Resources
If you need resources and guides tailored for sustainability, resilience in apartments, units, and townhouses, this page is your new best friend.
These resources have been collected with Victorian audiences in mind but they are collected from across Australia. Despite the different owners corporation legislation in each state and territory, there’s lots we can learn from each other.
Case study: Christie Walk, Adelaide
Christie Walk, located in the south of Adelaide’s CBD is an eco-community of 27 households, catering for up to 45 people on 2000sq metres around 30% of which is green space. Homes are a combination of apartments and townhouses.
Longterm resident of Christie Walk, Sue Gilbey, shares her inspiring story.
Case study: Antias Building solar, lighting & EV
The Antias building, with 43 apartments and part of the Jackson’s Landing precinct in Pyrmont, has undertaken significant efforts to enhance its environmental sustainability since its completion in June 2012.
Unlocking Sustainable Strata: Typology infographics
If you’re looking for a place to start, we recommend the Unlocking Sustainable Strata infographics. The infographics provide an overview of what’s possible in different types of buildings: Townhouses, Low-rise apartments, Medium-rise apartments, High-rise apartments.
Watch: Electric-ready Apartment Buildings
The fabulous City of Sydney hosted a practical and inspiring webinar on why apartment buildings should electrify their assets and how to make it happen.
Guide to Solar for Apartments
Whether you’re an owner-occupier or a tenant, if you live in an apartment or multi-unit complex in Victoria and you’re interested in installing solar, this Guide is for you.
Energy guide for apartment buildings
The Energy Guide was developed by City of Sydney. Follow the steps in this guide to manage your building’s energy use and save money along the way.
Solar solutions for your apartment community
It’s time to explore solar for your apartment. Learn about solar sharing technology, hear from Solar Victoria about rebates, and understand opportunities to plug into renewable energy through an embedded network.