education to the Australian community and to protect and conserve the natural environment over which Wild Mountains has stewardship.
How could we resist their plight? We took to the road bright and early, having no idea about this locale, with a top of the range Edwards 440 litre Titan solar hot water system. Beyond Rathdowney and beautiful sits this microcosm of altruism and endeavour, and spectacular scenery. The majority of the work is done by a dedicated core group who enlist help from whomever they can. The vision is complete, and we hope our kids get to visit some day. If you want to be inspired, take a look at the wild mountains trust web site. Participation is welcome, or give these good folk a donation if you can.
