The emissions inventory showed that eight percent of emissions could be attributed to fuel combustion and company-owned vehicles and were thus the result of direct use by UniSA. Ninety-two percent of the emissions were from indirect sources, including purchased electricity and products and contracted services. With this information, emissions reduction targets were set.
The goal for UniSA for the period 2007 -- 2012 is a six percent reduction in emissions. To support this goal, UniSA has a five-star Green Star design standard for all new buildings and a four-star Green Star designed standard for all refurbishments. Any vehicle emissions are offset through Greenfleet. By 2020, it is hoped that emissions will have been reduced by twenty-five percent of 2007 levels.
Five-star Green Star design buildings offer additional advantages along with helping to reduce carbon emissions. They are less expensive...
They may help retain employees as workers appreciate the value of working for an institution that has demonstrated a commitment to improving the environment. Employees who express greater satisfaction in the workplace are more productive.
The presentation concluded with photographs of the MIRVAC School of Sustainable Design. As the pictures clearly show, it is possible to create environmentally-friendly structures that are functional as well as beautiful to behold. The use of plant materials within interior spaces serves as a reminder that taking care of our environment should be the most important consideration in building for the future.
Reference
Marshall, Adrian. "Carbon Emissions Reduction Target." Powerpoint presentation for Name
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