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Partners

Delivering research that made a difference relied heavily on successful collaboration between the CRC for Low Carbon Living and its valued partners.

We had 45 active partners across a multitude of disciplines. They spanned three essential sectors: industry, government and research.

Industry

Our industry partners included Australian companies, professional associations and industry peak bodies across a range of different sectors; such as property developers, materials suppliers, energy specialists, architects, engineers, builders and construction.

Government

We also partnered with Australian federal site and state government organisations across a range of areas; including planning and development, councils, utilities, energy and resources.

Research

Several Australian and international universities and research organisations joined us as partners. All were committed to creating a sustainable future and leading research in fields related to policy, technology, built environment, software and engaging with the community.

Our key partners were:

Industry

Property Council of Australia

The Property Council of Australia is the leading advocate for Australia’s biggest industry and biggest employer – property. 

The industry represents 13% of Australia's GDP, employs 1.4 million Australians (more than mining and manufacturing combined) and secures the future of 14.8 million Australians who have a financial stake in property through their super funds.

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Australian Sustainable Built Environment

The Australian Sustainable Built Environment Council (ASBEC) is the peak body of key organisations committed to a sustainable built environment in Australia.

ASBEC’s membership consists of industry and professional associations, non-government organisations and government observers who are involved in the planning, design, delivery and operation of our built environment, and are concerned with the social and environmental impacts of this sector.

ASBEC provides a forum for diverse groups involved in the built environment to gather, find common ground and intelligently discuss contentious issues as well as advocate their own sustainability products, policies and initiatives.

ASBEC is a non-profit volunteer organisation. Members commit their time, resources and energy to developing practical opportunities for a more sustainable built environment.

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Blue Tribe Co

Blue Tribe Co specialises in building innovative solutions for its clients that deliver positive social, environmental, and economic outcomes by offering a new type of  business that bridges the gap between strategy, technology, and impact.

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The Green Building Council of Australia

The Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) is the nation’s authority on sustainable buildings and communities. The GBCA’s mission is to accelerate the transformation of Australia’s built environment into one that is healthy, resilient and sustainable.

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Josh Byrne & Associates

Josh Byrne & Associates (JBA) provides a range of professional services and specialist expertise integrating the fields of landscape architecture, environmental engineering and sustainability, community engagement and communications. They are the producers of Josh's House.

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Suez Environment

Suez Environment is a project partner.

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Degrémont Pty Ltd

Degrémont Pty Ltd is a project partner.

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Prospect Water Partnership

Prospect Water Partnership is a project partner.

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Nursery and Garden Industry Australia

Nursery and Garden Industry Australia (NGIA) is a project partner.

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Australian Sustainable Built Environment

Australian Sustainable Built Environment Council (ASBEC) aims to ensure built environment sustainability issues are central on government agendas, and it works in collaboration with the three levels of government and professional and other peak organisations, to produce a prioritised action agenda for the future. The CRC for Low Carbon Living’s research enables us to to look at how we can be resilient in 20, 30, 40 years down the track.” Tom Roper, Chair, Australian Sustainable Built Environment Council (ASBEC)

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Australian Institute of Architects

Australian Institute of Architects (AIA) is a partner.

We continually strives to benefit its members and the broader Australian community, we actively promote innovative and appropriate environmental design, and continually lobby to improve the quality of our built environment. By raising design standards in our cities and towns, the Institute is playing a major role in shaping Australia's future. One prime example is the Environment Design Guide (EDG) is a library of over 200 peer-reviewed design notes covering environmental strategies for building designers. The CRC for Low Carbon Living is essential for bringing together the the sector to take a holistic approach to shaping a sustainable future.” David Parken, CEO, Australian Institute of Architects.

Master Builders Australia Limited

Master Builders Australia Limited (MBA) is a partner.

"There is a huge unmet demand for housing in Australia, and the challenge is on to deliver dwellings that are affordable, liveable and environmentally sustainable. By better informing our members and the industry about low carbon building solutions, we can positively contribute to lowering Australia’s carbon emissions. At the same time, we will be improving the bottom line of building businesses, through enabling them to meet increasing consumer expectations in the area of sustainability." Dr. Alex Maroya, Master Builders Australia.

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Australasian Slag Association

Australasian Slag Association (ASA) is a partner.

"By identiying the key bariers to uptake of new green materials, means that we know how to focus our efforts in the slag industry and for our members." Craig Hydrich, CEO, Australiasian Slag Association.

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HASSELL

HASSELL is a partner.

"The Closing the Loop project presents a unique opportunity to not just further drive down the carbon emissions and environmental impacts of the built environment but also to have a substantial, positive impact on the health and wellbeing of the people who inhabit our buildings, towns and cities.” Brett Pollard, Head of Knowledge and Sustainability, HASSELL.

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CSR Limited

CSR Limited is a partner.

As energy prices continue to rise, energy efficiency has never been a higher priority for homeowners and builders alike. What is perhaps less well understood is that a single-minded focus on build quality can deliver this and a myriad of other advantages, such as excellent acoustics, comfort, air quality, and of course lower power bills. We’re proud to be spearheading such an initiative in the construction industry and sharing the many lessons we learnt during this process." Ray Thompson, GM Innovation and Market Development at CSR Limited.

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Consult Australia

Consult Australia is a partner.

BuildingSMART Australasia Incorporated
Multiplex Constructions Pty Limited

Multiplex Constructions Pty Limited is a partner.

“The built environment provides the most cost-effective way of reducing carbon emissions in Australia as well as an opportunity to improve the performance and health of building occupants. We are committed to constructing high performance spaces that maximise value whilst minimising the impact on our environment. The CRC for Low Carbon Living is building the evidence base around this to enable us to positively impact future generations.” John Flecker, CEO, Multiplex Constructions Pty Ltd.

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BlueScope Steel Limited

BlueScope Steel Limited (BlueScope) is a partner.

“The CRC provides the ideal mechanism for addressing some of the critical gaps in delivery of novel technology to drive down the carbon footprint of the Australian built environment. This project is an important piece in the jigsaw of work needed to change how we design the building envelope, utilising the solar energy that hits the roofs of our buildings.” Dr Rob Scott, Building & Construction Applications Manager of BlueScope.

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BCI Media Group Pty Ltd

BCI Media Group Pty Ltd (BCI Media Group) is a partner.

"BCI Media Group is committed to a sustainable development in Australia. We think that the transition to a renewable and decentralized energy system will be paramount for this development." Matthias Krups, CEO and Founder of BCI Media Group.

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AECOM Australia Pty Ltd

AECOM Australia Pty Ltd (AECOM) is an essential partner.

“We believe the CRCLCL is creating real change and awareness, particularly around the coming together of leading edge thinking from both academia and industry with a focus on practical solutions and idea to current issues facing the community. We are delighted to have been involved in the CRCLCL over the past few years and are optimistic about the next few years where more of the projects will come to delivery milestones and capability building takes shape as the ongoing legacy of the CRCLCL.” 

Kriston Symons, Managing Director - Buildings & Places, Australia New Zealand, AECOM

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Research

KTH Royal Institute of Technology

KTH Royal Institute of Technology (Sweden) is an international partner through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).

United Nations Environment Program

United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) is an international partner through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).

University of South Australia

University of South Australia (UniSA) is a partner.

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University of New South Wales

University of New South Wales (UNSW) is a partner.

"To start building a technology roadmap, we need to know what technology is availble, this project helps the CRCLCL better inform its priorities for Industry." Stuart Wenham, Scientia Professor, UNSW.

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Tongji University
Swinburne University of Technology

Swinburne University of Technology is a partner.

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Curtin University of Technology

Curtin University of Technology is a partner.

"By working with the WA Housing department, we hope that our work starts to realise the posibility of low cost and low carbon housing to be an attainable for Australians, starting with the Bentley Regeneration Project." Jemma Green, Senior Research Fellow and PHD candidate at Curtin University.

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CSIRO

CSIRO is a partner.

CSIRO is a part of a number of projects in the CRCLCL including: concentrated solar thermal systems and absorption heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems

"Our CRC participants are at the forefront of carbon saving initiatives in the Australian built environment.  We already have a number of world leading examples of low carbon development at both Precinct (eg Lochiel Park) and individual building (eg Josh’s House) scale.  The CRC can bring its monitoring and analysis capability to help capture and disseminate these success stories.  And we’re not stopping there.  This project has helped scope out an ongoing framework of research, focussing on engaging with Living Laboratory Communities to co-create new cutting edge developments that exemplify our shared low carbon living future” Stephen White, Energy for Buildings Manager for CSIRO.

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Concordia University

Concordia University, Canada, representing Smart Net-zero Energy Buildings Research Network (NSERC) is a partner.

Hunter Water Corporation

Hunter Water Corporation is a project partner.

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Victorian Building Authority

Victorian Building Authority (VBA) is a partner.

“Time and again research into the effectiveness of energy efficiency regulations as a catalyst for transitioning to the low carbon built environment of the future has demonstrated the key role that industry capacity building, through innovative training programs, has to play.”  Robert Enker, Specialist Sustainability Advisor, Victoria Building Authority.

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The Corporation of the City of Adelaide

The Corporation of the City of Adelaide (City of Adelaide) is a project partner.

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City of Sydney

City of Sydney is a partner.

Working towards a sustainable future is a crucial element of our Sustainable Sydney 2030 vision. The City of Sydney has adopted ambitious targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and aims to manage water, energy and waste sustainably. This projects helps us plan to make a more vibrant, liveable and sustainable city." Lucy Sharman, Senior Project Officer, Green Roofs and Walls
Planning Development and Transport Division, City of Sydney.

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NSW Office of Environment and Heritage

NSW Office of Environment and Heritage (OEH) is a partner.

“This is a project with benefits all round.  Small and large businesses can reduce their carbon footprint and save money on their energy, waste and water bills while promoting the Mountains as a tourism destination in keeping with its World Heritage values.” Dr Rosalie Chapple, Executive Director, Blue Mountains World Heritage Institute.

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City of Fremantle

City of Fremantle is a partner.

“The CRCLC has been instrumental in setting the framework for our sustainable house as a living laboratory. It has provided a test bed for demonstrating an affordable low carbon lifestyle, as well as being a catalyst for community engagement. The project uses a variety of promotional media, exemplified with a recent open house event on September 8, 2013 that became a street party for over 4000 people." Josh Byrne, CUSP Research Fellow and ABC TV presenter.

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