Our vision for the future is Townsville and North Queensland being 'the center' for renewable energy and sustainable energy management for Tropical Australia and the Pacific.

To that end we are looking for other like minded businesses to join us in our new offices at Number 4 The Strand, Townsville, to create a hub of expertise and experience. We are already in discussion with several business, so if you are interested please be quick and contact us to talk about the opportunities!

In the workshops the participants will learn:

• how renewable power systems work, the challenges and the opportunities
• how to analyse a system design and how to negotiate with the installer
• what renewable power systems cost and how to make informed purchasing decisions
  
• the current funding programs and their requirements.
  

Workshops will be held over two days at Hidden Valley Cabins, Australia's first carbon neutral resort, run on 100% solar power.

For workshop schedules and booking information please view the workshop flyer (PDF) here.

For a description of workshop content and structure please click here to view a PDF.

Frank has been invited to speak at the Emergency Power Supply Conference 2008, in Brisbane on 23-24 July. Frank will speak at 11am on the 23rd and present a paper on the Hybrid power system we have designed and are installing on Lady Elliot Island in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.

The conference is a must for anyone responsible for ensuring a continuity of power during a failure of electrical supply. National and international speakers will present a variety of case studies with Frank being one of only two speakers chosen to present on renewable energy systems.

For more information about the conference please download the information booklet (PDF) by clicking here.

Over August 22-24, Hughenden will host the Arid Lands Festival and Expo. This will feature an endurance camel race, a photographic competition and many concerts.

A summit will also take place bringing together experts, policy makers, land managers, farmers, environmentalists and government agencies from across the globe to share their knowledge on the latest developments in control and management of natural resources in arid zones.

Tropical Energy Solutions has been asked to present information and case studies on renewable energy systems at the summit.

We are also in discussion with the organisers who aim to build an Arid Lands Environmental Park, showcasing best practice building techniques to minimise energy and water use in arid homes and businesses. We have been asked to provide the technical consultation for the energy scope of this project and to supply an off-grid solar power system.

To learn more about the Arid Lands Festival please visit www.aridlandsaustralia.org

On 23 May, we officially opened our new offices at Number 4 The Strand, Townsville.

Guests were treated with many sensory delights including a photographic art show courtesy of Kathleen Swalling and David Wachenfeld, easy rock from our live music man Nathan, fine wine, Champagne and yummy food. Our great thanks to all who attended and celebrated this important step for us. For those who did not make it, we look forward to welcoming you in, next time you are in the area.

Number 4 The Strand

We are privileged to now occupy a building in a prime location with the wonderful people from the Townsville Port Authority as our Landlord.

The building is an excellent example of appropriate design for a tropical location. It is well ventilated from gentle sea breezes and ample natural light brightens the inside. Being true to what we teach, we should never have need to use our air-conditioners (except for a few pesky days in the wet season). If it is so dark outside, that we think about turning the lights on...it is probably time to go home!

Please stop in a catch up. We look forward to seeing you.

Our new contact details are here.

After completing their course both Frank and Andrew have been accredited as ecoBiz Facilitators.

ecoBiz is the Queensland EPA's flagship partnership program with businesses to identify efficiencies in waste, water and energy for financial and environmental benefits.

Tropical Energy Solutions has been endorsed to assist businesses take advantage of profitability through improved environmental performance and assist in applying for state government funding to offset the cost of these efficiency measures.

For more information on the ecoBiz Program click here.

The Going Green Workshop series was launched in Townsville on Monday, 07 April. In attendance was the Mayor of Townsville, representatives of the Federal Minister for Innovation, Industry, Science and Research, the CEO of Townsville Enterprise Limited and significant members of Ergon Energy, the GBRMPA, Townsville City Council and other peak regional bodies.

Townsville Launch
L to R: Graham Poon, Brett Henderson (Austrade), Glenys Schuntner (CEO-TEL), Andrew Chapman, Cr Les Tyrell (Mayor of Townsville), Frank Dallmeyer
 

Workshops have now been delivered in may regional centers throughout North Queensland. All workshop participants have left feeling enthusiastic and empowered to make a change in their business to increase bottom line profitability.

To learn more about the workshops or to read some participant comments go to www.goinggreenbiz.com or please call us.

February 2008: Townsville City Council Expo

On 23 and 24 February we took part in Townsville’s first Expo showcasing products and services for use in homes that save water, reduce waste, increase recycling, or provide cleaner energy. It was a successful and enjoyable event with large crowds in attendance on both days.

On the Saturday, Frank gave a talk about Energy Savings Opportunities in the Home and Office. To view a copy of that presentation click here.

Joining us at the Expo for Saturday was Graham Poon of Kleinhardt Business Consultants in Cairns. Kleinhardt's are the coordinators of the Going Green Program and the Kleinhardt Sustainability and Eco-efficiency Group. The Going Green program has generated a great deal of interest amongst the community and we had many businesses sign up to receive more information .

The Smart Home and Lifestyle Sustainability Expo was held at the City Council Offices in Walker Street.