The inaugural 2007 BPN Environ Sustainability Awards marked a significant milestone in the building industry. In 2008, the Awards will continue to promote sustainability and push the boundaries of innovation with an enhanced awards scheme.
The 2008 BPN Environ Sustainability Awards include three new categories: Single Dwelling (Alterations & Extensions); Landscaping; and Innovation of the Year. In the Innovation of the Year category, judges will be looking for outstanding products or services which support the building industry’s sustainability initiatives. In the Landscaping award, judges will be looking for standout landscaping designs with strong sustainable elements including conservation of natural resources, maintenance and material usage.
A respected panel of judges will again review all entries. The judges will look for demonstrable examples of innovation and excellence in land use and ecology, water conservation, energy efficiency, product selection and emissions.
Entries for the awards will close July 15, 2008. Projects in Australia which were completed between June 30, 2007 and June 30, 2008 are eligible for entry.
Categories for the 2008 BPN Environ Sustainability Awards are:
- Small Commercial
- Large Commercial
- Office Fitout
- Single Dwelling (New)
- Single Dwelling (Alterations & Extensions)
- Low to Medium Density Residential
- High Density Residential
- Public Building
- Landscape Design
- Innovation of the Year
The awards will be presented in November 2008 and will recognise leaders in the industry. Finalists will be announced in the October 2008 issue of BPN and category winners and highly commended entrants will be announced in the December 2008 issue.
Email sustainabilityawards@reedbusiness .com.au for further information.
