Solar PVs and feed-in tariffs
Australia's stationary energy sector, which includes electricity derived from coal-fired power, is responsible for around 50 percent of our greenhouse gas emissions. Despite the perceived failures of government delegates in Copenhagen at the end of 2009, Australia's environmental, economic and energy security remains at risk in the long-term unless we can compete in a low-carbon world.

Successful climate change solutions must target the energy sector to reduce our addiction to coal. Clean energy resources, like solar power, have the capacity to power many Australian homes and businesses and push us in the direction of a cleaner, more sustainable economy...

What does being a Green Professional mean?
Green Professional members are dedicated to ensuring that the transition to a low carbon economy is based on a pragmatic analysis of the social, economic and cultural landscape of our current time. It is understood that this transition will require individual responsibility, community action and government leadership, but the time for practical action is now!

In acknowledging that this is a time of change and significant technological development, Green Professionals are encouraged to continue to develop their knowledge of sustainability through both the Green Professional network as well as private avenues.

Sustainability Drinks
Melbourne Sustainability Drinks has become one of Melbourne's most highly regarded and successful monthly events. An open invitation is extended to all who are "passionate about sustainability"!

This event provides an opportunity to meet other people interested in creating a more sustainable world, exchange ideas and hear different perspectives about the social and environmental challenges we face. Come and meet a wide range of passionate people who are interested in making a positive difference.

It is non-sponsored (ie: you buy your own drinks!) and the atmosphere enables people to introduce themselves and feel comfortable with meeting new people and exchanging ideas. Please join us and invite your friends and colleagues who share the same values.

Also in Adelaide and coming soon to Sydney. Click below to find out more and RSVP (which is essential).

Training
ABSA have yet to release details on the training required to maintain accreditation. However, there are numerous sources of ongoing development for those wishing to continue their education within the Green Collar Industry.

Green Professionals are always on the look out for suitable training opportunities for members. We seek to partner with organisations that have similar values to ours and, where possible, secure discounts for members. At this time we have identified two groups, Aspin Learning and CERES Environment Park, who are offering training we believe is complimentary to the backgrounds of our members. In the future we will be endeavoring to provide training opportunities in the areas of Residential Mandatory reporting, Commercial Environmental Audits and Carbon Accounting.