Building a green future for Australia's Red Centre
Source. NT. Chief Minister
"Federal Environment Minister Peter Garrett and Chief Minister Paul Henderson have launched the $37 million Alice Springs Solar City, which will help the local community save energy, save money and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. As part of the launch Minister Garrett joined Northern Territory Chief Minister Paul Henderson to open the Alice Solar City Smart Living Centre. This is fantastic one-stop shop showcases solar hot water, photovoltaic systems, energy efficient lighting and smart metering technologies – with a host of solar and energy-saving offers, Mr Garrett said. For example, energy-wise residents who cut their electricity use by between 10 to 20 per cent will receive a 10 per cent discount on their bill. If they cut their bill by even more they are rewarded with a 20 per cent discount"