ENERGY STAR in Australia and New Zealand

Australian Government - Australian Greenhouse Office

The Australian Government through the Australian Greenhouse Office has initiated a range of programmes designed to minimise the environmental and economic costs of excess energy consumption. These programmes include the Greenhouse Challenge and Cities for Climate Protection which assist industry, Australian Government agencies and local government to reduce greenhouse emissions and energy costs.
Email: energy.star@greenhouse.gov.au
Web site: www.greenhouse.gov.au

Australian Capital Territory (ACT)

ENERGY STAR compliant office equipment and home electronics products are currently available in the ACT: look for products from ENERGY STAR manufacturing partners when you next buy a PC, printer, photocopier, fax machine, TV, VCR, audio or DVD product.

For free, independent energy information and advice, residents of the ACT can contact the ACT Energy Advisory Service. The EAS is located at the Canberra Building Information Centre, 241 Northbourne Avenue, Lyneham, ACT 2602.
Phone: 6247 2126; fax 6257 8349
Email: energy@mba.org.au
Web: www.mba.org.au/eas.htm

For general information on environmental issues and environmental programmes, including the ACT Greenhouse Strategy, refer to the Environment Information Centre:
Helpline: phone 6207 9777; fax 6207 2316
Web: www.environment.act.gov.au/ie4

New South Wales - Sustainable Energy Development Authority

In NSW, the Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) has successfully managed an ENERGY STAR programme since 1997, and it is this programme that was amplified into the National programme. Partnerships have been forged with many leading office equipment and home electronics suppliers and major NSW customers, resulting in thousands of dollars worth of savings across the NSW commercial and residential sector. ENERGY STAR is enabled as part of SEDA's Energy Smart Business, Building Greenhouse Rating and Energy Smart Government programmes.

Energy Star products are also promoted through SEDA's Live Energy Smart programme, which encourages NSW residents to adopt energy efficient products and behaviours.
Web: www.seda.nsw.gov.au
Web: www.energysmart.com.au

Northern Territory

The Government Energy Management programme (GEMP), within the NT Department of Transport and Works, was established in 1986 to help Northern Territory Government agencies manage their energy costs and consumption through:

funding energy conservation projects
providing energy management services
monitoring and reporting on building energy consumption
pursuing whole-of-government strategic frameworks.

The two key foci of the new NT Government Energy Management Strategy are to achieve a 5% reduction in energy use per person in 2-3 years and to develop mandatory building energy performance standards for government buildings.
To help agencies achieve a 5% per person energy use reduction, GEMP promotes the activation of ENERGY STAR features on personal computers and other office equipment where technically feasible.
Web: www.nt.gov.au/ipe/dtw

Queensland - Environmental Protection Agency

The Queensland Environmental Protection Agency's Sustainable Industries Division promotes the development and uptake of renewable energy technologies and energy efficiency initiatives in Queensland.

Partnerships with industry promote and facilitate the implementation of sustainable energy practices and technologies, addressing both business practice and building design. The Queensland Sustainable Energy Innovation Fund, a joint project with industry, provides assistance in developing products and services that encourage the efficient and sustainable production and use of energy in Queensland.

The Energy Advisory Service provides impartial, professional advice on energy efficiency and renewable energy for householders, educators and small business people. The services offered include:

demonstrating ways to make a home or building more energy efficient, using a combination of simple design principles, insulation and ventilation, appropriate building materials, window protection and shading
providing a house plan energy assessment and rating service (by arrangement only)
helping householders and small businesses save on their energy costs for lighting, heating/cooling, appliances, hot water, office equipment
developing energy audit kits for householders, small business and schools
promoting the use of renewable energy resources, including solar, wind, water, biomass, cogeneration
advising on the Queensland and Commonwealth Government rebate schemes that encourage the use of renewable resources, including the Solar Hot Water Rebate Scheme, the Remote Area Power Supply (RAPS) Rebate Scheme, the Working Property Rebate Scheme, the Photovoltaic Rebate programme for community buildings and for residential purposes
providing a list of suppliers of energy efficient products and energy management services
providing student resources and a reference collection.

Phone: 1300 369 388 - Energy Advisory Service
Web: www.env.qld.gov.au

South Australia - Energy SA

Through Energy SA the South Australian Government has developed a series of Sustainable Energy Objectives and taken a number of initiatives to improve energy efficiency and reduce the greenhouse gas emissions associated with energy use. Government Energy Management has been prepared to address reducing energy waste in public sector operations. South Australia works closely with State, Territory and Commonwealth governments on national programmes such as the National Greenhouse Strategy and the Greenhouse Challenge. The State also contributes to international energy efficiency understanding through CADDET.

The Energy SA Advisory Centres provide a free, independent advisory service on all aspects on energy, its efficient use and safety practices. Staff provide this service to visitors, and for phone, fax and email enquiries. A wide range of literature is available to be picked up or posted out. An internet service is available for visitors to access the Energy SA website at www.energy.sa.gov.au for specific detailed information. The Centres are located on the ground floor of 101 Grenfell Street and L16, 30 Wakefield Street, Adelaide. They are open to the public Monday to Friday 8.45am to 5.00pm. Telephone (08) 8204 1888; Freecall 1800 671 907 (SA country callers only; Email energy.sa@saugov.sa.gov.au
Web: www.energy.sa.gov.au

Tasmania - Office of Energy, Planning and Conservation

In Tasmania, The Department of Infrastructure, Energy and Resources' Office of Energy, Planning and Conservation (OEPC) provides policy advice on energy related matters, including energy efficiency.

Tasmania is involved in a number of initiatives to improve energy efficiency including:

active participation in the development of the National Framework for Energy Efficiency
the introduction of the Compulsory Appliance Labelling Scheme and Minimum Energy Performance Standards Regulations
the adoption of energy efficiency measures in building standards.

The OEPC strives to provide a reliable, efficient, safe and sustainable energy system and to promote energy efficiency and energy conservation.
Web: www.dier.tas.gov.au/energy/index.html

Victoria - Sustainable Energy Authority

The Sustainable Energy Authority (SEAV) was established in 2000 by the Victorian Government to provide a focus for sustainable energy in Victoria.

The Authority's website contains detailed sustainable energy advice and information for homes, businesses and government, including reference to and promotion of ENERGY STAR-compliant appliances for relevant applications.
Web: www.seav.vic.gov.au

Western Australia - Sustainable Energy Development Office

The Sustainable Energy Development Office was established in November 2001 and is focused on delivering the Government of Western Australia's sustainable energy policy. The Sustainable Energy Development Office's role is to increase the use of renewable energy and energy efficiency, and to further develop a sustainable energy industry, which contributes to the State's economy.

The Sustainable Energy Development Office promotes simple, cost-effective ways for householders, businesses and government agencies to better manage energy and make a tangible difference in the community.

The Sustainable Energy Development Office runs a range of programmes and services in the area of energy efficiency and renewable energy including:

Free independent advice on a wide range of energy-saving ideas via the Energy Smart Line. (phone 1300 658 158).
Brochures are available including Energy Efficient Housing, Energy Efficient Appliance brochures, the First Steps to Summer Cooling, Choosing an Air-Conditioner, Home Insulation, Choosing a Hot Water System, Solar Hot Water, Ways to Winter Warmth, Choosing a Heater, and Cooking.
For a list of suppliers of energy efficient and renewable energy products and services, visit the Energy Smart Directory (www1.energysmartdirectory.com/)
Guidelines and application forms for the Renewable Energy Water Pumping programme, Energy Remote Area Power Systems Rebate Scheme and the Photovoltaic Rebate programme - www1.sedo.energy.wa.gov.au/pages/funding.asp

Phone: (08) 9420 5600
Email: sedo@energy.wa.gov.au
Web: www.sedo.energy.wa.gov.au

New Zealand - Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority

ENERGY STAR compliant office equipment is currently available in New Zealand, and the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority actively promotes the use of energy efficient equipment and appliances. Personal computers and other office equipment use a significant, and growing, proportion of the energy consumed in commercial buildings. This adds to electrical load and energy use directly, and by adding to airconditioning requirements in many buildings.

The office equipment programme seeks to reduce this energy use by way of two initiatives:

The Switch Off campaign aims to reduce the considerable amount of wastage that occurs when equipment is left running overnight and at weekends.
The ENERGY STAR initiative aims to promote the activation of the ENERGY STAR power-down features which are available in most new PCs and other equipment but are often not activated by suppliers or users.

Web: www.eeca.govt.nz