A number of Victorian schools have been recognised for their efforts in boosting sustainability and adopting greener practices at the 2019 ResourceSmart Schools Awards.
Savings growing for schools buying renewables
Flow Power has revealed businesses – including schools – signed onto its Corporate Renewable Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) have saved $15.4 million collectively since their contracts began at the start of 2018.
Entries open for Premier’s Sustainability Awards
Offering Victorian schools, business and community groups the opportunity to demonstrate and promote their sustainability successes, Sustainability Victoria is encouraging schools to share their projects and stories through the 2019 Premier’s Sustainability Awards. Read more
Recycled outdoor classroom competition
In an effort to drive awareness of the importance of recycling and encourage outdoor learning, waste management company TerraCycle has launched a national competition that sees trash turned to treasure, with a giveaway of five recycled outdoor classrooms. Read more
Teaching for a greener future
Sustainability is a pressing issue that continues to gain widespread attention. Businesses and institutions across various sectors – including schools – are seeking out smarter and greener practices to help deliver a greener future.
NSW school makes landmark commitment to sustainability
A New South Wales-based school has become the first in the state to sign onto a Corporate Renewable Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), which will see it powered by at least 90 per cent renewable energy, using wind and solar power. Read more