Sustainable living

Apply now to become part of our Smart Green Apartments program

Get free expert advice to reduce your building’s water and energy use

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If you own an apartment in a block of more than 70 units, this is a great opportunity to get your building in better shape.

We’ve helped more than 232 buildings reduce energy and water use and cut bills by almost a third.

Here are a few examples of what buildings in our area have achieved:

  • Windsor on Kent, a 32-storey apartment building in the city reduced common area energy use by 34% in 6 months.
  • Hyde Park Towers, a 32-storey apartment building on Elizabeth Street reduced energy use by 50% and saved $655,000.
  • Highgate, a 31-storey apartment building in Millers Point reduced annual energy use by 21% and saved $56,359.

Program snapshot

Each participating strata plan receives:

  • energy and water assessments – NABERS rating
  • an energy action plan with recommended improvements
  • a presentation on NABERS ratings and energy action plans
  • tailored advice on improving waste management and recycling
  • a WaterFix program by Sydney Water, if the building meets certain criteria
  • access to webinars, resources and opportunities to connect with people in other buildings through our leadership network.

How to apply

Find out more and apply by 6 November. Let us help your building get in better shape.

Got questions?

We'd love to help you if you have any queries about the program. Get in touch with Ailsa McConnachie-Folwell.

T. 02 9288 5960

E. AMcConnachieFolwel@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au

Published 12 August 2022, updated 26 October 2023