Sustainable Homes and Buildings
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Compared to conventional buildings, environmentally sustainable homes and buildings are based on 'good design' principles, which aim to:
- Use less energy and water
- Have lower annual operating costs
- Offer improved comfort levels
- Have less impact on the environment
The cost of implementing good design often requires a higher up-front investment; however, this will be repaid throughout the life of the building which also increases its value in the future.
Would you like to know more about how you can make your home more environmentally sustainable?
Or are you just keen to save money?
The Sustainable Homes Program is available at:
- Where: More to be announced shortly
or - Visit the Environment Events page for all the upcoming environment events.
ESD Design Guide - Buildings (Frankston City Council)
Council has developed an 'Ecologically Sustainable Development (ESD) Design Guide - Buildings' for people interested in improving the environmental sustainability of their buildings. The design guide has specifically been developed for non-residential developments.
Download a free copy of the Ecologically Sustainable Development (ESD) Design Guide - Buildings
For more information on improving the environmental performance of your building, please contact the Environment Department on 9784 1747 or email: environment@frankston.vic.gov.au.
Other Useful Resources
Your Home (Commonwealth Government)
Your Home is a Commonwealth Government Web site that provides a suite of consumer and technical guide materials and tools developed to encourage the design, construction or renovation of homes to be comfortable, healthy and more environmentally sustainable.
Visit Your Home website or e-mail buildings@environment.gov.au for more information.
GreenHome Program (Australian Conservation Foundation)
The GreenHome Program helps people help the environment by making simple changes to the way we live. Identify ways that you can green your home and lifestyle, from saving energy and water to cutting down on waste.
Visit the Australian Conservation Foundation's Green Home website for more information.
Download a free copy of the GreenHome Guide.
The Victorian Green Renters' Guide: Sustainable Living Tips for Renters
Are renters legally able to change their showerheads? How can you make your toilet waste less water when you don't have dual flush? Answers to these questions and more are in the fantastic Victorian Green Renters' Guide.
Download a free copy of the Victorian Green Renters' Guide from the website.
Visit Environment Victoria's website for more great tips for living sustainably.
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