On why you don’t want to look back (and end up like Lot’s wife) The Fifth Estate Ye gods what’s going on with the Feds? Down the rabbit hole they go again.
Hired guns…better known these days as consultants – and cities Mike Brown The shaping of our cities seems to be an advisory battleground. Expert traffic and economic projections were features of the recent part-sale of WestConnex. 4
On why you don’t want to look back (and end up like Lot’s wife) Ye gods what’s going on with the Feds? Down the rabbit hole they go again. On why you don’t want to look back (and end up like Lot’s wife) The Fifth Estate Ye gods what’s going on with the Feds? Down the rabbit hole they go again.
John Alexander: It’s time to stop reactive planning A week or so before announcing the mammoth Building Up & Moving Out inquiry into the development of cities, MP John Alexander told the audience at The Fifth Estate’s Tomorrowland that Australia needs to stop its “reactionary” approach to urban planning. John Alexander: It’s time to stop reactive planning Poppy Johnston A week or so before announcing the mammoth Building Up & Moving Out inquiry into the development of cities, MP John Alexander told the audience at The Fifth Estate’s Tomorrowland that Australia needs to stop its “reactionary” approach to urban planning.
27 cities have peaked their emissions, says C40. Or have they? Twenty seven cities, including Melbourne and Sydney, have reached peak greenhouse gas emissions according to the C40 Cities website last week. So how come their emissions are still rising? 27 cities have peaked their emissions, says C40. Or have they? David Thorpe Twenty seven cities, including Melbourne and Sydney, have reached peak greenhouse gas emissions according to the C40 Cities website last week. So how come their emissions are still rising?
It’s not easy being green: Lendlease’s Elephant Park London under fire for its sustainability claims An urban district development in London by Lendlease has been stirring controversy for years. Here’s an update. It’s not easy being green: Lendlease’s Elephant Park London under fire for its sustainability claims David Thorpe An urban district development in London by Lendlease has been stirring controversy for years. Here’s an update.
Simon Carter: Overcoming the dangers of digital optimism Even in 2018, polar extremes still tend to dominate the discussion on digital transformation. Morphosis director Simon Carter is on a mission to change this for the built environment. Simon Carter: Overcoming the dangers of digital optimism Poppy Johnston Even in 2018, polar extremes still tend to dominate the discussion on digital transformation. Morphosis director Simon Carter is on a mission to change this for the built environment.
On why you don’t want to look back (and end up like Lot’s wife) The Fifth Estate Ye gods what’s going on with the Feds? Down the rabbit hole they go again.
John Alexander: It’s time to stop reactive planning Poppy Johnston A week or so before announcing the mammoth Building Up & Moving Out inquiry into the development of cities, MP John Alexander told the audience at The Fifth Estate’s Tomorrowland that Australia needs to stop its “reactionary” approach to urban planning. 2
27 cities have peaked their emissions, says C40. Or have they? David Thorpe Twenty seven cities, including Melbourne and Sydney, have reached peak greenhouse gas emissions according to the C40 Cities website last week. So how come their emissions are still rising? 2
It’s not easy being green: Lendlease’s Elephant Park London under fire for its sustainability claims David Thorpe An urban district development in London by Lendlease has been stirring controversy for years. Here’s an update. 4
Simon Carter: Overcoming the dangers of digital optimism Poppy Johnston Even in 2018, polar extremes still tend to dominate the discussion on digital transformation. Morphosis director Simon Carter is on a mission to change this for the built environment.
Fair dinkum power at the polls, Hickory, AREITs, Dick Clarke and population Willow Aliento The Oxygen Files – A new column from associate editor Willow Aliento on what’s happening in sustainability this week and why it’s important to give these stories a clean low-carbon airing.
Hired guns…better known these days as consultants – and cities Mike Brown The shaping of our cities seems to be an advisory battleground. Expert traffic and economic projections were features of the recent part-sale of WestConnex. 4
Passivhaus is affordable and effective, why isn’t it legislated? Nick Lane, PassivePlace Huge savings in energy are available from Passivhaus design, and the cost premium is generally as low as 0-3 per cent in Australia. So what’s stopping a full scale transition?… 4
Wishlist of goals for cities and nationwide planning Willow Aliento MP John Alexander flagged some ambitious goals for cities and nation-wide planning when he addressed The Fifth Estate’s Tomorrowland. Now see what he’s announced. 1
Forget sustainability and trust, you will get that in a box for “free” from Google’s Sidewalk Labs David Chandler, Western Sydney University This is the sort of headline that should be at the top of any minister’s inbox who has responsibility for overseeing Australia’s future in a rapidly changing construction world. 1
How businesses can temper their appetite for energy consumption (and get away from the “all you can eat” buffet) Jonathan Prendergast, University of Technology Sydney For anyone who has bought fresh fruit or vegetables from the side of the road, how rewarding was it?
Commercial 3 – Victoria’s new zone for mixed use and creative industries Mark Woodland, Echelon Planning Victoria’s current zones don’t cater well for these changes. Commercial 3 zone aims to change that.
The anarchy that lies within great urban planning Poppy Johnston Some communities have no choice but to build their own homes, roads and other structures. 9
Moves to stop modern slavery – from investors, business and government Mark Lyster, Action Sustainbility Most Australian organisations have modern slavery embedded in their supply chains. Look hard enough and you’ll find it too! The 2018 Global Slavery Index estimates that there are 40.3 million people…
Having recently priced a couple of passivhaus projects with very practical and enthusiastic construction teams, and while I would love to agree with s…Darren on Passivhaus is affordable and effective, why isn’t it legislated?
Agree, this is a very useful article. While we are on the topic of carbon accounting; why do we focus so much on annual emissions ? It's the accumul…Bruce Precious on 27 cities have peaked their emissions, says C40. Or have they?
OK since the very early days of TFE there's been a dream lurking annoyingly around. Maybe its time has come. A Wikileaks for buildings. It was always …Tina Perinotto on It’s not easy being green: Lendlease’s Elephant Park London under fire for its sustainability claims
So Mike, the fan base is building up. And you know people have a duty to their fans...Tina Perinotto on Hired guns…better known these days as consultants – and cities
Why wellbeing in the office is a team effort A shift in thinking around employee health means more organisations are taking responsibility for helping to support the wellbeing of their workers.
Commercial 3 – Victoria’s new zone for mixed use and creative industries Mark Woodland, Echelon Planning
Moves to stop modern slavery – from investors, business and government Mark Lyster, Action Sustainbility
How businesses can temper their appetite for energy consumption (and get away from the “all you can eat” buffet)
While Canberra dithers, Australian sustainability heavyweights clean up at GRESB, again Poppy Johnston Australian companies continue to dominate the much vaunted annual GRESB stakes for environmental, social and governance benchmarks for real assets, proving that at the top end at least, there’s a strong commitment to sustainability, regardless of the policy vacuum in Canberra.
We the People stirred at Tomorrowland Tina Perinotto There is something almost magical about some events.
Cityswitch: Sustainability engagement coordinator Advertisement The City of Sydney is looking for a sustainability engagement coordinator to join the CitySwitch Green Office program to accelerate action in the business community towards net zero and beyond.
Market Pulse: Architects on the move The Fifth Estate The top names in architecture are branching into new markets to establish a firmer footing in Australia’s fast-growing capital cities. And they’re continuing to add capability in new disciplines such…
The Department of Planning & Environment: Manager, Program Delivery Advertisement Do you want to be part of NSW’s transition to a modern energy system? We are looking for talented and innovative individuals to assist the government in delivering a range of exciting new clean energy projects to drive NSW towards its commitment to net zero emissions by 2050.
ASPECT Studios takes on Adam Kiekebosch as new infrastructure director The Fifth Estate Adam Kiekebosch has joined ASPECT Studios as director of infrastructure after a role with Australian-based infrastructure consulting services company SMEC.
Northrop: Sustainability Group Manager Advertisement Northrop is seeking a Sustainability Group Manager to play a pivotal role in the strategic development of their Sustainability offering in Melbourne.
UDIA’s Ricki Hersburgh joins new community based start-up Urban Development Institute Australia’s sustainability manager Ricki Herburgh has left after more than six years to join Tribus, the creators of a new purpose-built platform for local communities. 2
Sustainability jobs stay strong while resources sector is set to apply pressure again Poppy Johnston Australia’s infrastructure boom continues to ramp up demand for engineers and other construction-related jobs with signs that the resources sector is again on the move and will soon put pressure on the construction sector.
Green Building Council of Australia: Technical Specialist – Sydney Technical Specialist Provide direction for Green Star Certification and development of rating tools Work with Australia’s leading authority on sustainable buildings and communities Fantastic Sydney Barangaroo Location About us The Green…
JLL restructures sustainability after Simone Concha departs The Fifth Estate Simone Concha has left JLL to join the sustainability team at the Western Sydney Airport Corporation (WSA Co).
Cundall: Senior ESD Consultant – Sydney Senior ESD Consultant Cundall is seeking a talented Senior ESD Consultant to join the sustainable design team in their Sydney office and to work on some of the most exciting projects in Australia across a range of sectors.
Fair dinkum power at the polls, Hickory, AREITs, Dick Clarke and population Willow Aliento The Oxygen Files – A new column from associate editor Willow Aliento on what’s happening in sustainability this week and why it’s important to give these stories a clean low-carbon airing.
How businesses can temper their appetite for energy consumption (and get away from the “all you can eat” buffet) Jonathan Prendergast, University of Technology Sydney For anyone who has bought fresh fruit or vegetables from the side of the road, how rewarding was it?
Business case for sustainability in aged care An aged care company’s reduced reliance on coal and other fossil fuels and increased reliance on renewable energy can have a positive economic impact while improving the health of our environment.
Queensland joins Victoria in clean energy crusade State and territory governments are leading the charge on the renewables transition while the Commonwealth is falling short. Latest news in the sector is the Queensland government’s launch of the state’s new publicly owned renewable energy generator last week.
Vicinity’s rooftop solar portfolio hits $75 million Vicinity Centres is pouring an extra $50 million into phase two of its rooftop solar program, which according the retail property management company will make it Australia’s largest-ever property solar program.
High gas prices spurring energy reform in manufacturing sector All eyes are on the manufacturing sector to clean up its carbon emissions act, and now that gas prices are high there’s optimism for serious action.
Victoria announces first microgrid consortium A partnership between RMIT researchers, Moreland Energy Foundation, renewable energy services business, Ovida, and solar retailer Allume Energy has won a $980,000 grant from the Victorian government towards a trial of microgrids for multi-tenanted buildings.
Hired guns…better known these days as consultants – and cities Mike Brown The shaping of our cities seems to be an advisory battleground. Expert traffic and economic projections were features of the recent part-sale of WestConnex. 4
Tomorrowland 2018: the Investor panel turns the spotlight to sustainability Robert Harley Robert Harley takes the helm at the investor panel at Tomorrowland 2018. 2
How construction can improve social value A movement is underway in the UK to encourage the construction industry to do more to improve civil society cohesion and ethics. This is steering the direction of Government legislation.
Lucinda Hartley: Can our Tweets help us build better cities? Lucinda Hartley and co-founder Jessica Christiansen-Franks decided to set up Neighbourlytics last year after realising that the property industry lacked a mechanism for measuring the social value of place. 1
Do we need bi-partisan support to tackle climate? Not any more Climate policy cannot be reduced to a carbon policy. Its strength is in complexity, from local food production to communal transport, renewables and Indigenous rights to say no to coal. We need to forget bi-partisan support and find our democratic strength. 2
Australia is one of the world’s best green bonds performers Canberra’s ongoing climate and energy policy shenanigans have not stopped Australia emerging as “an example of world’s best practice” in developing a home-grown green bond market.
Victoria’s election mode spending focuses on sustainability The Andrews Government in Victoria is shifting into election mode and announcements are coming thick and fast. They range from big shiny promises to initiatives across affordable and social housing, social infrastructure and low-carbon energy projects.
John Alexander: It’s time to stop reactive planning Poppy Johnston A week or so before announcing the mammoth Building Up & Moving Out inquiry into the development of cities, MP John Alexander told the audience at The Fifth Estate’s Tomorrowland that Australia needs to stop its “reactionary” approach to urban planning. 2
27 cities have peaked their emissions, says C40. Or have they? David Thorpe Twenty seven cities, including Melbourne and Sydney, have reached peak greenhouse gas emissions according to the C40 Cities website last week. So how come their emissions are still rising? 2
Wishlist of goals for cities and nationwide planning MP John Alexander flagged some ambitious goals for cities and nation-wide planning when he addressed The Fifth Estate’s Tomorrowland. Now see what he’s announced. 1
Commercial 3 – Victoria’s new zone for mixed use and creative industries Victoria’s current zones don’t cater well for these changes. Commercial 3 zone aims to change that.
The anarchy that lies within great urban planning Some communities have no choice but to build their own homes, roads and other structures. 9
Moves to stop modern slavery – from investors, business and government Most Australian organisations have modern slavery embedded in their supply chains. Look hard enough and you’ll find it too! The 2018 Global Slavery Index estimates that there are 40.3 million people…
Is Australia set to follow Europe and North America with an extreme summer? Over the past three months, the Northern Hemisphere has experienced unprecedented heatwaves, crashing through previous temperature records.
It’s not easy being green: Lendlease’s Elephant Park London under fire for its sustainability claims David Thorpe An urban district development in London by Lendlease has been stirring controversy for years. Here’s an update. 4
Simon Carter: Overcoming the dangers of digital optimism Poppy Johnston Even in 2018, polar extremes still tend to dominate the discussion on digital transformation. Morphosis director Simon Carter is on a mission to change this for the built environment.
Passivhaus is affordable and effective, why isn’t it legislated? Huge savings in energy are available from Passivhaus design, and the cost premium is generally as low as 0-3 per cent in Australia. So what’s stopping a full scale transition?… 4
Wishlist of goals for cities and nationwide planning MP John Alexander flagged some ambitious goals for cities and nation-wide planning when he addressed The Fifth Estate’s Tomorrowland. Now see what he’s announced. 1
Forget sustainability and trust, you will get that in a box for “free” from Google’s Sidewalk Labs This is the sort of headline that should be at the top of any minister’s inbox who has responsibility for overseeing Australia’s future in a rapidly changing construction world. 1
How apartment owners got hooked to pick up the massive bill for dodgy cladding EXCLUSIVE: Victoria’s Planning Minister, Richard Wynne recently dropped a bombshell on thousands of apartment owners whose buildings are covered in flammable cladding. 13
Victoria’s energy efficiency scorecard: Good. Now make it mandatory Victoria’s new tenancy reforms have passed both houses of Parliament and sustainability advocates say this has established the pathway for better energy standards for rental properties, potentially through mandatory disclosure of standards. 1
On why you don’t want to look back (and end up like Lot’s wife) The Fifth Estate Ye gods what’s going on with the Feds? Down the rabbit hole they go again.
Hired guns…better known these days as consultants – and cities Mike Brown The shaping of our cities seems to be an advisory battleground. Expert traffic and economic projections were features of the recent part-sale of WestConnex. 4
Passivhaus is affordable and effective, why isn’t it legislated? Huge savings in energy are available from Passivhaus design, and the cost premium is generally as low as 0-3 per cent in Australia. So what’s stopping a full scale transition?… 4
Commercial 3 – Victoria’s new zone for mixed use and creative industries Victoria’s current zones don’t cater well for these changes. Commercial 3 zone aims to change that.
Moves to stop modern slavery – from investors, business and government Most Australian organisations have modern slavery embedded in their supply chains. Look hard enough and you’ll find it too! The 2018 Global Slavery Index estimates that there are 40.3 million people…
On how to be a really good populist ScoMo: read the mood on climate and win! If you’re confused about Canberra right now, you’re not alone.
Sustainability key to future proofing Australia’s built environment Sustainability is no longer niche, a “nice to have” or optional – it’s the key to future proofing fixed assets in rapidly evolving world.
Jellyfish, capitalism and trees: Perspectives on the human-earth relationship Willow Aliento Climate change is not a binary issue of believe or don’t believe, whether it is examined from the perspective of the economic system, disruptions in the marine environment, or the impact on trees. 1
Fiction: For the Greater Good David Thorpe Carolita was hurrying down the path to her apartment when she was intercepted by her neighbour. “Oh! They’ve cut me off for the rest of the month! I went O-D…
Book review: The Long Goodbye – coal, coral and Australia’s climate deadlock Diving into The Long Goodbye, a Quarterly Essay by Anna Krien, means buckling up for a deeply personal, highly analytical and multi-layered tapestry of nature, politics and personalities.
Not just the petrolheads: we all waste energy slaves Canberra-based science communicator Stuart McMillen regularly publishes non-fiction comics about social and environmental issues. We have previously featured his work on The Fifth Estate, including his comics Peak Oil, St…
Comic: Stuart McMillen on Energy Slaves Cartoonist Stuart McMillen recently shared his comic Energy Slaves on The Fifth Estate, which looked at the human power needed to maintain our lifestyles. Now he has written a series of…
Book review: Positive energy homes – creating passive houses for better living Dr Robin Brimblecombe and Dr Kara Rosemeier’s Positive energy homes will not only be valuable for anyone looking to embrace some or all of the principles of Passive House design, construction and technology, it is also a fantastic primer on the fundamental principles of building physics.
Book review: We do things differently by Mark Stevenson For any of us that have felt deep concern about the lack of vision in government, We do things differently is a timely reminder of the power of grassroots innovation to create solutions to some of the world’s big challenges.
On why you don’t want to look back (and end up like Lot’s wife) The Fifth Estate Ye gods what’s going on with the Feds? Down the rabbit hole they go again.
John Alexander: It’s time to stop reactive planning Poppy Johnston A week or so before announcing the mammoth Building Up & Moving Out inquiry into the development of cities, MP John Alexander told the audience at The Fifth Estate’s Tomorrowland that Australia needs to stop its “reactionary” approach to urban planning. 2
27 cities have peaked their emissions, says C40. Or have they? David Thorpe Twenty seven cities, including Melbourne and Sydney, have reached peak greenhouse gas emissions according to the C40 Cities website last week. So how come their emissions are still rising? 2
It’s not easy being green: Lendlease’s Elephant Park London under fire for its sustainability claims David Thorpe An urban district development in London by Lendlease has been stirring controversy for years. Here’s an update. 4
Simon Carter: Overcoming the dangers of digital optimism Poppy Johnston Even in 2018, polar extremes still tend to dominate the discussion on digital transformation. Morphosis director Simon Carter is on a mission to change this for the built environment.
Fair dinkum power at the polls, Hickory, AREITs, Dick Clarke and population Willow Aliento The Oxygen Files – A new column from associate editor Willow Aliento on what’s happening in sustainability this week and why it’s important to give these stories a clean low-carbon airing.
Hired guns…better known these days as consultants – and cities Mike Brown The shaping of our cities seems to be an advisory battleground. Expert traffic and economic projections were features of the recent part-sale of WestConnex. 4
Cityswitch: Sustainability engagement coordinator Advertisement The City of Sydney is looking for a sustainability engagement coordinator to join the CitySwitch Green Office program to accelerate action in the business community towards net zero and beyond.
Market Pulse: Architects on the move The Fifth Estate The top names in architecture are branching into new markets to establish a firmer footing in Australia’s fast-growing capital cities. And they’re continuing to add capability in new disciplines such…
The Department of Planning & Environment: Manager, Program Delivery Advertisement Do you want to be part of NSW’s transition to a modern energy system? We are looking for talented and innovative individuals to assist the government in delivering a range of exciting new clean energy projects to drive NSW towards its commitment to net zero emissions by 2050.
ASPECT Studios takes on Adam Kiekebosch as new infrastructure director The Fifth Estate Adam Kiekebosch has joined ASPECT Studios as director of infrastructure after a role with Australian-based infrastructure consulting services company SMEC.
Northrop: Sustainability Group Manager Advertisement Northrop is seeking a Sustainability Group Manager to play a pivotal role in the strategic development of their Sustainability offering in Melbourne.
UDIA’s Ricki Hersburgh joins new community based start-up Urban Development Institute Australia’s sustainability manager Ricki Herburgh has left after more than six years to join Tribus, the creators of a new purpose-built platform for local communities. 2
Sustainability jobs stay strong while resources sector is set to apply pressure again Poppy Johnston Australia’s infrastructure boom continues to ramp up demand for engineers and other construction-related jobs with signs that the resources sector is again on the move and will soon put pressure on the construction sector.
Green Building Council of Australia: Technical Specialist – Sydney Technical Specialist Provide direction for Green Star Certification and development of rating tools Work with Australia’s leading authority on sustainable buildings and communities Fantastic Sydney Barangaroo Location About us The Green…
JLL restructures sustainability after Simone Concha departs The Fifth Estate Simone Concha has left JLL to join the sustainability team at the Western Sydney Airport Corporation (WSA Co).
Cundall: Senior ESD Consultant – Sydney Senior ESD Consultant Cundall is seeking a talented Senior ESD Consultant to join the sustainable design team in their Sydney office and to work on some of the most exciting projects in Australia across a range of sectors.
Why wellbeing in the office is a team effort A shift in thinking around employee health means more organisations are taking responsibility for helping to support the wellbeing of their workers.
