A number of Canberra businesses have been recognised for a commitment to saving water, conserving energy and reducing waste.
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Minister for Environment Simon Corbell presented 11 Actsmart Business Sustainability Awards to organisations from across the territory on Thursday morning.
Among them was the Cheeky Chicken Early Learning Centre in Hughes, which took out the Energy Star and Water Star awards.
The centre insulated its roof, replaced old windows and upgraded LED lights to reduce energy use in its 1970s building.
The centre also adjusted its orientation to maximise natural light, with 75 per cent of the building no longer using artificial light for most of the year.
Meanwhile, a six-star energy-rated plywood floor that can be dry-mopped and more energy-efficient taps and toilets
"Today's awards tell the stories behind the inspiring initiatives of our local business community who are making Canberra more sustainable while cutting business costs at the same time," he said.
"The positive contribution of local business is crucial in making Canberra and the region more sustainable and it's really encouraging to see the number of businesses involved in Actsmart programs growing each year."
Mr Corbell said the Actsmart Business Recycling program was underway at more than 750 sites throughout the ACT and Queanbeyan, allowing more than 40,000 staff to recycle in their workplace.
The Actsmart Business Energy and Water program had helped more than 330 small businesses reduce energy and water consumption, saving an average of $2500 each.
For more information, visit www.actsmart.act.gov.au
Actsmart Business Sustainability Award winners:
Waste Minimisation: Brema Group, Elections ACT
Biggest Recycler – Small event: 4th July Celebrations
Biggest Recycler – Large event: National Folk Festival
Biggest Recycler – Business: National Library of Australia
Motivation Excellence: Belconnen Early Childhood Centre
Small Business Award: Bond Hair Religion
Ministers Award for Leadership: Jancye Winter
Energy Star: Cheeky Chicken Early Learning Centre
Corporate Award: Turner and Townsend
Water Star: Cheeky Chicken Early Learning Centre
Innovation Excellence: Allbids.com.au
