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From reducing greenhouse gas emissions to ensuring that all elements of the supply chain are ethically sourced, the move towards a less wasteful and more socially responsible industry is a comprehensive challenge! Forward looking organisations like ForestOne don’t need any convincing!
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With the results of the recent election pointing firmly towards the likelihood of stronger governmental climate action in Australia, it’s fair to say that things are looking up for the environment. But the wheels of government turn slowly, and - as has been the case for many years now - the responsibility for positive climate action still sits firmly within our business community.
In July 2021, the Design and Building Practitioners Regulation 2021 (NSW) came into effect, and with it, a spate of new legal requirements for construction professionals. The Regulation clarifies practical applications of the Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020 (NSW) and dovetails with the compliance requirements of the National Construction Code.
Sustainability has long been a core value for Stormtech, but with each passing year, it’s one they entrench further within their business, and their ethos as an organisation. We sit down with Troy Creighton, Stormtech CEO, to talk all things sustainability.
Marking EGGER and ForestOne’s launch of what’s set to become the most sustainable laminate flooring in Australia, we sit down with EGGER’s National Sales Manager for Decorative Products for the region to hear about the brand’s devotion to constant improvement, EGGER’s commitment to transparency – and why it’s so important to partner with organisations and brands that share the same sustainability principles.
The Best of the Best category at the Sustainability Awards is fairly straightforward. There’s no need to submit, there’s no shortlisted entries or nominations and it is partnered by our official Event Partner, Autex Acoustics. The only thing that is difficult is winning the category.
Network Architectural’s Technical Manager talks to us about the impact of the Grenfell Tower fire disaster on his career path, working with Mitsubishi to bring to life what is now considered the golden standard in non-combustible cladding – and how the Japanese sustainability principles of “Kaiteki” influenced the process.
While many of their private counterparts do hold some sort of significance to their community, public buildings are utilised by all.
The Editor’s Choice category is a brand new award at the Sustainability Awards up for grabs in 2022. All shortlisted projects are assessed for their suitability for this award on the basis of their contribution to and consultation with their local community.
Despite various industries suffering throughout the pandemic, the built environment was able to remain on its feet for the most part, with many city-shaping projects and developments floated by private and public entities.
Public spaces have the ability to completely alter the perception of their immediate landscape. There’s many developments and projects in the offing across the country that will prove the catalyst for built environment change within their region.
There’s plenty to think about when starting from scratch. Briefings, consultations, dreams and ideas eventually evolve to become four walls with a number of dynamic spaces elevated by materials and choices made by an architect.
