Comparative Analysis of Sustainable Practices: Gold Coast vs. Albany

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The study has been conducted by using secondary research method wherein the articles
and information published by the government were considered. The government websites
provide accurate and updated information related to sustainable engineering practices.
The qualitative analysis tool is used for determining the effects of implementing the
sustainable practices in the City of Albany as well as in the City of Gold Coast (Schultz, et.
al., 2015).
As part of future directions, the authorities at the city of Albany sho
wind and solar energy across all industries. This will reduce the carbo
as the development plans can also be executed. Also, the waste manageme
should include all the major activities and these measures should reduc
waste produced at the production stage itself. Additionally, the use of
has to be minimised and alternative products should be produced (Papas,
From this discussion it can be concluded that sustainable practices have
in the City of Albany as it enables to protect the natural ecology of th
implemented by the authorities in the City of Gold Coast can be analysed
sustainable objectives. It is necessary to save water and other natural
future generations also reap the benefits of these resources. Because of
of the natural resources, it is necessary that the authorities prepare a
participation of the citizens has to be increased by promoting sustainab
educating them regarding the importance of implementing the sustainable
(Source: Ludlam, 2016)
Sustainability measures in the City of Gold Coast Sustainability measures in Albany
The city of Gold Coast has developed a comprehensive The city of Albany community has developed
plan for conserving the natural resources. There are various sustainability measures for ensuring
various factors such as greenhouse emissions, water protection of the natural environment. The aim
and waste management that have been considered as a is to develop a clean and green city by using
part of sustainable practices. The objective of developing renewable energy and by developing and
sustainable practices is to minimise the depletion of the maintaining functional infrastructure. The community
natural resources so that future generations continue to is focused on resolving the challenges related
use these resources for their benefit. The concept of to water management, waste management,
“Sustainable Living” has been adopted so that citizens carbon offset, and sustainable travel (Fraser, 2013).
are able to understand the importance of reducing green The sustainable plans implemented in Albany
house emissions, saving energy, have been given below
water management, and waste management
(Vincelli, 2016). Carbon reduction strategy: The action plan for
reducing the carbon emission has been divided
The following measures have been taken into HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning),
as part of sustainable business practices: internal building lighting, and using alternate energy
Reduced energy consumption: The authorities have in production. Since carbon emissions from transport
developed an Energy Management Plan for generating is a major concern, various initiatives have been
green renewable energy by using solar and wind power. initiatives and improving vehicle performance by
The new technology has been adopted and sustainable increasing the fuel efficiencies (Hurlimann and
building design has been implemented (Lozano, et. al., Wilson, 2018).
2018).
TravelSmart Albany: This is an initiative taken by
authorities for reducing the use of cars and using
alternative modes of travel such as public transport
while commuting to the workplace (Baxter, et. al.,
2018).
Strategic Waste plan: The action plan for the
authorities for developing waste disposal strategies.
The strategic plan also includes exploring new
techniques that can be used for the treatment of
waste products. waste management include
(Source: City of Gold Coast, 2018) increasing the recycling of the waste products.
Waste management strategies: This is developed by
reducing the waste production during the designing stage
itself. For instance, the use of pre-fabricated materials
can be minimised while performing construction activities.
Integrated Coastal Zone Management: This ensures
that sustainable practices are developed while undertaking
developmental activities near the coast line. This enables to
preserve the natural ecology of the coasts and exploitation
of the natural resources such as sand can be minimised.
Water management: In order to save water, appropriate
measures are taken to prevent loss and the citizens are (City of Albany, 2014)
advised to use AAA rated appliances for reducing wastages.
From the information obtained by performing critical analysis it can be stated that sustainable
engineering practices enable to utilise the resources judiciously and the City of Gold Coast
has been able to achieve the desired level of sustainability as the authorities have been
able to provide the required guidance to the citizens. On the other hand, the city of Albany
has developed an effective plan for retaining the natural ecology and reduce carbon emission.
However, the authorities have to take appropriate measures for achieving the objectives of
clean and green city (Yohannes and Paffard, 2016).
The following table presents the major findings of the study:
Definition of Sustainability
“Development that considers covering the requirements of current
generations without compromising the desired abilities of the future generations
to satisfy their needs” – The Brundtland Commission at the United nations
Conference on Environment and Development (Carmenta, et. al., 2016).
Sustainability in Engineering Management
In the field of engineering along with implementing sustainability within products,
Various technology, process, and systems means integrating several social, economic,
as well as environmental factors while evaluating the methods of
completing the assigned projects (Dabhilkar, et. al., 2016).
Engineering Management for a Sustainable Future
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Discussion of the critical Analysis
Major finding
INTRODUCTION/background PHOTO OR EXAMPLE OF THE CITY
CONCLUSIONS
FUTURE DIRECTIONS...
Research Method and analysis tool Explained
Sustainability Action Plan of Albany City of Al
Source: (City of Albany, 2012). Source:
Features City of Gold Coast City of Albany
Carbon emission Energy management plan
for reducing carbon
emission across all
sectors
Focused on reducing
the emission from
vehicles
Energy efficiency Provides guidelines to
the citizens for using
particular electrical
appliances
Provides guidelines
for using advanced
lighting techniques
such as LED for saving
energy
Alternative energy The authorities have
developed guidelines for
using alternative source
of energy such as wind
and solar
The use of solar or
wind energy has not
been implemented
extensively.
Integrated coastal zone
management
The sustainable
practices also includes
safeguarding the coast
line from being
exploited.
The city has not been
able to prevent
extensive use of
coastal resources for
developmental
projects.
Waste management
strategies
The authorities have
developed the plan for
reducing the waste
generated from all
industrial activities
(Hermawan, 2016).
Only recycling
strategy has been
considered as a part
of waste management
strategy.
Participation of local
communities
The local communities
support various
initiatives undertaken
The participation of
the local communities
is limited and

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