Environment » Sustainability
Council trial making high-rise composting a reality
In an Australian-first, the City of Melbourne has introduced its Food Organics and Garden Organics (FOGO) collection service in high-rise buildings through a 12-month pilot program.
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Community battery a first step for renewable energy in Docklands
The state government has announced a new community battery for Docklands, which will give locals small businesses owners without roof access the chance to benefit from renewable energy.
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Docklands to receive new community battery
The state government has announced a new community battery for Docklands, which will be installed at the Library at the Dock as part of the City of Melbourne’s Power Melbourne project.
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The City of Melbourne is calling on feedback from the local community on potential locations for community batteries in its ambition to transition Melbourne to 100 per cent renewable energy.
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Skyfarm’s potential reimagined with latest partnership
Following a partnership between Melbourne Skyfarm and Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC), the rooftop car park’s urban farm has successfully harvested and donated 650 kilograms of produce to OzHarvest.
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Docklands Skyfarm revealed
In a Victorian first, a large section of a 2000sqm rooftop car park in the heart of Docklands has been transformed into a thriving urban farm, with works continuing over the next 12 months on this new rooftop city oasis.
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Victoria Point’s green vision becomes a reality
More than 2800 sqm of largely concreted space along the Marvel Stadium concourse will soon be transformed into a public green oasis thanks to a bold initiative by the Victoria Point owners’ corporation.
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Council focus on food and organics waste
The City of Melbourne will roll out a new food and organics bin service in a bid to reduce the amount of waste heading to landfill.
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Urban forests bringing pleasure to residents
The City of Melbourne has unveiled six green spaces which are thriving after receiving matched funding via the Habitat Grants under the Urban Forest Fund 2020 program.
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How fast is fast fashion?
Apparel sales have risen sharply in recent years, as businesses have used “fast fashion” design and production systems to cut prices and introduce new lines more often.
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