Caring for the Environment
Adelaide Shores has long been environmentally aware, utilising reclaimed water to irrigate its Caravan Park, Resort, public golf courses and sports reserves for the past 40 years, and preserving and restoring a one kilometre stretch of beach frontage.
In 2008, Adelaide Shores launched a new 5-year Environmental Management Plan. The Plan addresses 5 key areas in which to establish best practice:
- Energy use
- Water use
- Waste management
- Transport
- Noise & air quality
The Plan also identifies ways to move towards carbon neutrality, by reducing or offsetting emissions.
Adelaide Shores released its first progress report on action against the Environmental Management Plan in October 2009. Click here to download this report.
Adelaide Shores also maintains one kilometre of Coast Park and actively works to restore West Beach’s coastal habitat by reversing the invasion of exotic weeds such as the African Boxthorn and revegetating with indigenous plants. The sand dunes at West Beach are Adelaide’s last remaining natural urban dunes and indigenous plants are essential to protect them from storm damage. The coastal path allows the community to enjoy the beauty of the coast without damaging its delicate and critical ecosystem.
Water Usage
Adelaide Shores uses "Class A" treated wastewater for irrigation throughout the Reserve, which means we are permitted to water using hoses and sprinklers. Water restrictions do not apply to Class A water. Class A water taps and hoses are lilac/purple in colour. This water is NOT SUITABLE for drinking or washing vehicles.
Environmental Accreditation
Adelaide Shores Golf Park is currently utilising e-par, a web-based interactive Environmental Management System designed specifically for golf courses.
Awards
In November 2009, Adelaide Airport Limited awarded Adelaide Shores an Environmental Certificate of Recognition for demonstrating continuous improvement in environmental performance.
On 2007 World Environment Day (5 June), the City of West Torrens presented Adelaide Shores with a Business Environment Award for its commitment to restoring coastal habitats within the City.