Biography
As we tackle the issues of climate change and inevitably move towards a carbon restricted economy, many are looking for a solution for future generations. Sustainability is the solution and John Brodie has the answers to show business how being green will not only improve practice – both socially and environmentally - but may also save money.
John Brodie established VIM Sustainability Consulting in 2003 to cater for the growing demand for his individual expertise and the interest in sustainability, due to our increased awareness of climate change.
When properly managed, sustainability has been proven to increase profits and reduce environmental loads while improving occupant health and comfort. Sustainability is more than changing light globes and installing a water tank - it is a coordinated, cost effective approach and philosophy that minimises risk and maximises opportunity for businesses and homes.
About John Brodie:
John is a construction professional with more than 30 years of experience in a variety of contracting disciplines covering project management, design management, architecture and building.
John is passionate about practical sustainability in the built environment and has promoted sustainable building since the 1970’s to architects, clients and authorities.
Focusing on providing sustainable yet practical concept design, construction and operational management strategies, John offers solutions for all components of the built environment.
In 2010 John is the key facilitator for the University of New England’s Sustainable Facilities Management course.
He lectures part time on Sustainability at the University of Technology in Sydney and was the sustainability expert on Perth’s RADIO 6PR Saturday talkback programme during 2008-09.
Qualifications:
John is a project management graduate from the University of Technology, Sydney. He completed his Masters of Design Science (Sustainable Design) at Sydney University.
His other qualifications include:
• Accredited ‘Green Star’ Professional
• Accredited Thermal Building Assessor in AccuRate second generation thermal and energy analysis software for Association of Building Sustainability Assessors (ABSA)
• Accredited for DesignBuilder and EnergyPlus building thermal and energy modelling software by Institute of Engineers
• Licensed builder
• Full member Association of Building Sustainability Assessors (ABSA)
• Affiliate member Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) (UK)
Previous Engagements
John has presented on many aspects of sustainability at more than 40 conferences nationally, including six conferences this year.
Some of Johns presenting clients include the national Aged Care Associations (ACSA, ACAA) Retirement Living (RVA) assorted Green Hospitals Conferences, Facility Management Associations, NSW Government Housing, Austrade, Catholic Health Care, Baptist Community Services, Macquarie Bank, St John of God Hospitals, Informa, Change Champions, IQPC, DECCW, Uniting Care and an assortment of company boards.
About VIM
During 2009-10 VIM Sustainability consulted on projects valued at more than $400 million. They are the Sustainability consultants for Kmart internationally and are the sustainability consultants for the world’s first Zero Emissions Development (ZED) for community health projects in Sydney and Canberra. Vim Sustainability consulted on over 150 schools in 2009-2010.
VIM provides practical and cost effective sustainability consulting services to health and aged care establishments, retirement villages, high rise commercial projects, clubs, hotels, education facilities, retail, industrial and manufacturing plants, marinas and indigenous projects.
A VIM sustainable aged care project won the Master Builders Merit Award for Energy Efficiency across all genres in NSW for 2006.
