David Norman's legacy celebrated in Towards Net Zero Competition
AIRAH has launched its inaugural Towards Net Zero competition with a $10,000 prize, honouring the legacy of David Norman, a pioneering sustainable buildings engineer in Australia.
$10,000 prize on offer in AIRAH's inaugural Towards Net Zero competition honouring David Norman.
What is the AIRAH Towards Net Zero competition and how do I enter for the $10,000 prize?
HVAC and building engineers may find new incentive to pursue net zero projects. Limited direct impact on most tradies' day-to-day work.
Key takeaways
- AIRAH has launched its first Towards Net Zero competition with a $10,000 prize.
- The competition honours David Norman, one of Australia's first sustainable buildings engineers.
- The initiative aims to encourage innovation in net zero building design and engineering.
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