Legislative Council - Fifty-Second Parliament, First Session (52-1)
2011-06-08 Daily Xml

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ROYAL ADELAIDE HOSPITAL

The Hon. D.W. RIDGWAY (Leader of the Opposition) (14:28): If it is such a comprehensive and impressive new facility, why are you accepting a four-star Green Star energy rating for a hospital that is built for the future?

The Hon. G.E. GAGO (Minister for Regional Development, Minister for Public Sector Management, Minister for the Status of Women, Minister for Consumer Affairs, Minister for Government Enterprises, Minister for Gambling) (14:29): As I said, I am more than happy to refer the details to the relevant minister in another place. What I can say is that this government has given a commitment not only to provide top healthcare needs to South Australians, but to do that in a way that is efficient in terms of its energy use and its CO2 emissions. We continue with that commitment. We have been the first in many energy efficiency measures. We have led the way in this state in terms of solar, wind power, and we continue to do so.