Hornsby RSL: Championing Environmental Sustainability

The Club has played a significant role in supporting emissions reduction, accelerating electrification, and fervently advocating for a greener future.

Earlier this year, the Club received recognition at the ClubsNSW Clubs & Community Awards, securing the top gong in the Sustainability category.

For Hornsby RSL, adopting environmentally friendly practices is a strategic priority and a central feature of future development and capital expenditure plans.

Since 2008, the Club has invested in various initiatives, including an energy monitoring system, a solar heat-management coating system, upgrades to LED lights, and solar installation. More recently, the venue introduced PulpMaster, a food waste management system. This has enabled the Club to convert 37,675 litres of food waste into garden fertiliser.

The introduction of BottleCycler has supported the Club in reducing their glass waste volume by 80 per cent. The innovative glass-crushing machine compresses bottles instantly and recycles them into a new glass container. Reduced glass volume minimises CO2 pollution, contamination and waste.

But it doesn’t end there. The Club is also exploring additional short and long-term sustainability projects, including electric vehicle charging facilities and paperless options.

Many other clubs have adopted a range of energy-efficient practices, including smart energy management programs, voltage optimisation technology, solar photovoltaic systems, and electric vehicle charging stations. As climate risks are projected to increase, it is important venues continue to consider their carbon footprint.

Watch Hornsby RSL’s environmental initiatives in action here.

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If your club has implemented any innovative green initiatives, let us know by sending an email to [email protected].