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GreenPlumbers is a national training and accreditation program designed to assist plumbers (but open to everyone) about understanding their role in the environment and public health[1]. The organization’s goal is to train plumbers to promote the benefits of water conservation and the reduction of GHG emissions. The focus is on changing consumer and plumbing behavior through the use of energy efficiency and water saving technologies.

GreenPlumbers
Headquarters
Australia Melbourne, Victoria
,
Australia
Websitewww.greenplumbers.com

History

GreenPlumbers is a global brand formed by the Master Plumbers & Mechanical Services Association (MPMSAA)[2] in Australia in 2000, as a result of the severe drought that continues in that country today. The GreenPlumbers curriculum was developed in conjunction with RMIT University (Melbourne)[3] and the Australian Greenhouse Gas Office. The GreenPlumbers brand is owned by Green Invest[4], with training provided by MPMSAA. Onni, Inc. dba GreenPlumbers USA is the contractual arm of Green Invest and MPMSAA in the United States, Canada and Mexico[5].

Training

In cooperation with the MPMSAA and RMIT University, Melbourne, the GreenPlumbers series of workshops have been designed to enhance plumbers skills and knowledge about the environmental considerations of their work[6]. These training opportunities place plumbers in a better position to advise and inform consumers on topics such as: the benefits of energy efficiency; water conservation or the most appropriate and cost effective appliances to suit individual needs[6].

GreenPlumbers training consists of a five-course, 32 hour, accreditation in environmental and technical issues including Climate Care (8 hrs), Caring For Our Water (8 hrs), Solar Hot Water (4 hrs), Water Efficient Technology (8 hrs), and Inspection Report Services (4 hrs)[7].

GreenPlumbers training programs are designed to assist plumbers in understanding their role in relation to environmental & public health, and to provide their customers with up-to-date information and advice on:

  • latest technology and energy saving appliances
  • practical appliances & installation knowledge
  • environmental impacts of plumbing services, appliances and household practices
  • consumer information
  • energy/water/cost savings (short-term and long-term cost comparisons and environmental benefits)[8]


Primary Workshops

GreenPlumbers provides instruction through five primary workshops to accomplish their goal.

  • :Climate Care is a workshop that provides comprehensive instruction on how to take care of our global climate including gas emissions in home and business using topics that cover hot water heating, energy consumption, heating appliances, and cooling appliance.
  • :Caring for Our Water helps to understand the water cycle process and the new technologies and behaviors that contribute to increased conservation through topics like water efficient products, reducing household water consumption, storm water runoff pollution and prevention, and introduction to household water audits.
  • :Solar Hot Water provides information on new technology in the solar hot water industry, rebate information, and retro-fit sizing and installation.
  • :Water Efficient Technology is an overview of the dynamic technologies that will shape future conservation efforts through the use of Recycled Water, rain water, Graywater, Septic Tanks/Wastewater Treatment Systems, and Environmental/Public Health/Safety Regulations.
  • :Inspection Report Services is an overview of domestic and commercial water auditing, inspections and reporting, assessment and strategies, including water and energy audits, commercial/industrial and residential buildings, and creating a master plan for future improvements.

References

  1. ^ http://www.greenplumbersusa.com
  2. ^ http://www.mpmsaa.org.au
  3. ^ http://www.rmit.edu.au
  4. ^ http://www.greeninvest.com/green-plumbers
  5. ^ http://www.onniinc.com/
  6. ^ a b http://www.greenplumbers.com.au
  7. ^ http://www.greenplumbersusa.com
  8. ^ http://www.greenplumbersusa.com/training-accreditation/course-information


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