2012 Australasian Sponsorship Opportunities

A unique sponsorship opportunity to associate your organisation with THE leading

Sustainbility Awards Scheme

info@acts.asn.au | www.acts.asn.au

Your Invitation from the ACTS President

Support for the Green Gown Awards AustralasiaAustralasian Campuses Towards Sustainability (ACTS) is delighted to invite you to sponsor the 2012 Green Gown Awards Australasia. The Awards recognise the excellent work and continued progress to embed sustainability into further and higher education institutions. Sponsoring a Green Gown Award Australasia not only means you will be associated with THE sustainability awards in tertiary education, it also provides your organisation with the opportunity to connect with key staff in the sector. We are keen to build working relationships with businesses who see the value in sustainability, and importantly, in connecting with those who practice sustainability within tertiary education. If this sounds of interest then I encourage you to get involved with this prestigious event.

We look forward to seeing you at our Awards Ceremony!

Leanne DenbyPresident of ACTS-on behalf of the ACTS Executive Board

Winners celebrate with their recycled glass trophies at the 2011 ACTS Conference Awards Dinner

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ACTS Advisory Board Members

Andrew ChamberlainAssociation of Research Mangers & Administrators (ARMA), UK.

Camille CarrollActing Director, Climate Change and Green Skills Taskforce, Department of Education,Employment and Workplace Relations, Australia.

Professor Geoff ScottPro Vice Chancellor (Quality) University of Western Sydney, Australia.

Professor John FienProfessor of Sustainability in the Innovation Leadership Programme, RMIT University, Australia.

Leith SharpFormer Director of Harvard Sustainability Office, Cambridge, USA.

Manny SpiteriDirector of Business Aide – Eco Consulting, Australia.

Matt RobinsonNational Business Development Manager, InterfaceFLOR, Australia.

Professor Steven SchwartzVice Chancellor, Macquarie University, Board Member of Universities Australia (UA), Australia.

Fraser LoviePolicy Advisory at the University of Aberdeen and board member and Scotland Convenor for EAUC, UK.

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About the Green Gown Awards Australasia

2011 WinnersSTUDENT INITATIVES & CAMPAIGNS

• Winners: The University of Adelaide• Highly Commended: Curtin University

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT – INSTITUTIONAL CHANGE

• Winner: La Trobe University• Highly Commended: TAFE NSW Northern Sydney

Institute

LEARNING & TEACHING

• Winner: RMIT University• Highly Commended: Australian National University• Highly Commended: Swinburne University of

Technology

CONTINUOUS IMPROVMENT – SPECIFIC AREA

• Winner: University of Canterbury• Highly Commended: Victoria University

ACTS AWARD OF EXCELLENCE

• Winner: Charles Sturt University

TAFE & SMALLER INSTITUTIONS

• Winner: TAFE NSW New England Institute• Highly Commended: TAFE SA Regional Institute

THE Sustainability Award to WinThe Green Gown Awards Australasia is the FIRST and only Award scheme dedicated to recognising excel-lence in sustainability within the tertiary education sector in Australia and New Zealand. Now in their third year, the Awards aim to recognise those institutions that are leading the way within sustainability, provid-ing a real and very positive platform for others to aspire to.

History of the Green Gown AwardsFounded in 2004 in the UK by HEEPI, and now run by the Environmental Association for Universities and Colleges (EAUC), the UK Awards were created to recognise and reward those institutions making a posi-tive impact towards sustainability within the education sector. As sustainability has moved up the global agenda, within business, government and at home, the Green Gown Awards have provided the opportu-nity to recognise and reward sustainability excellence. They have grown in size, reputation and prestige year on year, gaining high credibility and recognition within the sector. They are now firmly embedded in the education sector calendar and are THE sustainability Award to win!

Celebrating SuccessFollowing the extremely successful launch of the Awards in Melbourne in 2010, the 2011 Green Gown Awards Australasia, at the prestigious national wine centre in Adelaide, was an excellent showcase of sus-tainability best practice. With more Awards and more winners, the 2011 Awards showcased initiatives in 6 categories and were highly celebrated.With over 20% of Australasian institutions submitting an application, 12 institutions were recognised and rewarded for their excellent achievements. 140 international delegates, from education, industry and gov-ernment attended the Awards dinner.

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The highlight of the event was the Green Gown Awards and the amazing list of achievements from Australasia

Universities and TAFE’s, there are many impressive success stories for sustainability within the education sector, in

which I am proud to be involved.Jennifer Klippel

Centre for Sustainable Skills, Wodonga TAFE

Capitalising on this success, the 2012 Awards will see 8 categories open for applications on Monday 4 June 2012, with an even greater number of applications expected than the previous two years.

Why are these Awards Special?Following in the footsteps of the UK, the Awards are fast becoming THE most prestigious recognition of sustainability best practice in Australia and New Zealand.

The Awards allow potential sponsors the opportunity to reach influential individuals that make decisions within tertiary education institutions: in facilities management; senior management and academia, as well as individuals within other sector support organisations, government decision makers and business. Exposure is through our national and international communication channels and net-works prior to, during and after the Awards. All sponsors are given maximum exposure throughout the Awards Cycle.

Sponsors are also given the opportunity to take part in the judging of the Awards, for excellent networking opportunities, as well as presenting an Award at the Awards ceremony, allowing high profile exposure of your organisation to distinguished guests.

Run by ACTS, the 2012 Awards will be announced at a fabulous dinner and Awards ceremony, at Customs House, on 27 September 2012 at the 12th ACTS International conference in Brisbane, Queensland 26 – 28 September 2012. This will be YOUR opportunity to meet, learn from and share sustainability best practice, within the higher and vocational education sector.

Left: 2011 Green Gown Award Trophy Right: 2011 Awards Ceremony, National Wine Centre of Australia

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sponsor or visit:

www.acts.asn.au

Sponsorship

Why Sponsor? • The Awards provide a unique opportunity for you to have a high profile, and very positive association,

with sustainability improvement in the Australasian tertiary education sector. • Align your organisation with some of the best names within the education sector and join a growing

list of organisations that have supported this fantastic initiative across the globe. • Shape the future of sustainability initiatives within Australasia and support some of the newest,

freshest initiatives being generated by our teaching establishments for future generations. Have an impact today - on tomorrow!

• Learn where the education sector is at and aspires to be through the impressive show case of best practice. Foster international links and learn from people who are already leading the way in sustainability excellence.

• Excellent networking opportunities with conference delegates

Who will attend?The Awards are presented to the winners at a fabulous Green Gown Awards Australasia ceremony and dinner. This will provide the opportunity to meet and network with key representatives: tertiary educators; facilities and sustainability managers; students; sector bodies, private and professional organisations within this important sector. ACTS represents over 45 institutions within the tertiary education sector and membership is growing all the time. There were over 140 delegates at the 2011 Awards ceremony and dinner and we expect more in 2012.

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!

Who can sponsor?Organisations within the public and private sector are eligible to sponsor the Awards.

Visit www.acts.asn.au for the latest Conference and Green Gown Awards Australasia information...

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Sponsorship

Green Gown Award Australasia Sponsorship Opportunities

Category Sponsor

• Logo on display at the Awards ceremony and during the ACTS Conference

• Verbal mention & presentation of the Green Gown Award to the winner and highly commended at the Awards ceremony

• Logo on all Green Gown Awards promotional material, including advertisements and marketing brochures

• Your logo and web link on the Awards website• A place on the judging panel, (subject to conflict of

interest requirements) giving networking opportunities with key sector representatives

• Royalty free use of Green Gown Awards case material and logo (with attribution)

• Use of the Awards brand on relevant publications• One free delegate place to the two day ACTS Conference

at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, includ-ing attendance to the Award ceremony and dinner at Customs House, Brisbane 26-28 September 2012.

AUD $3,000 plus GST

Not seen anything to suit you? There are also exciting sponsorship opportunities for the 12th ACTS International Conference – Brisbane, Queensland 26-28 September 2012

ACTS Conference Packages

Gold, Silver and Bronze sponsorship packages (differing prices will receive different promotional opportunities but a selection of some of the common opportunities are):• Company logo on all conference material and website• Inclusion of branding on ACTS AV presentations

throughout the conference• Space for exhibiting promotional material and

company banner on display throughout the conference and networking opportunities with delegates

• Free conference delegate places (including dinner and Green Gown Awards Ceremony) and additional free places at the welcome reception.

AUD $10,000, $5,000, $2,500 plus GST

Other packagesSponsor a speaker and Welcome reception.(Full details on all the ACTS conference sponsorship can be found in the conference sponsorship opportunities flyer).

AUD $ Various prices

There could be other opportunities to support the Awards and ACTS conference! Don’t miss out -please contact Delwyn Langdon for more details at info@acts.asn.au or visit

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The 2012 Award Categories

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• Carbon Reduction *NEW* This category recognises initiatives which have achieved a significant reduction in the carbon footprint of an education institution.

• Continuous Improvement – Institutional Change This category recognises sustained and successful activities to improve the performance of whole tertiary education institutions, campuses, faculties and buildings over a number of years.

• Learning & Teaching This category recognises achievements in education for sustainability in undergraduate, postgraduate and vocational courses in FE and HE institutions.

• Skills for Sustainability *NEW* This category recognises achievement in the development of skills relevant to sustainability. The main focus of this category is activities which are not central to the pursuit of academic qualifications.

• Social Responsibility *NEW* This category recognises initiatives by higher or further education institutions which create significant benefits for local communities, disadvantaged groups and/or society as a whole in either Australasia or developing countries.

• Student Initiatives and Campaigns This category recognises initiatives developed and/or substantially influenced by students.

• TAFE & Smaller Institutions Recognising the commitment and impact of TAFEs and smaller Higher Education institutions in relation to their total sustainability agenda. It encompasses any sustainability-related initiatives which contribute to improved environmental and social conditions and outcomes.

• ACTS Award of Excellence (sponsored by ACTS) This award recognises the sustainability achievements of one of our institutional members. Institutions will be shortlisted from the ACTS membership depending on their commitment to the ACTS charter. ACTS members will then be asked to vote online for their favoured institution. Winners will be announced at the Green Gown

Awards Australasia ceremony.

Green Gown Awards Australasia Sponsorship – Expression of Interest Form

Organisation Name

Website

Address

State Postcode

Contact Name

Contact’s Position

Phone ( ) Email

Expressions of Interest

I wish to register interest for:

Category Award: Carbon Reduction $3,300

Category Award: Continuous Improvement - Institutional Change $3,300

Category Award: Learning and Teaching $3,300

Category Award: Skills for Sustainability $3,300

Category Award: Social Responsibility $3,300

Category Award: Student Initiatives and Campaigns $3,300

Category Award: TAFEs and Smaller Institutions $3,300

Category Award: ACTS Award of Excellence: Sponsored by ACTS SOLD

ACTS 12th International Conference (please tick the box and we will send you further details on all the opportunities)

To register your interest please return the completed form to ggaa@acts.asn.auWe will then contact you regarding acceptance and payment.

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