BEMP Hosts / Supporters
The annual BEMP summit is co-hosted by the following industry associations:
Australian Institute of Architects
Green Building Council of Australia
The Planning Institute of Australia
Contact
PO Box 3373 Manuka ACT 2603
E: events@raia.com.au
P: 02 6121 2000
F: 02 6121 2001
BEMP thanks our sponsors and supporters, without whom the events would not be possible.
If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities please email events@raia.com.au
Sponsors
Platinum Sponsor
BlueScope Steel
BlueScope Steel is proud to be associated with BEMP again in 2010. We are committed to caring for the environment, creating wealth for local communities, respecting local values and encouraging involvement.
BlueScope Steel is dedicated to continual improvement of environmental performance and the efficient use of natural resources. Wherever we operate, we develop, implement and maintain management systems for health, safety, environment and the community that are consistent with internationally recognised standards.
BlueScope Steel is the leading steel company in Australia and New Zealand, supplying a large percentage of all flat steel products sold in these markets. The company's products play a big part in people's everyday lives, being vital components in suburban houses, landmark buildings and structures.
Australia Award for Urban Design Sponsor
Think Brick
Think Brick Australia represents Australia’s leading Clay Brick and Paver manufacturers. Our purpose is to make sure clay brick is recognised as a pre-eminent building material by leading architects, developers, builders and property owners.
In Australia the brick industry is worth $2.0Bn to the economy and employs 30,000 people nationwide in the manufacturing and installation of its product.
Think Brick Australia represents the nation’s leading clay brick and paver manufacturers and is responsible for promoting the contribution that brick makes to the way people live today.
Gold Sponsors
Westpac
Being established in 1817 Westpac is Australia's first company and oldest bank. Westpac is also the largest bank in Australia comprising almost 40,000 employees across multiple brands, servicing 10 million customers via Australia's largest branch network.
In January, The Westpac Group was the only Australian bank to be recognised as one of the 2010 'Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations' announced during the Davos World Economic Forum. Westpac is very proud to be able to service all of our customers by providing financial solutions to enable them to continue to achieve their financial goals even allowing for the adverse economic environment that exists around the world today.
Wood. Naturally Better.
Wood. Naturally Better.™ is a program designed to help professionals and consumers understand how they can play a part in tackling climate change by using one of the most natural materials – wood.
To access a growing range of resources and find more on tackling climate change please visit www.naturallybetter.com.au
Silver Sponsors
Autodesk
Autodesk, Inc., is a world leader in 2D and 3D design, engineering and entertainment software for the manufacturing, building and construction, and media and entertainment markets. Since its introduction of AutoCAD software in 1982, Autodesk continues to develop the broadest portfolio of state-of-the-art software to help customers experience their ideas digitally before they are built. Fortune 100 companies, as well as the last 15 Academy Award winners for Best Visual Effects, use Autodesk software tools to design, visualise and simulate their ideas to save time and money, enhance quality and foster innovation for competitive advantage. For additional information about Autodesk, visit www.autodesk.com.au.
Stephenson Environmental Management Australia
For 25 years Stephenson Environmental Management Australia have been providing industries, local, state, and federal government utilities with quality environmental management solutions. We offer independent advice to our clients in the monitoring, analysis and control, as well as specialist advice for emissions to atmosphere, indoor air quality and industrial and environmental noise.
Department of Climate Change and Energy Efficiency
The Department of Climate Change and Energy Efficiency leads the development and coordination of Australia’s climate change and energy efficiency policy. We are responsible for policy advice, program administration and service delivery in four key areas:
- reducing Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions;
- promoting energy efficiency;
- adapting to climate change; and,
- helping to shape a global climate change solution.
This will help to reduce carbon emissions, mitigate the impact of climate change and help Australia adapt to the inevitable climate change that we cannot avoid.
Through its leadership of a number of projects in the National Strategy on Energy Efficiency, the Department is working actively with States, Territories, industry and the community to develop and implement effective approaches to ensure ongoing improvements in the energy efficiency of Australia’s built environment.
Bronze Sponsor
Northrop
Northrop has been providing specialist engineering services since 1976. Northrop’s philosophy is to remain highly specialised, having enough resources to accommodate large projects, while retaining a company ethos of focusing on personal, customised service.
Northrop represents a refreshing and flexible approach to engineering that facilitates practical and holistic design solutions within a multi-disciplinary team environment Northrop provides close personal attention for each client, endeavouring to find the right solutions for all projects.
northrop.com.au
integratedDESIGNgroup
integratedDESIGNgroup p/l was established as an architectural practice in Bathurst, NSW in 1999 and opened an office in North Strathfield in 2004. The growing team is building a strong reputation in a varied range of architectural endeavour from residential to commercial and institutional projects. Opportunities in advancing residential design has enabled the company to demonstrate insight and innovation in both the character and delivery methods for residential estates.
integratedDESIGNgroup is at the frontier with developers aspiring to a more sustainable ‘urbanity’, housing a population growing in both size and sophistication.
Supporters
Australasian Procurement and Construction Council
Founded in 1967 the Australasian Procurement and Construction Council Inc (APCC) (formerly the National Public Works Council) is the peak council of departments responsible for procurement, construction and asset management policy for the Australian, State and Territory governments and the New Zealand government. Papua New Guinea is an associate member. The APCC has established itself as a national reference point for both government and industry on best practices, principles and emerging issues in procurement, construction and asset management disciplines.
Australian Sustainable Built Environment Council
The Australian Sustainable Built Environment Council (ASBEC) is the peak body of key organisations committed to a sustainable built environment in Australia.
ASBEC members consists of industry and professional associations, non-government organisations and government observers who are involved in the planning, design, delivery and operation of our built environment, and are concerned with the social and environmental impacts of this sector.
ASBEC provides a forum for diverse groups involved in the built environment to gather, find common ground and intelligently discuss contentious issues.
Council of Capital City Lord Mayors
The Council of Capital City Lord Mayors (CCCLM) represents the combined interests of the Capital Cities of the Australian states and territories in their relations with the Federal Government, and facilitates coordination and the sharing of innovative policy ideas across the cities. The CCCLM consists of the principal members of all seven capital city councils and the ACT Minister for Territory and Municipal Services. The CCCLM secretariat is based in Canberra.
Australian Construction Industry Forum
The Australian Construction Industry Forum (ACIF) is focused on creating a competitive construction and property industry that is a leader in building Australia’s prosperity.
As well as facilitating communication between the different interests that make up the construction sector, ACIF provides governments and other agencies with a central and efficient industry liaison point. ACIF harnesses the energies of its members to provide leadership and facilitate change within the industry, to increase productivity, efficiency, research and innovation.
ACIFs flagship Construction Forecasting Council produces the most reliable forecasts of activity in residential and non-residential building, and engineering construction, twice yearly. The data underlying the forecasts, and a summary of the forecasts, are available on line and free at www.cfc.acif.com.au.
Built Environment Industry Innovation Council
Senator Kim Carr, Minister for Innovation, Industry, Science and Research announced the establishment of the Built Environment Industry Innovation Council (BEIIC) and the appointment of Ms Sue Holliday as the inaugural chair of the BEIIC at the 2008 BEMP Summit.
The BEIIC acts as an advisory body to the Minister and as an innovation advocate for the industry. The Council considers industry innovation challenges like climate change, sustainability and industry competitiveness as well as issues such as regulatory reform, workforce capability, skills needs, access to new technologies and other priorities for the industry. Members of BEIIC have been drawn from representatives from business, the research community, unions and government agencies.
The BEIIC will provide leadership to the built environment sector. It will communicate the Government's innovation policies and goals, build relationships and linkages with the Enterprise Connect Network, peak industry bodies and other stakeholders.
Further information available at www.innovation.gov.au/beiic
