Australian Sustainable Schools Initiative Victoria - ResourceSmart AuSSi Vic The ResourceSmart AuSSI Vic Framework

Australian Sustainable Schools Initiative Victoria - ResourceSmart AuSSI Vic

As part of the national program, Victoria has developed a strategic planning framework for all schools referred to as ResourceSmart AuSSI Vic. This framework provides a holistic approach to sustainability. It integrates educational, environmental, social and economic outcomes so that schools do not see each area in isolation but as components of the bigger picture of sustainability. ResourceSmart AuSSI Vic is the single call-to-action for all Victorians to conserve energy, materials and water – at home, at work, at school and out and about. It will also deliver practical advice Victorians need to make the necessary changes in their lives to become ResourceSmart.

The ResourceSmart AuSSI Vic Framework

ResourceSmart AuSSI Vic is a customised program of five modules that schools complete at their own pace: The Framework consists of : Core module: Strategic Planning Resource modules: Action and Projects Biodiversity - developing indigenous gardens that attract native butterflies and birds, developing theme and curriculum based gardens and habitats and developing watering systems. Energy - energy conservation, renewable energy, air quality and reduction in greenhouse gas emissions; Water - water conservation and storm water management; Waste - waste/ litter minimisation and recycling; Depending on the ResourceSmart AuSSI Vic modules completed, schools will focus on aiming to achieve the aspirational reduction targets and reaching the best practice benchmarks (per student per year, prim/sec) listed below: • Reduce waste to landfill by 70%, aim for 0.3m3/student/ year • Reduce water use by 40%, aim for 4KL/student/year • Reduce energy use by 25%, aim for 250/400 KWh /student/yr • Reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 80%, aim for 0.4/0.6 T CO2 /student/yr • Increase habitat by 50% on or off site (locality) • Reduce weeds by 60%