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Issue 10 - Feb 2009

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$35 million to reduce NSW business energy use

Launch of business energy saving programs

The NSW Government has announced two new programs to reduce the State's greenhouse gas emissions and slash business's power use.

The $20 million Sustainability Advantage Energy Saver and $15 million Energy Efficiency for Small Business programs will help NSW businesses become more energy efficient and save on electricity costs. More >

Join the cycling revolution

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The Department of Environment and Climate Change NSW in partnership with AustCycle is offering free Cycling Training Vouchers to increase cycling skills for potential bike riders in NSW. More >

Fridge Program reduces greenhouse gas emissions

5000th fridge collection

Five thousand Sydney households will be saving almost $1 million on energy bills this year and more than 5,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions. This is due to the collection of the 5,000th fridge under the NSW Government-backed Fridge Buyback program. More >

Lower energy costs for low-income households

Households in Bathurst and Orange have an early opportunity for energy efficiency under a pilot program to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and household living costs. More >

Newsflash

Thank you to readers who participated in our survey and shared your thoughts about our enewsletter. Congratulations to prize winners.

The 2009 Banksia Awards are now accepting entries from businesses, governments, communities and individuals, to be recognised for their environmental achievements. More >

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Living Sustainably contains news and resources from sustainability programs within partnerships, local government, businesses, community groups, non-government organisations, and the Department of Environment and Climate Change NSW (DECC).

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