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In this issue we promote events, courses and training, announce that Cairns has the best sustainable display home in Australia, introduce a resource for building projects and a draft guide about condensation in buildings and present a range of green bulding products and services. We hope you enjoy the read....................... thank you
Check out these local businesses products and services..............
Organic Motion integrates 'permaculture' design techniques, principles and ethics into each landscape. From concept to crEATion – your garden could be an Edible Vision...... Our Products range from individual garden elements installed into your garden or simply efficient tools or equipment to crEATe fertility. Read More
Green Insulation™ has just launched CRIS™ a patented new system which will revolutionise the way insulation is installed in Australia and provide unprecedented R-values of up to R7.1 in commercial buildings. Green by name, Green by nature.... we provide leading edge, environmentally friendly insulation products for use in roofs, walls and floors of homes, sheds and commercial constructions Read More
Smithfield Mitre 10 at Cairns Northern Beaches are our quality suppliers of green building products including Selleys, Weathertex and Ecolour paint. Ask for the store manager, Rob White for a personal service delivered throughout Far North Queensland, Read More
Weathertex range available at Smitfield Mitre 10
GuttaFilta™ is a very efficient leaf filter at an affordable price that really works. It is an easily installed DIY style product or we can professionally install. It will not damage your roof or gutters and will help keep your gutters dry and clean. It is UV stable, has an optional fire retardant is environmentally friendly and comes with a 7 year warranty. Read More
ENJO harnesses the natural cleaning power of microfibre technology and water. These products are non-wax, non-toxic, biodegradable and use water sparingly. ENJO is revolutionising the way we clean. You can buy the products from ENJO or find a professional ENJO cleaner as they are servicing most of North Queensland. Read More
Below, we present three leading products from Omega Power:
The Nheohybrid 400 LED Off Grid Lighting System integrates a state-of-the-art wind turbine with solar to provide a standalone lighting system offering superior performance. The combination of two unlimited renewable power sources, wind and solar, gives you the freedom to install it anywhere you like regardless of grid access.
Pavegen Kinetic Paving uses the kinetic energy from the footsteps of the public to produce low voltage electricity, suitable for powering a range of low energy applications including LED lighting, advertising and way-find solutions. This is the first commercial product of its kind, opening a gateway for the generation of reliable renewable energy in urban areas.
POWER KUBE is a self contained hybrid power system for larger commercial scale operations that are urban, rural or remote. Specifically designed and tested for installation in demanding environments, the system uses leading edge silent wind turbines in conjunction with solar PV and green LPG powered backup generators. Delivering safe secure sustainable electrical power where it is needed the most.
Platypus Power manufacture quality micro hydro electric turbines and control equipment that provide renewable, reliable and cost effective electricity in remote locations. Our systems supply homes, farms, villages, tourist resorts, telemetering sites etc, in rural areas not served by grid electricity. Platypus Power also offer a site evaluation and system design service.
We are opening.........
Far North Queensland's 1st Renewable Energy Showroom
The Cullector™ has arrived. The first shipment of our locally invented ultra efficient, self powered shower specifically designed for installation as a DIY retrofit is hot off the press and quality tested. The Cullector can be bought now for immediate delivery BUY NOW.
The Cullector™ captures the initial volume of cold water that is normally lost to the drain during warm up time before it exits the rose and then reintroduces the captured water back into the shower stream during the course of the shower. Other features include the ability to switch OFF and ON without needing to adjust the taps and a transparent capture and return container that indicates when it is time to finish up. The Cullector™ is a self-powered, DIY retrofit that allows people to enjoy a quality shower experience while saving money and the environment. Return on investment starts with the first shower taken.T
Our region's creative minds and innovators are working together, delivering support for your inventions. Our next meeting is on soon so If you are interested in joining or want to learn more about this networking platform, send a quick line to email/amanda)(placidpools.com.au and join us on LinkedIn
Cairns Rd House, 2009
The Least House Necessary, an introduction to tropical house design presentation by Architect Dr Shaneen Fantin from People Orientated Design
When: Thursday 19 September 5.30 – 7.30pm
Where: Cairns City Library Meeting Room
Cost: Free
Register: in person at the Library or email
email/sustainability)(cairns.qld.gov.au
This is for people interested in exploring low energy and minimal housing design appropriate to the Tropics. Proudly supported by
Matthew Lamprecht the TradeStart Export Advisor for Northern Queensland is organising a Tropical Green Build Trade Mission to Indonesia in December 2013. Austrade colleagues based in Jakarta have identified potential opportunities for the Tropical Green Build Sector in the Indonesian market. The trade mission will be made up of roundtable discussions, business matching, one on one meetings and site visits in-country. Please register interest by return email toemail/matthew.lamprecht)(trade.qld.gov.au<
