John Brodie

John Brodie established VIM Sustainability Consulting in 2003 to cater for the growing demand for his individual expertise and the interest in sustainability due to our increased awareness of climate change.
When properly managed, sustainability has been proven to increase profits and reduce environmental loads while improving occupant health and comfort. Sustainability is more than changing light globes and installing a water tank - it is a coordinated, cost effective approach and philosophy that minimises risk and maximises opportunity for businesses and homes.
John Brodie is a construction professional with more than 30 years experience in a variety of contracting disciplines covering project management, design management, architecture and building. John is passionate about practical sustainability in the built environment and has promoted sustainable building since the 1970’s to architects, clients and authorities.
John Brodie is Accredited ‘Green Star’ Professional, Accredited Thermal Building Assessor in AccuRate, second generation thermal and energy analysis software for Association of Building Sustainability Assessors (ABSA), Accredited for DesignBuilder and EnergyPlus building thermal and energy modelling software by Institute of Engineers. John is a Licensed builder, a Full member of Australian Institute of Project Managers (MAIPM), a Full member Association of Building Sustainability Assessors (ABSA) and an Affiliate member of the Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers.
Focusing on providing sustainable yet practical concept design, construction and operational management strategies, John Brodie offers solutions for all components of the built environment. This includes building thermal and energy assessments using the latest software packages and advising on project compliance under the new Section J Building Code of Australia (BCA) requirements for Energy Efficiency.
Trying to sell sustainability on an environmental basis alone is difficult, despite the evidence of climate change. Many believe sustainability will cost a lot of money to implement and provide a poor ROI, but this is not necessarily the case. Embracing sustainability encourages smart businesses to improve financial, social and environmental outcomes, providing the Triple Bottom Line solution. John Brodie will explain how businesses can ensure this solution is covered in all future techniques and processes.

Speaker Topics Include:

Sustainable Building: The Way of the Future
The Cost of Sustainability
Designing to Suit the Environment
Creating Healthy Buildings
Sustainability: Risk or Opportunity - the New Imperative
Sustainability: The Triple Bottom Line
Sustainability: The lessons Learned