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Small and medium facilities management
Understand the technology and strategies required to roll out and maintain energy efficient solutions in the management of small facilities. Learn how to reduce running costs and improve the functionality of your buildings.
Passive design and thermal performance
Gain a practical understanding of passive design principles - the starting point for any sustainable building. This course examines easy to implement design considerations applicable to renovations and new builds.
Participants will be informed of key trends nationally and internationally that will influence building standards in the next 5 years including requirements for the mandatory disclosure of energy performance and leading edge European Passiv Haus standards.
Introduction to residential auditing and energy management
This half-day workshop delivers a solid foundation in concepts, ideas and technologies for energy efficiency and contemporary energy management in residential buildings, it provides the perfect introduction for peopel interested in driving sustainability in their homes and communitiesor becoming invovled in the industry.
STEPS and SDS assessment tools (Local Government)
Building environmental performance for Local Government
This session will introduce the context and tools that support the Sustainable Design in the Planning Process (SDAPP). It is designed specifically for Council practitioners to provide an understanding of SDAPP and the importance of this program to Councils, residents, developers and other stakeholders.
STEPS and SDS assessment tools (Industry)
Building environmental performance for industry
This is a hands-on workshop designed to learn how to use the Sustainable Tools for Environmental Performance Strategy (STEPS) and Sustainable Design Scorecard (SDS) tools and understand their role in assisting planning applications. The sustainability and regulatory context for STEPS and SDS will be clarified, alongside an analysis of relevant VCAT decisions.
Tailored training
MEFL can tailor sustainability and energy management training to meet the particular needs of your staff and organisation. From sustainability professionals to senior management, administrative officers to customer service representatives - all staff can benefit from tailored training and return to work equipped with new skills, ideas and enthusiasm to contribute to a positive, healthy and sustainable workplace.
MEFL training is predicated on ten years of project design and delivery in the community, corporate and government sectors. We have delivered projects based on community behaviour change, facility design and management, large scale community engagement, community bulk buys, renewable energy supply, urban development and consultancy. MEFL is more than just a training organisation and you reap the benefit of that experience.
Find out what your home costs to run (video)
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MEFL's Energy Policy Advocate Eli Court explains the benefits of Mandatory Residential Disclosure.
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ZCM Concession Assist
Keep your home warm in winter and cool in summer - and save money too
Australian studies have shown we waste up to 30% of the energy used in our homes.
Zero Carbon Moreland’s Concession Assist is free for Health Care Card, Concession Card and Pension Card holders living in Moreland.
It will help make your home more comfortable and lower your energy bills by giving you:
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Free products to make your home more energy and water efficient – installed at no charge
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The right energy efficiency advice for your home
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Ongoing support through the Zero Carbon Moreland community program
See the Concession Assist page for more information and to register.
Frequently asked questions - Concession Assist
Concession Assist is a program to improve energy and water efficiency for concession card holders in the City of Moreland, and in the suburbs of Coolaroo, Meadow Heights and Campbellfield.
Click here for more information about Concession Assist.
These frequently asked questions (FAQs) are for City of Moreland residents in Fawkner, Glenroy and Hadfield, and residents of Coolaroo, Meadow Heights or Campbellfield only. If you live elsewhere in the City of Moreland click here for FAQs.
Who is eligible for Concession Assist?
Moreland residents in Fawkner, Glenroy or Hadfield and residents of Coolaroo, Meadow Heights or Campbellfield who hold a Concession Card, Health Care Card or Pension Card.
I rent. Can I use the service?
Yes, but you may need to get permission from your landlord. Alternatively, there are improvements your Home Energy Adviser can recommend that don’t need landlord’s permission. Kildonan UnitingCare can help you get permission from your landlord. A tailored renters’ package is available.
Is the Home Energy Check really free?
Yes. Concession Assist is free for Health Care, Pension and Concession Card holders living in the City of Moreland and for residents of Coolaroo, Meadow Heights and Campbellfield.
How do I know I can trust the Concession Assist service?
All Kildonan UnitingCare Home Energy Advisers and Home Improvement Installers have completed government accredited training and observe the highest safety standards.
How long will the Home Energy Check take?
The appointment will last 1.5 - 2 hours. Products are provided and installed free of charge during the check-up. A second appointment may be required to install window shading.
Why improve energy and water efficiency at home?
Government studies have shown Australian households waste up to 30 percent of the energy used in our homes. With Concession Assist you can improve the energy and water efficiency of your home – making your home cheaper to run and more comfortable.
How can I improve energy and water efficiency at home?
The Concession Assist program starts with a free Home Energy Check where our program partner, Kildonan UnitingCare, identifies ways to improve energy and water efficiency, installs free products and provides information to help you save money and make your home more comfortable.
Why are Moreland Energy Foundation and Kildonan UnitingCare helping me reduce my energy and water use?
Because saving energy and water helps reduce bills and carbon pollution. Moreland Energy Foundation and Kildonan UnitingCare are delivering a project as part of Sustainability Victoria’s Energy and Water Taskforce to help improve household energy and water efficiency for residents with a Concession Card, Health Care Card or Pension Card.
What is Moreland Energy Foundation?
Moreland Energy Foundation Limited (MEFL) is a not-for-profit organisation working in Moreland for over 10 years to help households and businesses improve energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
What is Kildonan UnitingCare?
Kildonan UnitingCare has been serving the Australian Community since 1881, and specialises in delivering effective community services and addressing issues of social and economic hardship.
Find out more about what we do
Frequently asked questions - Concession Assist
Concession Assist is a program to improve energy and water efficiency for concession card holders in the City of Moreland.
Click here for more information about Concession Assist.
These frequently asked questions (FAQs) are for City of Moreland residents. However click here for FAQs if you live in Fawkner, Glenroy or Hadfield.
Who is eligible for Concession Assist?
City of Moreland residents who hold a Concession Card, Health Care Card or Pension Card.
I rent. Can I use the service?
Yes, but you may need to get permission from your landlord. Alternatively, there are improvements your Home Energy Adviser can recommend that don’t need landlord’s permission. Brotherhood Green can help you get permission from your landlord. A tailored renters’ package is available.
Is the Home Energy Check really free?
Yes. Concession Assist is free for Health Care, Pension and Concession Card holders living in the City of Moreland.
How do I know I can trust the Concession Assist service?
All Brotherhood Green Home Energy Advisers and Home Improvement Installers have completed government accredited training and observe the highest safety standards.
How long will the Home Energy Check take?
The appointment will last 1.5 - 2 hours. Products are provided and installed free of charge during the check-up. A second appointment may be required to install window shading.
Why improve energy and water efficiency at home?
Studies have shown Australian households waste up to 30 percent of the energy used in our homes. With Concession Assist you can improve the energy and water efficiency of your home – making your home cheaper to run and more comfortable.
How can I improve energy and water efficiency at home?
The Concession Assist program starts with a free Home Energy Check where our program partner, Brotherhood Green, identifies ways to improve energy and water efficiency, installs free products and provides information to help you save money and make your home more comfortable.
If I previously participated in Warm Home Cool Home can I also take part in Concession Assist?
No. Concession Assist was previously known as Warm Home Cool Home, so if you participated in Warm Home Cool Home you have already received your free Home Energy Check and free energy and water efficiency product installation as part of the program.
Why are Moreland Energy Foundation and Brotherhood Green helping me reduce my energy use?
Because saving energy helps reduce energy bills and carbon pollution. Moreland Energy Foundation and Brotherhood Green are delivering a project as part of the Australian Government’s Solar Cities program to help improve household energy efficiency for residents with a Concession Card, Health Care Card or Pension Card.
What is Moreland Energy Foundation?
Moreland Energy Foundation Limited (MEFL) is a not-for-profit organisation working in Moreland for over 10 years to help households and businesses improve energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
What is Brotherhood Green?
Brotherhood Green is a social enterprise of the Brotherhood of St Laurence and Sustainability Victoria.
