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lot 19
A little creativity goes a long way at these Castlemaine studios and artspace. |
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| Proprietor | Mark Anstey | |
| Where you can find them |
Address: Lot 19, Langslowe Street, Castlemaine Phone: (03) 5470 5262 Email: markanstey@castlemaine.net Website: www.lot19art.com |
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It's really just as easy as being a waster, and stacks of intellectual and practical fun It's profitable... people really do notice It's a learning process, enjoy it! |
| Saving Energy |
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Turn off equipment when not in use. |
| Saving Water | • • • • • • |
Solar hot water service. Rainwater tanks. Minimise water use. Aquatreat aerobic sewerage treatment which also automatically waters the garden. Minimal flush policy on toilets. Planted trees/gardens throughout the premises using water retention methods and basic permaculture design principals. |
| Reducing waste | • • • • • • • • • |
Separate bins in the kitchen for landfill, and recycling. Double sided printing. Using mugs instead of disposable cups. Straightening nails rather than throwing them out. Almost all building waste recycled from the tip. Very little rubbish created. Full recycling. Buy in bulk with limited packaging. Waste reduction strategies are also a big part of our festivals. |
| Reusing Resources | • • • • • |
Wood offcuts used in efficient slow combustion heater/stove for winter. Sawdust mulch is used on gardens. Recycled paper. Paper use minimal - no newspapers/ advertising etc. Office paper waste (tiny) used to light the fire. |
| Policies & Programs | • • |
Purchasing takes energy rating etc into account. |