Now you know we get all hyped up when talking about innovation, sustainability, and energy consumption. I’m talking fist-pumping. I’m talking raised voices. I’m talking group high fives. Then imagine the scope of our excitement when we heard about the fantastic system the University of the Sunshine Coast (USC) has put in place to help…
Details1. Apple Park in Cupertino, California Dreamed up by Steve Jobs himself, long before the technology existed to pull it off, Apple’s new campus looks like a spaceship landed in verdant parklands. The building itself breathes, inhaling cool, fresh air through canopies and exhaling warm air back outside through chimney-like shafts. The entire building runs…
DetailsHave you heard the good news? Brisbane is redeveloping Victoria Park Golf Course into a state-of-the-art inner-city green space. Think Central Park, New York. But with native Australian bushland, rockpools, wetlands and water sports, a treehouse, high ropes course, mountain biking trails, an urban farm, outdoor arts and event spaces. It’s incredible to see a…
DetailsAt Natural Cool Air, we believe that it is essential for businesses and individuals to align themselves with The Global Goals for Sustainable Development. Only by taking collective action are we going to facilitate any change in the world. We know there is power in protests to affect change in policies, but we believe in…
DetailsIt is vital for our business to align itself with The Global Goals for Sustainable Development. We have made efforts to implement as many of the 17 goals as we can. One of the major goals we adhere to is Goal #12: Responsible Consumption and Production. Our planet has provided us with an abundance of…
DetailsWhether at home, in the office or in a public space, the quality of the air in our environment has a significant impact on our health, mood and wellbeing. Businesses are beginning to understand and appreciate the importance of maintaining clean, fresh air to increase productivity, patronage and profit. But many people don’t know the…
DetailsINCREASED COMFORT = INCREASED PRODUCTIVITY This month we’re talking about production in the workplace. When your staff are hot, uncomfortable and stuck in a poorly ventilated workspace, they just aren’t going to perform their best. You put thick protective work-gear and an irritable demeanour on top of that, and you’ll undoubtedly see a drop in…
DetailsIt’s no secret that we are advocates for increasing sustainability in our buildings. One of the keys to achieving this is through greater natural ventilation and active air movement. Cities cover 2% of the world’s land area but they account for 70% of greenhouse-gas emissions, 30% of those are generated by buildings. Make cities and…
DetailsSo you love this new craze of indoor plants digging its roots into interior design, but you’re a wee bit sad because of what you consider your black thumb. Well not to worry wanting plant parent, because we have a list of beautiful books that will not only look good on your coffee table but…
DetailsAt Natural Cool Air we support the 17 Global Goals as defined by the United Nations. In 2015, world leaders agreed to 17 goals for a better world by 2030. These goals have the power to end poverty, fight inequality and stop climate change. Guided by the goals, it is now up to all of…
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