SustainABILITY

Workshops

SustainABILITY

4-hour private workshop at Melbourne Zoo or a location of your choice

This training is for businesses, organisations and groups who want to improve the management of their environmental impact. Using real examples and lessons learnt, the workshop covers a variety of topics that you can select to suit your needs. 

Choose from: 

  • Environmental Management System (EMS) – using an EMS to become IS014001 certified 

  • Energy – monitoring energy usage, securing 100% renewal energy through on-site and off-site initiatives, and identifying energy efficiency opportunities 

  • Carbon Neutral and Net Zero Emissions – achieving carbon neutrality through emissions inventory measurements and projects for carbon reduction 

  • Waste – minimising landfill waste, managing problem waste and using an Environmental, Social and Governance procurement framework 

  • Water – harvesting stormwater and use recycled water for horticulture 

Keynotes

These 30-minute keynotes are presented by Zoos Victoria experts. You can come to us, or we can come to you (additional charges may apply). Keynotes are offered during weekday business hours, excluding public holidays.

Carbon Neutral Zoo 

$770 incl GST
This keynote is for a general audience and explores how Zoos Victoria reduces its environmental impact. Learn about environmental sustainability initiatives like renewable energy, energy efficiency and composting lots of animal poo. 

Environmental Efficiency 

$770 incl GST
This keynote is for professionals working in government, business and not-for-profits, and explores the ins and outs of Zoos Victoria’s Environmental Management System. Learn about programs that are mitigating climate change and improving resource efficiency. 

Free resources

Sustainability at Zoos Victoria 

This page explores Zoos Victoria’s commitment to environmental sustainability and the documents that guide our decision-making. 

 

Sustainable Development Goals 

This video describes how Zoos Victoria has aligned its environmental sustainability initiatives with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. 

Energy Efficiency at Werribee Open Range Zoo 

This video explains how Werribee Open Range Zoo has reduced its carbon footprint through a number of energy efficiency measures. 

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