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Solar Shines On

2011 was a stellar year for solar power in Australia and globally, while 2012 looks like continuing the trend. Germany installed an incredible 3GW of solar power in December 2011 alone, more proof that solar technology means serious business. In … Continue reading

Low cost living

Energy bills continue to squeeze households and show no sign of easing off. At the Cape Paterson Ecovillage, sustainability features have been chosen with your financial future in mind. Generating your own power, harvesting your own water, designing homes that … Continue reading

Project Architect

Victoria is lucky to have so many experienced, talented architects and building designers that practice ecologically sustainable design. After an extensive search, the Cape Paterson Ecovillage has appointed Adam Dettrick as project architect. Adam will lead the design team, helping … Continue reading

Media Release

Zero Carbon Housing Study shows it IS easier being green With energy prices soaring and further significant price rises widely predicted, a new study proves the answer for consumers is to build greener homes. The ground-breaking study into home construction … Continue reading

Acknowledgments

The Cape Paterson Ecovillage wouldn’t have been possible without the substantial and valuable help of many individuals and organisations.   We have enjoyed longstanding support from the Cape Paterson community, and their ambitions for the Ecovillage have helped shape its … Continue reading

Welcome

Welcome to the Cape Paterson Ecovillage, a sustainable solar powered community in Victoria’s Bass Coast.   The Ecovillage is a pragmatic response to financial pressures facing Australian households, with sustainability features of the project generating substantial hip pocket savings. A … Continue reading