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‘Circularity’ chapter and contribution to ‘Conclusions’ Etienne DROUET Anna QUILLINAN Niels LEEMPUT TRACTEBEL ENGIE Chaitanya VANGALA CONTENT 1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ��4 Attractive City Perspective ��32 ANALYSIS OUTCOME ��33 WHAT PEOPLE TOLD US �� 33 2. INTRODUCTION ��2 FINDINGS PER THEME �� 34 IMAGE GALLERY �� 37 AREAS OF IMPROVEMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS ��39 3. THE ENGIE 360 CITY SCAN METHODOLOGY ��4 Productive City Perspective ��40 4. THE 360 CITY SCAN FOR THE MONASH PRECINCT ANALYSIS OUTCOME ��41 CLAYTON CAMPUS ��6 WHAT PEOPLE TOLD US �� 41 FINDINGS PER THEME �� 42 IMAGE GALLERY �� 44 5. RESULTS ��8 AREAS OF IMPROVEMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS ��45

Connected City Perspective �� 10 Resilient City Perspective ��46 ANALYSIS OUTCOME �� 11 ANALYSIS OUTCOME ��47 WHAT PEOPLE TOLD US �� 11 WHAT PEOPLE TOLD US �� 47 FINDINGS PER THEME �� 12 FINDINGS PER THEME �� 48 IMAGE GALLERY �� 15 IMAGE GALLERY �� 50 AREAS OF IMPROVEMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS �� 16 AREAS OF IMPROVEMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS ��51

Circular City Perspective �� 18 6. CONCLUSIONS & RECOMMENDATIONS �� 52 ANALYSIS OUTCOME �� 19 WHAT PEOPLE TOLD US �� 19 FINDINGS PER THEME �� 20 THE PROJECT TEAM �� 54 IMAGE GALLERY �� 23 AREAS OF IMPROVEMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS �� 25

Inclusive City Perspective �� 26 ANALYSIS OUTCOME �� 27 WHAT PEOPLE TOLD US �� 27 FINDINGS PER THEME �� 28 IMAGE GALLERY �� 30 AREAS OF IMPROVEMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS �� 31 1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The 360 City Scan project is part of Monash Uni- the discussion on development needs and prio- versity Net Zero Initiative. It is well recognized rities. that the Net Zero Initiative, aiming at 100% re- Methodology includes engagement with diffe- newable energy future and net zero carbon rent stakeholders and encourages the lo- emissions for all four Australian campuses by cal community in shaping their environment. Project area - The Monash Technology Precinct 2030, will contribute to the environmental sus- and wider Monash National Employment and Desktop research was followed by the stakehol- tainability of Monash University campuses. Innovation Cluster ders’ engagement, forming the main part of the Monash University Clayton campus is an exem- study, with a distribution of 240 invitations to plar of environmental practice and the Univer- workshops and 115 attendees. The workshops sity is recognised a leader in the transition to were followed by 1:1 interviews with selected Net Zero emissions. The University is looking to Monash University executives. The approach broaden this work by accelerating the transition was adapted to the Covid-19 pandemic restric- to Net Zero in the broader Monash Technology tions, moving all workshops and interviews on- precinct which surrounds the Clayton campus. line. The 360 City Scan refers to Monash Technolo- gy Precinct and includes the Monash University The Monash University Net Zero Initiative team grounds, located in the core of the Precinct. actively contributed to the project by preparing The Net Zero Initiative is aligned with ENGIE’s the input information, or- focus on Zero Carbon transition. Therefore, ganizing the workshops, ENGIE has been invited to support Monash and reviewing the fin- University in achieving its ambitious goal. dings. Assessment of the TRACTEBEL, being a part of ENGIE group, energy related theme wit- were requested to perform a 360 City Scan hin the 360 City Scan has of the Monash University Clayton Campus been supported by ENGIE and Monash Technology Precinct, to assess Impact colleagues. the actual characteristics of its development. The results of the 360 City The assessment reveals development needs Scan presented in the throughout different city perspectives, giving report are mainly based basis to look for possibilities of embracing on qualitative informa- these needs within the Net Zero Initiative. tion gathered through: This way the Initiative can be implemented in questionnaire filled by integrated and efficient way bringing benefits the Monash University not only to environment, but also to the multiple team, discussions with stakeholders. This integrated approach has the stakeholders, valida- potential to become exemplary in implementing tion of the findings by the the energy transition projects on city scale. Monash University representatives during the revi- THE TOOL & OUTCOME: sion process including the The 360 City Scan is an inhouse tool of EN- 1:1 executive interviews. GIE, developed by TRACTEBEL to support an Quantitative data has assessment of the maturity of cities in a holis- been provided according tic way. It is applicable to small- or large-scale to its availability through urban areas. A unique sustainable city footprint web search. of the Precinct, presented in a form of a ‘radar’ with six perspectives and sub-themes, facilitated

1 2. INTRODUCTION CITY OF MONASH / MELBOURNE CBD

Monash University Clayton Campus and MONASH NET ZERO INITIATIVE Clayton campus and the Monash Technology Location of the Campus and the Technology Precinct within the Melbourne CBD Monash Technology Precinct are part of the Monash University has over 150 buildings Precinct have distinct features (compared to a City of Monash. The City of Monash is home spread across four domestic campuses and is regular City center) in that is built on a higher to 202,847 residents making it one of the most considered a significant consumer of energy. proportion of students, knowledge and ideas populous municipalities in Victoria. The City is Monash University, together with its efforts to and has a younger and more transient popu- 81.5 square kilometers and includes the following reduce carbon emissions and drive sustainable lation. suburbs: Ashwood, Clayton, Glen Waverley, sustainable development, was the first Austra- There are no strict administrative borders that Hughesdale, Huntingdale, Mount Waverley, lian university to commit to an energy reduction would apply to the Monash Technology Pre- Mulgrave, Notting Hill, Oakleigh, Oakleigh East, target and is a proud leader in taking action on cinct. The Campus area is established by the and Wheelers Hill. Parts of Chadstone, Burwood climate change. The strategy, developed with grounds on which the university operates. Both and Oakleigh South. Climate Works Australia, encompasses five key the Campus and the Monash Technology Pre- Monash City Council regulations have establi- pillars with the aim of achieving net zero emis- cinct are located within the City of Monash. shed local town planning scheme - zoning plan. sions for Monash’s built environment by 20301: The Campus and Monash Technology Precinct 1. energy efficiency measures, 1 Monash Net Zero Brochure, https://www.monash.edu/__data/ land lies within Public Use Zone Education PUZ assets/pdf_file/0020/1140365/Monash-Net-Zero-Brochure. and it is surrounded by Residential Growth Zone 2. campus electrification, pdf# 2 https://www.monash.edu/industry/monash-technology-pre- RGZ3 to the south and west; Commonwealth cinct/about-the-Precinct 3. addressing residual emissions 3 https://www.monashprecinct.com.au/ Land to the north; Special Use Zone to the part through offsetting, of north and east. 4. deployment of on-site and off- site renewable energy, and 5. a sustainable Microgrid Location of the Campus within the Monash City Coun- cil Local Town Planning Scheme – Zones TERMINOLOGY: MONASH UNIVERSITY AND TECHNOLOGY PRECINCT • Monash University Clayton Campus (‘Cam- The Monash Technology Precinct is the catalytic pus’) – grounds belonging to the university center of the Monash National Employment or managed by the university, located within and Innovation Cluster2. It is a part of the the Monash Technology Precinct largest employment hub in Victoria, outside • Monash Technology Precinct (“Precinct) - Melbourne's central business district (CBD) overall area of the studies, indicated in the and is a significant contributor to the Victorian Monash Planning Scheme as Special Use economy. The broader Cluster contributes Zone, forming the core of the Monash Em- Clayton AUD $9.4 billion to the Victorian economy per ployment Cluster under Plan Melbourne. Campus year, supports 13,000 businesses and employs 82,000 people3. • Precinct excluding Campus – part of the Monash Technology Precinct excluding the The Monash Technology Precinct is located Monash University Clayton Campus on the south east Cranbourne train line and Pakenham train lines of greater Melbourne and • City of Monash - area administrated by is 23 km from Melbourne's CBD and is close Monash City Council to two train station (Clayton train station is 1.9 C1Z - Commercial 1 Zone PUZ1 - Public Use Zone - Service & Utility C2Z - Commercial 2 Zone PUZ2 - Public Use Zone - Education km and Huntingdale station is 2.2 km from the CA - Common wealth land PUZ6 - Public Use Zone - Local Government campus). The city Scan’s findings, unless otherwise GRZ - General Residential Zone RDZ1 - Road Zone - Category 1 IN 1Z - Industrial 1 Zone RGZ - Residential Growth Zone specified, reflect both the status of the Mo- MUZ - Mixed Use Zone SUZ- Special Use Zone nash University Clayton Campus and the PPRZ- Public Park & Recreation Zone Monash Technology Precinct.

2 3 3. THE ENGIE 360 CITY SCAN METHODOLOGY Each perspective is composed of different sec- the area’s challenges & threats. In a nutshell, it toral themes and these themes contribute to a shows the area’s maturity in relation to sustai- specific goal/ strategy and comprehensive ques- nable development. We believe that the mutual tions/ indicators to determine the current state relationship between these themes, gives much The 21st century is the century of cities; cities are expanding and its power is growing. At present of any built environment. The assessment of the more insight into cities than the themes apart. 50% of the world’s population reside in cities and by 2050, 2.5 billion more people will reside in urban urban area through these predefined perspec- The different themes can also strengthen each areas and global challenges will continue to persist. Cities are finding solutions to global challenges tives reflects the status of its responsiveness to other in achieving the common goal. and the solutions to these challenges are not easy. The infrastructure and framework in a city are so unique and complicated, that every intervention has to be customized. To investigate the current state and future urban vision, TRACTEBEL has defined six perspectives responding and interconnected to global challenges such as climate change, demographic changes, technologization, social transformation, glocalization, and resource scarcity for new types of production and consumption. The six perspectives are:

The perspectives are related to the current global challenges by giving it an accurate status against these threats. The perspectives work together as a whole towards a balanced city. The perspectives must be seen as different layers of a city, a balanced city encloses all the different perspectives in a good ratio. When one perspective is underdeveloped, the city does not work properly or excludes citizens. Preferably, each intervention in the city has a positive impact on all the perspectives. There are many existing tools and instruments to investigate cities, but these perspectives give a unique reading of cities. It contains a current state of the city and a coherent vision for the future development, concerning the different global challenges. It is related to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) concerning the ur- The 360° Scan is a semi-automated tool, de- the different perspectives and themes, and lead ban area. veloped by TRACTEBEL which can be applied to the identification of potential areas for inter- for districts, cities, or metropolis of all sizes and vention. By filling in the required data, discus- of all maturity. The goal of the tool is not to be sing the result and connecting the different pers- exact or quantitative, but to understand the level pectives, the strengths and gaps become clear. of maturity of a development area with respect to

4 5 MONASH UNIVERSITY AND TECHNOLOGY PRECINCT 360 CITY SCAN WORKSHOP WORKSHOP GROUP 5: Operations MONASH UNIVERSITY AND TECHNOLOGY PRECINCT 360 CITY SCAN WORKSHOP WORKSHOP GROUP 4: Precinct Partners/ Businesses/ Employers/Local Authority Opening Question INSTRUCTIONS: Do you feel SAFE in the Monash Precinct? Mural is a very easy to use tool, with almost all standard shortcuts You are given 1 minute to cast a vote by clicking YES or NO. being available for interaction with the canvas, such as Ctrl+C to copy, Ctrl+V to paste and full interactivity with left and right clicks Opening Question and the scroll wheel on a mouse - don't be afraid and test this out. MONASH UNIVERSITY AND TECHNOLOGY PRECINCT 360 CITY SCAN WORKSHOPINSTRUCTIONS: Do you WORK and LIVE in the Monash Precinct? Key tips for new users include: YES Mural is a very easy to use tool, with almost all standard shortcuts YouNO are given 1 minute to cast a vote by clicking YES or NO. being available for interaction with the canvas, such as Ctrl+C to 1. Double click to add a new sticky note copy, Ctrl+V to paste and full interactivity with left and right clicks WORKSHOP GROUP 5: Operations 2. Hold "SPACE" while you move MONASH UNIVERSITY AND TECHNOLOGY PRECINCT 360 CITY SCAN WORKSHOP and the scroll wheel on a mouse - don't be afraid and test this out. MONASH3. Hold "SHIFT" + dragUNIVERSITY to multiple select AND TECHNOLOGY PRECINCT 360 CITY SCAN WORKSHOP 4. Hold "C" + drag to draw arrows Key tips for new users include: YES 5. Zoom in and out with mouse wheel NO 5. Drag links and files into your mural WORKSHOP GROUP 4: Precinct Partners/ Businesses/ Employers/Local Authority 1. Double click to add a new sticky note WORKSHOP6. Mention mural members GROUP with @ (same2. asHold Teams) "SPACE5: Operations" while you move List and information about ‘focus groups’ is presented below: 4. THE 360 CITY SCAN FOR MONASHOpening Question UNIVERSITY CLAYTON 3. Hold "SHIFT" + drag to multiple select For additional information, click on the "?" in the top right hand INSTRUCTIONS: Do you feel SAFE in the Monash Precinct? 4. Hold "C" + drag to draw arrows corner of the screen and select 'Shortcuts'.5. Zoom in and out with mouse wheel Mural is a very easy to use tool, with almost all standard shortcuts You are given 1 minute to cast a vote by clicking YES or NO. 5. Drag links and files into your mural CAMPUS AND beingMONASH available for interaction with the canvas, such TECHNOLOGY as Ctrl+C to PRECINCT 6. Mention mural members with @ (same as Teams) PEOPLE INVITED: 240 Opening Question copy, Ctrl+V to paste and full interactivity with left and right clicks Opening Question INSTRUCTIONS: and the scroll wheel on a mouse - don't be afraid and test this out. Do you WORK and LIVE in the Monash Precinct? INSTRUCTIONS: For additional information, click on the "?" in the topDo right you hand feel SAFE in the Monash Precinct? corner of the screen and select 'Shortcuts'. Mural is a very easy to use tool, with almost all standard shortcuts You are given 1 minute to cast a vote by clicking YES or NO. Key tips for new users include: YES NO Mural is a very easy to use tool, with almost all standard shortcuts You are givenPEOPLE 1 minute to cast a vote by clicking WHO YES or NO. JOINED: 115 being available for interaction with the canvas, such as Ctrl+C to being available for interaction with the canvas, such as Ctrl+C to 360 CITY SCAN PERSPECTIVES AND THEMES copy, Ctrl+V to paste and full interactivity with left and right clicks The 360 City Scan was1. Double conducted click to add a new sticky note in three phases. During the first phase, a questionnairecopy, Ctrl+V to paste and full interactivity was with left andsent right clicks 2. Hold "SPACE" while you move and the scroll wheel on a mouse - don't be afraid and test this out. and the scroll wheel on a mouse - don't be afraid and test this out. 3. Hold "SHIFT" + drag to multiple select WORKSHOPS PLANNING 4. Hold "C" + drag to draw arrows MONASHKey UNIVERSITYtips for new users include: AND TECHNOLOGY PRECINCTYES NO 360 CITYKey SCANtips for new users include:WORKSHOP YES NO to the Monash University5. Zoom in andproject out with mouse wheel team. Together with desktop research, a first version of the city 5. Drag links and files into your mural 1. Double click to add a new sticky note360 CITY SCAN PERSPECTIVES AND THEMES 1. Double click to add a new sticky note 2. Hold " " while you move 6. Mention mural members with @ (same as Teams) SPACE GROUP COMPOSITION2. Hold "SPACE" while you move ATTENDANCE DATE 3. Hold to multiple select scan was generated. The second phase site observations were performed enriching"SHIFT" +the dragCONNECTED initial ver CITY- PERSPECTIVE 3. Hold "SHIFT" + drag to multiple select WORKSHOP4. Hold "C" + dragGROUP to draw arrows 4: Precinct Partners/ Businesses/ Employers/Local AuthorityCIRCULAR CITY PERSPECTIVE For additional information, click on the "?" in the top right hand 4. Hold "C" + drag to draw arrows ATTRACTIVE CITY PERSPECTIVE 5. Zoom in and out with mouse wheel corner of the screen and select 'Shortcuts'. 5. Drag links and files into your mural 5. Zoom in and out with mouse wheel 31 Academics sion of the findings which were later discussed with different focus groups (stakeholders)6. Mention mural members with @ (sameduring as Teams) on- 5. Drag links and files into your mural October 13, Academics6. Mention mural members with @with (same as Teams) expertise in key thematic For additional information, click on the "?" in the top right hand CONNECTED CITY PERSPECTIVE CIRCULAR CITY PERSPECTIVE ATTRACTIVE CITY PERSPECTIVE line workshops. The online workshops were conducted between 13th and 22nd October,corner of the screen and select 2020 'Shortcuts'. and ACADEMICS, For additional information, click on the "?" in the top right hand 2020 Opening Question areas,corner of the screen includes and select 'Shortcuts'. Associate Deans of Edu- were followed by 1:1360 interviews CITY SCAN PERSPECTIVES with Monash AND THEMES University executives, scheduledINSTRUCTIONS: until 9th December Do you WORK andFACULTY LIVE in the Monash Precinct?AND 5 Professional Mural is a very easy to use tool, with almost all standard shortcuts YouMONASH are given 1 minute to UNIVERSITYcast a vote by clicking YES or NO. AND TECHNOLOGYcation PRECINCT and Research, 360 CITY SCAN Faculty WORKSHOP General being available for interaction with the canvas, such as Ctrl+C to PROFESSIO- Staffs 2020. An updated version of the city scan was generated after completioncopy, of Ctrl+V the to360 paste andCITYonline full interactivity SCAN with workshops,PERSPECTIVES left and right clicks AND THEMES and the scroll wheel on a mouse - don't be afraid and test this out. WORKSHOP GROUP 5: Operations NAL STAFF 360Managers CITY SCAN PERSPECTIVES & targeted AND central THEMES portfolios Key tips for new users include: YES NO the third phase of the projectCONNECTED included CITY validation PERSPECTIVE of findings and presentation of the 360CIRCULAR City CITYScan PERSPECTIVE ATTRACTIVE CITY PERSPECTIVE 1. Double click to add a new sticky note e.g. Finance, MRO, SMC Report. 2. Hold "SPACE" while you move CONNECTED CITY PERSPECTIVE Opening Question 3. Hold "SHIFT" + drag to multiple select INSTRUCTIONS: Do you feel SAFE in the MonashCIRCULAR Precinct? CITY PERSPECTIVE ATTRACTIVE CITY PERSPECTIVE 4. Hold "C" + drag to draw arrows Mural MONASHis a very easy to use tool, with almost UNIVERSITY all standard shortcuts AND TECHNOLOGYYou are given 1 minute to cast a vote by clicking YES orPRECINCT NO. 360 CITY SCAN WORKSHOP 5. Zoom in and out with mouse wheel being available for interaction with the canvas, such as Ctrl+C to CONNECTED CITY PERSPECTIVE 15 copy, Ctrl+V to paste and full interactivity with left and right clicks OctoberCIRCULAR 14, CITY PERSPECTIVE ATTRACTIVE CITY PERSPECTIVE 5. Drag links and files into your mural and the scroll wheel on a mouse - don't be afraid and test this out. 6. Mention mural members with @ (same as Teams) WORKSHOP GROUP 6: CommunityLibrary, Disability services, Campus Com- Key tips for new users include:STUDENT & YES NO 2020 PROJECT PHASES For additional information, click on the "?" in the top right hand 1. Double click to add a new sticky note corner of the screen and select 'Shortcuts'. 2. Hold "SPACE" while you moveSUPPORT 3. Hold "SHIFT" + drag to multiple select munity, Ally Network, Education services, RESILIENT CITY PERSPECTIVE 4. Hold "C" + drag to draw arrows INCLUSIVE CITY PERSPECTIVE PRODUCTIVE CITY PERSPECTIVE 5. Zoom in and out with mouse wheel 5. Drag links and files into yourSERVICES mural Opening Question 6. Mention mural members with @ (same as Teams) INSTRUCTIONS: HealthHave you services, attended any community eventsCampus in Community For additionalMural information, is a very click easy on to the use "?" tool, in the with top almostright hand all standard shortcuts Monash Precinct in 2019 (pre-Covid situation)? corner of the screen and select 'Shortcuts'. PRODUCTIVE CITY PERSPECTIVE RESILIENT CITY PERSPECTIVEbeing available for interaction with the canvas, such as Ctrl+C to You are given 1 minute to cast a vote by clicking YES or NO. INCLUSIVE CITY PERSPECTIVE copy, Ctrl+V to paste and full interactivity with left and right clicks and the scroll wheel on a mouse - don't be afraid and test this out. 360 CITY SCAN PERSPECTIVES AND THEMES INDUSTRY COMMUNITY HOUSING 12 October 15, Key tips for newCAMPUS users include: YES NO DIVERSITY 360 CITY SCAN1. Double click PERSPECTIVES to add a new sticky note AND THEMES 2. Hold "SPACESERVICE" while you move Retailers and suppliers 2020 • Questionnaire filled by Monash University 3. Hold "SHIFT" + drag to multiple select MONASH UNIVERSITY AND TECHNOLOGY PRECINCT 360 CITY SCAN WORKSHOP INDUSTRY 4. Hold "C" + drag to draw arrows COMMUNITY HOUSING DIVERSITY 5. Zoom in andPROVIDERS out with mouse wheel WORKSHOP GROUP 1: ACADEMICS; FACULTY AND PROFESSIONAL STAFF CONNECTED CITY PERSPECTIVE 5. Drag links and files into your mural CIRCULAR CITY PERSPECTIVE LOCAL PRODUCTION RESILIENT CITY PERSPECTIVE 6. Mention mural members with @ (same as Teams) PRODUCTIVE CITY PERSPECTIVE HEALTHCARE ATTRACTIVE CITY PERSPECTIVE INCLUSIVE CITY PERSPECTIVE CONNECTED CITY PERSPECTIVE CIRCULAR CITY PERSPECTIVE ATTRACTIVE CITY PERSPECTIVE RESILIENT CITY PERSPECTIVE For additional information, click on the "?" in the top right hand INCLUSIVE CITY PERSPECTIVE PRODUCTIVE CITY PERSPECTIVE 1 • Web information search by TRACTEBEL corner of the screen and select 'Shortcuts'. 21 October 19, LOCAL PRODUCTION ATTRACTIVE CITY PERSPECTIVE Instructions CIRCULAR CITY PERSPECTIVE HEALTHCARE Mural is a very easy to use tool, with almost allVictorian standard Government, Sustainability Vic- shortcuts being available for interaction with the PRECINCT canvas, such as Ctrl+C to copy, Ctrl+V to paste and full interactivity with left and right clicks and the scroll 2020 wheel on a mouse - don't be afraid and test this out. RESILIENT CITY PERSPECTIVEINDUSTRY INCLUSIVE CITY PERSPECTIVE PRODUCTIVE CITY PERSPECTIVE COMMUNITY HOUSING Key tips for new users include: DIVERSITY INDUSTRY 360 CITY SCANPARTNERS PERSPECTIVES AND/ 1. Double THEMES click to add a new sticky note 2. Hold "SPACE" while you move toria, Monash and DandenongHOUSING City Coun- 3. Hold "SHIFT" + drag to multiple select COMMUNITY DIVERSITY 4. Hold "C" + drag to draw arrows 5. Zoom in and out with mouse wheel 5. 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Let's all go back to zoom :) 5. RESULTS KEY VALUES & STRENGTHS

360 City Scan measures the level of maturity for the different themes and perspectives within a Monash University Clayton Campus is perceived as a key highlight within the Monash development area and detect potential areas for intervention. The scan result is represented in the Technology Precinct, impacting the precinct’s potential and the level of sustainability. radar below. The radar is divided into six perspectives, and each perspective presents four themes. The solid shaded area inside the radar represents infrastructure readiness or presence of infrastruc- • International reputation for quality higher education and innovative research. ture, while the etched area outside represents the efficiency of service delivery. • Accessible quality healthcare service, sport & leisure facilities. • Demonstrated strong features for wellbeing. • High quality of landscape design and architecture. • Fostering equality and inclusion. • Providing social spaces that encourage interaction. • Adaption of water sensitive urban design and green spaces arranged with indigenous plants. • Advanced use of renewable energy. • Potential for collaboration with industry to drive innovation. • Walkable space, cycling paths and outdoor leisure facilities including BBQ. • Well connected by car with sufficient parking spaces supported by intelligent parking system on campus.

KEY CHALLENGES & GAPS

• Disconnect between Campus & Precinct community, fragmented urban design. • Underdeveloped connections of Precinct with the Melbourne CBD and Melbourne airport. • Car oriented design and car-oriented society. • Net Zero initiative is not well-recognized within the Precinct and the local community. • Boosting circular economy applications and limitation of waste generation (eg: food sharing programs, green waste recovery and reuse…) • Increase productivity for local purposes like urban farming

Infrastructure readiness

Services efficiency

Gap

8 9 ENERGY WATER CIRCULAR CITY MATERIALS & WASTE LAND

HOUSING EDUCATION INCLUSIVE CITY HEALTHCARE CITIZEN ENGAGEMENT

HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT PUBLIC SPACE ATTRACTIVE CITY BUILT ENVIRONMENT CULTURE & TOURISM

GREEN ECONOMY LOCAL ECONOMY PRODUCTIVE CITY RESILIENT ECONOMY INNOVATION

PROTECTIVE ECOSYSTEM SECURITY RESILIENT CITY ANALYSISS AFETYOUTCOME CLIMATE CHANGE

Connected City Perspective PEDESTRIAN ACCESSIBILITY TRANSPORTATION CONNECTED CITY URBAN LOGITICS CONNECTIVITY

WHAT PEOPLE TOLD US

“We are car- dependent to move through the precinct”. Precinct Partner

“Traveling by public transport to Monash will take you 2 to 3 times longer than using the car. And you might have to take several bus and train trips.” Student

“The Campus has its own main roads and there are major intersections (one of the biggest in the south east suburb) which makes it daunting to cycle or walk to the Campus.” Community Member

“We don't venture outside of the campus. There are nice places around but we feel disconnected by the large roads.” University Staff

“Developing an ‘on demand’ local bus service or Monorail for mobility around Campus and in the Monash Technology Precinct might help improve coonecti- vity.” Operations

KEY STRENGTHS • Good road network infrastructure • Excellent bike lanes and dedicated facilities within the Campus • Pedestrian connections are established • Campus has smart parking solutions which should be also implemented in the Precinct area where parking problems are encountered • Campus has good WIFI access

KEY GAPS • Campus is disconnected and isolated from its surrounding community • Difficult access and circulation for emergency vehicles • Public transport is not preferred • Cycling culture is not popular outside the Campus and routes are not well signposted • Not connected to a digital smart city network 10 11 CARS but the design of the system and trip path. FINDINGS PER THEME • People usually find it more convenient to use The network is focused on Melbourne CBD personal cars even when some roads are rather than connecting suburbs with one ano- ther. Depending on passenger location, tra- PEDESTRIAN ACCESSIBILITY congested. It is still less time consuming than public transport and allows more flexibility vel to the precinct may require the passenger (dropping kids at school, shopping…). to take a train to a central location (closer to the CBD) and then catch an interconnecting Main findings & observations • Contactors and Campus visitors who have train out to Monash. The passenger will then a flexible schedule adjust their trips to avoid need to catch a bus to campus. Inter campus • Pedestrian mobility access is provided around the precinct for buildings, street cros- rush hours and road congestion. bus service is available for staff and students. sings and public transport. A station servicing Monash Clayton Campus • Almost all car users drive alone is planned as part of the first stage of the Su- • The large highways and roads around the Campus are not pedestrian friendly and burban Rail Loop. Works for the new under- not safe to cycle on due to the large number of intersections. PUBLIC TRANSPORT ground rail line are set to commence in 2022. • Mobility to and from the Precinct is very car oriented, however buses are also available BIKING • Pedestrian connections are predominant and • All buildings have ramps and elevators. Street and popular. established within the Campus, for all buil- crossings are adjusted with ramps and tactile • In the residential areas, bikes share roads dings and activity places.. paving for visually impaired individuals. All • Great number of buses (19) terminate at the with other vehicles and do not have dedi- buses servicing the Precinct have low floor Campus and run during the day. cated lanes. • One of the key qualities of the Campus is the access. no car environment, walkable catchment for • Travel time by bus is longer due to conges- • Some safe and pleasant bike connections to those who study and work in the precinct. tion. Buses are often late and take longer be- the Campus exist but are ‘hidden’ and mostty cause they run long routes. unknown. Many of the residents have disco- vered these during the lockdown. • The challenge of traveling by train to Monash Precinct is not about the frequency

TRANSPORTATION URBAN LOGISTICS Main findings & observations

• Road network infrastructure is good, but congestion is experienced during peak Main findings & observations hours. • Good parking availability but most find itexpensive . • Cars and taxi are the main transport means used in the Precinct and to get to the Campus. • Limited contractors’ parking space and restricted use in time (two hour time limit).

• Trains and busses are used extensively but are challenging for most commuters • Up to date parking availability and access data are well displayed on all parking buil- and people accessing the Campus. People experience longer travel time, unavaila- dings. to the Precinct from certain locations, and bility of direct trips lack of connections • Difficult access and circulation of service and emergency vehicles (waste collection, between the Clayton train station and the Campus. contractors and other service providers, fire brigade) due to the the pedestrian nature of • Within the Campus, excellent biking connectivity is provided with safe pleasant bike the Campus. lanes, and dedicated facilities (parking, lockers, shower, repair shop).

• Outside the Campus, cycling is not safe and bike use is low because of extensive • Internal pedestrian paved paths are enclosed • The No-Car environment is a challenge to road traffic and absence of dedicated lanes. with bollards at every intersection with peri- contractors with building projects on the meter road. Emergency vehicles and fire Campus. They have opted to purchase elec- brigade both need to wait for Security to let tric vehicles that can help them to haul ma- them in. Occasionally it delays the access. terials and debris to and from the site to the designated contractors parking area.

12 13 Image Gallery CONNECTIVITY

Main findings & observations

• The Campus is disconnected and isolated from its surrounding areas by large roadsand highways.

• To date, Precinct has not been connected to a digital smart city network. • The Campus has good free WIFI access.

@Tractebel @Tractebel Main perimeter access road is sufficient for the Bike parking is provided throughout the Campus. • Major road intersection is located to the sou- purpose and offer dual carriage way for cars and They are located: inside the parking garages on th-east comprising Wellington Road going allocated bike lanes. Pedestrian crossings and the ground floor; near the main entry of all buil- east-west and Blackburn Road going nor- footpaths are ample for the local and internal dings and near the bus stops. Bike repair is also th-south. Wellington Road to greater extent commuters. available for all patrons. creates a barrier for movement south of the Campus and Monash Technology Precinct. • In general, the roads around the Campus are busy and create physical barriers limiting the interaction with neighboring areas. People who work or study in the Campus do not usually go to the Precinct.

@Tractebel @Tractebel @ TRACTEBEL Internal pedestrian paved paths are wide and Connection to the nearest Clayton Metro Train provide a grid of various walkways connecting station is 1.9km south and few busses are com- all buildings. Entry to almost all university buil- muting to and from the station. Eleven different dings is from the internal pedestrian network as busses are traveling in both directions. well as their main facades.

@Tractebel @Tractebel

All mobility access is provided around the Pre- Deliveries and rubbish collection are facilitated cinct. Ramps, level access, tactile paving, ele- at the rear of all buildings. Everything is well vators. maintained, enclosed and labeled. 14 15 AREAS OF IMPROVEMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS CONNECTED PERSPECTIVE

• Improve public mass transport to reduce car dependency in the Monash Technology Precinct by: • Strengthening the rail connection which is already planned within Monash Suburban Rail Loop project Freight transport trucks at • Implementing a Precinct wide bike share program. the Monash Technology @Tractebel Precinct • Promote safer walking and bicycle commuting by: • Expanding separated bike paths throughout the university and surrounding community. • Installing information about connection routes.

• Increase uptake of Electric Vehicles in precinct fleets and promote EV charging facilities. • Implement digital traffic management solutions to reduce traffic congestion • Soften boundaries around the campus and create deliberate spaces for people to mix and mingle. Wellington Road servicing @Google the Campus

Busy crossroad between Wellington road and @Tractebel Princes Highway

16 17 ANALYSIS OUTCOME

Circular City Perspective ENERGY WATER CIRCULAR CITY MATERIALS & WASTE LAND

HOUSING EDUCATION INCLUSIVE CITY HEALTHCARE CITIZEN ENGAGEMENT WHAT PEOPLE TOLD US HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT PUBLIC SPACE ATTRACTIVE“Street CITY lights are designed to be on for the rest of the night. It is not optimal in BUILT ENVIRONMENT terms of energy consumption.” Community member CULTURE & TOURISM

“UptakeGREE hasN EC beenONOMY slow on use of electric vehicles.” EV charging solutions provider LOCAL ECONOMY PRODUCTIVE“Rainwater CITY RESILIE NcollectionT ECONOMY system gets overwhelmed and leads to flooding. The old infrastructuresINNOVATION are put under pressure by the expanding population.” Buildings and Property Division

PROTECTIVE ECOSYSTEM “WarehouseSECURITY center for reuse of furniture and other equipment helps minimize RESILIENT CITY wastesSAFETY that is diverted to landfills.” Operations CLIMATE CHANGE “Lecture theaters are usually fully booked, but there are many cases when ‘a place PforEDE 100STRIA Npeople ACCESS IBILIis occupiedTY by 10 persons.” Student TRANSPORTATION CONNECTED CITY URBAN LOGITICS CONNECTIVITY

KEY STRENGTHS • Several renewable energy initiatives (Photovoltaic, Power Purchase Agree- ments, Battery Energy Storage System) and energy efficiency initiatives (LED lighting, Electric Vehicle Service Equipment) are implemented in the Campus • Water sensitive urban design is applied to the Campus • General waste collection and sorting is available and well-functioning • Land within the Campus is well-allocated

KEY GAPS • Untapped potential for energy demand side management across the Precinct • Slow uptake on use of electric vehicles • Presence of vacant lands in the industrial part of the Precinct without any targeted function (missed opportunity for temporary use for urban farming, water retention or enriching biodiversity - creating habitats for indigenous plants and wild animals)

18 • Commercial centers in Monash Technology Precinct require development 19 FINDINGS PER THEME WATER ENERGY Main findings & observations

Main findings & observations • Water is effectively managed at the Campus level • The Campus has taken notable initiatives not only to decrease its energy dependen- • Poor drainage and sewers in surrounding suburbs require upgrades. cy on the surrounding environment, but also progress change towards the Net Zero Initiative. These involve: • Adoption of Renewable Energies • Adoption of energy-efficient Technologyfor buildings and street lighting • Although water is effectively managed at the • The rainwater is locally stored and reused Campus level, poor drainage and sewers in for watering gardens, sport grounds, football • Introduction of Electric Vehicles surrounding suburbs require upgrades. fields. • Development of a microgrid • The Campus has implemented initiatives to • Water collection and storage initiatives are reduce the overall use of water and has a de- perceived to be satisfactory within the Cam- • Additional initiatives could be implemented in terms of renewable energies, energy dicated water management system to recy- pus. Some areas in the Precinct (excluding management and low-carbon mobility options to reach the full potential of the cle and reuse water. Campus) are prone to flooding due to poor Precinct. infrastructure and drainage systems. • An effective rainwater catchment system is in place at the Campus that limits wastage/ drainage of rainwater. • Campus clean energy initiatives include ins- The micro-grid will allow for more control and tallation of solar panels on the rooftops of buil- reduce demand and strain on the network du- dings generating about 3MW of solar power, ring peak times. signing a long-term power purchase agree- • EV charging stations established at the MATERIAL & WASTE ment (PPA) with Murra Warra 1 wind farm to Clayton campus that includes both fast and buy rights to both electricity and large-scale standard charging. generation certificates (LGCs), incorpora- Main findings & observations ting battery 1MWh of battery storage to help • EV charging infrastructure is perceived as provide flexibility as a part of micro-grid, and sufficient, but there is a general belief that • In the Campus there are initiatives aimed at overall reduction of waste. evaluating the use case of hydrogen to re- additional initiatives could be implemented • There are also initiatives and implementation examples to recycle and reuse the duce its carbon footprint. to incentivize further adoption of low-carbon waste generated in the Campus. mobility options. • The Campus has replaced existing lighting to LED technology including replacing 8,000 • There is an opportunity to promote and spread the Campus’s initiatives to the Pre- lights at the Clayton campus and replacing cinct and a need to raise awareness and encourage behavior change. inefficient gas boilers to increase energy efficiency. • The Campus and the Council work with in- • For the that is unavoidable waste is segre- • Precious Plastics Monash led by students dustry experts to incorporate smart building gated for appropriate handling, recycling and involved in learning and researching new technology to alter its temperature based on and/or disposal. Waste triage systems are in ways to improve recycling methods and fin- the preferences of its occupants there by replace and are satisfactory. ding new materials that can be a substitute ducing energy requirements. for plastic. • The specific, dangerous, or hazardous waste • A microgrid within the Clayton campus is from medical research laboratories go to spe- • All green waste produced is stockpiled and being developed to receive and store ener- cially allocated incinerators prior to leaving twice a year turned into compost and put gy from various renewable energy sources. the building. Toxic and hazardous waste is back on the campus gardens. Furthermore, carefully evacuated from the labs to specia- there is food waste digestor at the Menzies lized medical waste facilities. building.

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Solar panels are installed Main findings & observations 1 1 on the rooftop of several • The land allocation with the Clayton campus is effectively used and well allo- buildings on campus. cated to current buildings and amenities. Monash intends to increase its on-site solar • There is room to accommodate commercial development within the Precinct generation in-line with its and it immediate surrounding areas . Net-Zero Initiative.

2 Electric vehicle (EV) char- • The Precinct (excluding Campus) is mostly • Land allocation within the campus is efficient. ging stations are installed low density residential and business parks However, stakeholders believe that area on two locations. Char- with few large warehouses and storage faci- around the campus can be better utilized. ging is available to staff, lities. @Tractebel students, and visitors to • All surrounding residential homes have their charge their vehicle whilst back fences towards the university and there on campus. Charging sta- is no active interface with the campus. tion are on North One, Ground level (N1) on 10 2 3 • The area around the campus has limited of- Research Way and South fering for shopping, entertainment, and res- Two (S2) on 20 AncoraIm- taurants. paro Way. 4 Infrastructure in place to promote biking within the campus as an alternate to fossil-fuel based transport. Few share car stations are scattered around the pre- @Tractebel cinct’s perimeter. They can be booked by mobile app.

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@Tractebel @Tractebel

22 23 5 5 Water treatment plant at the Monash Technology Precinct

6 Run-off rainwater is used to water all gardens on site with various well-designed curb and channel water access. Drainage and water filtration through water gardens is provided on site.

8 7 Water storage tanks in the 6 7 campus to store catchment water. This water is used to irrigate the vegetable garden (also seen in photo)

8 Monash University has begun to implement cer- 8 tain initiatives towards zero waste and enhance @ Monash circularity. @Tractebel @Tractebel

9 Monash waste transfer 9 10 and recycling station located at the Monash Tech- nology Precinct

10 General waste collection and waste sorting is well allocated, available, and functional. Specific waste is collected at the back of each research center, subject to type and disposal requirements.

@Google @Tractebel

24 25 AREAS OF IMPROVEMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS CIRCULAR PERSPECTIVE

• Increasing on-site renewable energy production through additional solar PV installations. • Allocating additional battery storage and load control. • Enhance demand side management and utilization of dashboards for increased energy efficiency and visibility. • Developing the EV charging infrastructure further and incentivizing people to transition to EVs. • Reducing the dependency on fossil-fuel powered transport. This could include increased bus frequency from the Clayton train station, provision of bike or car sharing at the Clayton station for last- mile transport, increasing safe bike and walking paths within and around the campus. • Installing activity sensors within buildings and intelligent street lighting to increase energy efficiency.

• Improving infrastructure of sewers and drainage in surrounding suburbs. • Increasing water usage efficiency through initiatives such as sen- sor-activated taps or low-flow taps within buildings, and additional water harvesting initiatives in addition to storm water catchment.

• Enhancing and promoting plastic waste reduction initiatives. • Developing pilot waste recycling programs and platforms that can be scaled up such as sharing of used clothes, furniture, organizing second-hand events and fairs, and knowledge and experience sharing sessions.

26 27 ENERGY WATER CIRCULAR CITY ANALYSISM AOUTCOMETERIALS & WASTE LAND

Inclusive City Perspective HOUSING EDUCATION INCLUSIVE CITY HEALTHCARE CITIZEN ENGAGEMENT

HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT PUBLIC SPACE ATTRACTIVE CITY BUILT ENVIRONMENT CULTURE & TOURISM

WHATGREEN EC PEOPLEONOMY TOLD US LOCAL ECONOMY PRODUCTIVE CITY RESILIENT ECONOMY “I would like to see affordable housing in the area as well as more pri- INNOVATION mary school for young families.” Academic member

“I wouldPROTEC TIVlikeE EC toOS YseeSTEM more diverse community events” Community member SECURITY RESILIENT CITY “MonashSAFETY Campus feels like an island in the middle of the sea, very dis- connectedCLIMATE CH fromANGE the surrounding community.” Community member

PEDESTRIAN ACCESSIBILITY TRANSPORTATION CONNECTED CITY URBAN LOGITICS CONNECTIVITY

KEY STRENGTHS • State of the art education facilities • Healthcare services are available, including Monash Heart Hospital which is under construction • New and modern student housing is available on Campus • Sports and art facilities in the Campus are open to public

KEY GAPS • Low offer of affordable and attractive housing in the Precinct suitable for different types of residents • Community participation and engagement in Monash University initiatives are affected by the reduced accessibility to the Campus and insufficient communication about the initiatives

28 29 FINDINGS PER THEME • The Monash Indigenous Access Pathway ( MIAP) program is designed to support In- HOUSING digenous applicants in making a successful transition to university study. Main findings & observations

• Housing is provided in the residential areas in the Monash Precinct and student housing HEALTHCARE is available on Campus. Main findings & observations • Lack of housing options: it is mostly low-density, and students focused. • providers are located on Campus. • Investment focused residential areas result in lower standards and decreased va- Basic health care riety of accommodation offer for different types of residents. • Various specialized testing and health assessments can be done at the Campus. • First dedicated cardiac facility, the Victorian Heart Hospital, is under construction as • Property on Campus is mainly considered as houses are converted into shared houses part of the Precinct. an investment for students’ rental and there- with basic amenities accommodating up to 8 fore prices are considered not competitive for students per 4-bedroom house, kitchenette people looking to purchase an apartment for and toilet facilities are shared. • Two childcare centers are available on Cam- tions, mental health counselling, and refer- themselves. pus and faculty, staff, and students have prio- rals. • Students who live in the residential halls are rity booking. • Housing around the Campus is mostly mostly international students. Local students • The Victorian Heart Hospital is being built low-density single-detached homes, and tend to live out and commute to Campus • Healthcare on Campus is heavily subsidized and will be completed in 2022. The pre- oriented toward student lodging. Bigger using private vehicle or public transport. with students receiving a special discount for sent hospital servicing Monash residents is services and treatments. Monash Health Centre, a public general hospital and the biggest hospital in the state. It is EDUCATION • Health-care providers in the University Health also a partner hospital of the university where Service are available to provide a wide range students learn and intern. of services including minor surgery, vaccina- Main findings & observations

• International reputation for and quality higher education innovative research CITIZEN ENGAGEMENT • State of the art education is provided on site with all required lecture halls, auditoriums, classrooms, libraries, laboratories, etc. Main findings & observations

• University occasionally organizes events on Campus to attract people. • Various education courses are provided and • Monash was the first university in Australia opportunities for further education are avai- to establish a dedicated Indigenous centre. • Sport and art facilities on campus are open to the public. lable for best performing students. The William Cooper Institute helps Indige- • Community participation and engagement are affected by the accessibility and lack of nous students and staff achieve their aspira- • Comprehensive course offerings and a wide accessible public transport options to the Monash Precinct. tions and has a Reconciliation Action Plan, range of classes to broaden and deepen policies and procedures and a range of pro- knowledge. grams which support and respect indigenous • Local community engagement is mostly • Campus and Precinct attendance to on-cam- • Monash libraries are Australia's leading aca- cultures and histories. through sporting and art facilities on Campus. pus events depend on accessibility and trans- demic libraries, supporting high standard of • Monash has an Indigenous Advisory Council port options. learning, teaching and research. • Sport facilities & the Monash University Stu- which advises Monash in relation to Indige- dent Theatre are accessible to the general • Parking is hard for community members visi- • Monash University supports entry pathway to nous programs including Indigenous access, public. They are also utilized by local schools ting the Campus: it is expensive unless you university courses for indigenous people. participation and success in education, re- and community. Alexander Theater is an ex- have a permit. In the evenings, Parking is search and employment. • Monash staff and faculty are sending their cellent engagement space. free but most people are not aware of it. children to primary schools near to Monash • Local schools near the Campus have where they work. conducted holiday programs for children of the Monash University staff. 30 31 Image Gallery

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Student housing on campus is new and modern Basic health care providers are located on site. St. Peters primary School is one of the prima- Monash Community Cooperative is a non-profit and is in the proximity to the campus center, Additional specialized clinics and research cen- ry schools present at the Monash Technology cooperative focused on children’s education. small shops, and food court. Bike links and bike ters are dotted in and around the perimeter of the Precinct. parking connect all buildings. Buildings are lo- Campus. Dedicated cardiac facility, the Victorian cated near wetlands and surrounded by establi- Heart Hospital is currently being constructed. shed trees.

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State of the art educational facilities are core Surrounding residential streets have a mix of Monash Community Center in the foreground busines of the campus. Great new buildings are single storey weatherboard 1960’s houses, and the Corpus Christi Retirement Village in the covering large ray of educational options. Re- single storey brick veneer 1980’s houses and background. search, doctoral and postdoctoral opportunities two storey detached houses recently built. All are also offered on the campus. houses are turning their back to the Precinct with tall 1.8m fences. Individual buildings are competing with their one-of architecture styles.

32 33 AREAS OF IMPROVEMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS INCLUSIVE PERSPECTIVE

• Need to promote higher density housing in the Precinct. • More affordable housing in the area that is not just for students. • Cooperation possibilities of the university with local schools could be developed further. • Establishment of more day care centers and primary schools and offerings to students and staff. • Increase promotion of community events in Campus and Precinct. • Organize regular community events to encourage interaction between campus staff, students, and Precinct community members.

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HOUSING EDUCATION ANALYSISINCLUSIVE CITY OUTCOME HEALTHCARE Attractive City Perspective CITIZEN ENGAGEMENT HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT PUBLIC SPACE ATTRACTIVE CITY BUILT ENVIRONMENT CULTURE & TOURISM

GREEN ECONOMY LOCAL ECONOMY PRODUCTIVE CITY RESILIENT ECONOMY INNOVATION

WHATPROTEC PEOPLETIVE ECOSYSTEM TOLD US SECURITY RESILIENT CITY SAFETY “FantasticCLIMATE place CHAN toGE work. Academic! The environment is not too intense, I wouldn’t like working in the city where it is too exhausting.” Academic member PEDESTRIAN ACCESSIBILITY TRANSPORTATION CONNECTED“Broader CITY Monash Precinct is dull and uninspiring” Monash Staff URBAN LOGITICS “For me,CON itNEC (theTIVITY Precinct) looks mostly industrial. I am not sure where the ‘action’ is.” Student

“Art Gallery is actually really good but no one knows about it” Community member

KEY STRENGTHS • Campus environment is landscaped and has natural open areas; well-maintained public spaces for exercising, seating, bbq, and eating • Sports and cultural facilities are well developed • Award winning architecture and landscapes • Diverse international community

KEY GAPS • Lack of vibrancy and night life options in the precinct, apart from Clayton area in the Precinct • Lack of options for after-work events and hang-outs in the Precinct • Non-homogenous urban development between the Campus and surrounding areas

36 37 FINDINGS PER THEME • Weekends are mostly quiet and only resi- • People who study or work on Campus do not dents (students and community) living near go to the Precinct’s residential and industrial campus use the public spaces. areas as it does not offer much entertainment HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT activities. The restaurants and cafés there • In the past few years, the Campus has be- cater mostly to working people with not many come livelier: you can now feel a community incentives for people to spend time (quick in in its infancy; students live on campus, there Main findings & observations and out for lunch time). are supermarkets, and sport facilities. • Campus is a great pedestrian friendly environment with several landscaped and • Bars & pubs in the Precinct are more attrac- • For residents, the lockdown was a good op- natural open areas. tive than the one on Campus but are further portunity to discover the area and its entertain- away and not as convenient. • Natural environment is discontinuous between the Campus and the Precinct ment facilities. Leisure areas in and around which lacks green open spaces. the Campus include: Scotchman’s creek • The Bus station is a mobility hub which pro- trail, the Nature Reserve and boardwalk near vides not only public transport connections • Overall, but the large roads, highways, and industries around the good air quality, Blackburn Rd, the Indigenous garden and but also it is an attractive public space where Campus generate air pollutants and CO2 emissions. lake near Monash Sustainable Development people can gather and enjoy the experience Institute (MSDI), picnic areas at Oakleigh Mt. of using public transport. • The students, university staff and visitors of • Campus is very clean and there is no vandals Waverly, pinewood cinema, pool and theatre the Campus appreciate the natural surroun- or graffiti. at Clayton complex, galleries, music perfor- dings with native vegetation and often use mances at Monash University. • Campus has plenty of parkland, which is very outside areas during their breaks or stay different from the other areas of the Precinct. behind after work to go for a walk. BUILT ENVIRONMENT • Lockdown was a good opportunity to discover the immediate natural surrounding area.

Main findings & observations

• Monash Campus contains award winning Architecture and landscapes. PUBLIC SPACE • The Precinct residential and industrial areas are not attractive. • Non homogenous urban development between Campus and other areas within the Precinct. Main findings & observations

• Buildings are surrounded with clean and well-maintained public spaces for seating, • Campus includes a mix of new and old buil- • Urban sprawl is prevalent in the Precinct (ex- BBQ and eating. Well maintained grass surfaces are also scattered throughout the dings, there is an ongoing effort to refurbish cluding Campus), characterized by the lack Campus. older buildings. of green space. • Sports and cultural facilities are well developed and usually used by students and • Campus is included in an Architectural Tour residents. that starts in Melbourne CBD. • The Precinct has good leisure areas and entertainment facilities (cinemas, cafés & restaurants, recreation, retail areas), however they are disconnected and unknown by most.

• Lack options in terms of nightlife and evening or after-work events.

38 39 CULTURE & TOURISM Image Gallery

Wetlands and well-maintained Main findings & observations trees and shrubs are surrounding the campus. On site landscape • Unique university culture is dominant, and environment is respectfully tailored for maintenance is engaged full time best educational performance. in planting and maintaining vege- • The University attracts a diverse international community. tation and water features. • Various events are organized by the university and open to the public. • There is a lack of communication and advertisement around the events and entertainment opportunities within the Precinct to better inform and involve the community. @Tractebel

Football Oval (Frearson Oval) • Monash is one of the fastest growing & deve- adjacent to the student residence loping councils and one of the most diverse on campus and Monash Univer- in terms of age and nationality. There is a sity Cricket Club. number of different cultures coexisting within Monash. • Cultural events are mostly provided in the Melbourne City Centre and therefore people from the campus commute to and from the city for it. • The Theatre has a robust program but is un- @Tractebel derutilized and there is not much knowledge from the community about what is going on in Elevated bike and pedestrian the theatre. bridge. • People are attracted to work in the university environment which is focused on knowledge development. • Campus attracts a diverse international community, around 30% of all students are from other countries. • Indigenous culture and heritage is well @Tractebel acknowledged and promoted (Aboriginal Garden). Sunken garden green space and water overflow zone.

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40 41 AREAS OF IMPROVEMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS ATTRACTIVE PERSPECTIVE

• Expand urban farming and native vegetation to other areas within the Precinct. • Encourage interventions and incentivize initiatives that promote improved air quality and pollution reduction @Tractebel @ Pidgeon ward measures. • Provision of some covered walkways on highly utilized Above left: Cultural Precinct Abo- routes within the campus. riginal recognition house. • Replace steel tables and chairs, during hot summer mon- Above right:Monash Gallery of Art ths these are too hot and not practical for use. (MGA). • Enhance establishment of on campus facilities: conve- nience store, supermarket, laundry service, and retail shops. • Encourage conversion of abandoned lots in the Precinct into green spaces. Cultural Precinct Japanese Gar- @Tractebel • Need to establish more restaurants and cafes in the den house. Campus that can cater after work events and gatherings. • Expand promotion of Monash cultural offerings, centers, and museums in the campus and overall Precinct area to encourage visitors.

The Ian Potter Centre for performing arts surrounded by the large @Tractebel grassed area.

Façade design accommodating @Tractebel stage seating. 42 43 ENERGY WATER CIRCULAR CITY MATERIALS & WASTE LAND

HOUSING EDUCATION INCLUSIVE CITY HEALTHCARE CITIZEN ENGAGEMENT

HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT PUBLIC SPACE ANALYSISATTRACTIVE CITY OUTCOME BUILT ENVIRONMENT Productive City Perspective CULTURE & TOURISM GREEN ECONOMY LOCAL ECONOMY PRODUCTIVE CITY RESILIENT ECONOMY INNOVATION

PROTECTIVE ECOSYSTEM SECURITY RESILIENT CITY SAFETY CLIMATE CHANGE WHAT PEOPLE TOLD US PEDESTRIAN ACCESSIBILITY TRANSPORTATION CONNECTED CITY “UrbanURBAN farming LOGITICS (local production) initiatives do exist, but are not well reco- gnizedCO andNNEC underutilized,TIVITY run by volunteers.” Academic member

“Contractors and service providers experience difficulties in accessing sites with equipment, tools, and storage.” Contractor / Campus Service Provider

“It is easy to get good qualified people to come work in the Precinct.”Local Business

KEY STRENGTHS • Monash Technology Precinct is a strong employment center outside Mel- bourne’s CBD • Intellectual capital present in the Precinct • Strong cooperation ambition between university, industries, and government on piloting smart and sustainable solutions • Quick adaption of new normal practices, COVID limitations

KEY GAPS • Urban farming of small scale for local production is not well recognized and underutilized • Room for comprehensive application of circular economy approach • Local marketing needs to be strengthened to promote awareness on innovative initiatives developed in the Precinct • Not connected to a digital smart city network

44 45 FINDINGS PER THEME RESILIENT ECONOMY

GREEN ECONOMY Main findings & observations • Quick application of adaptation measures as a result of growing restrictions fol- Main findings & observations lowing COVID pandemic. • exist but not well recognized and un- Urban farming (local production) initiatives • Contractors and service providers experience difficulties in accessing sites on derutilized, run by volunteers. Campus. • There is still room for the comprehensive adoption of circular economy approach.

• Monash City Council’s promotion of virtual • Contractors and service providers have diffi- conference for small to medium business fol- culty in accessing sites on Campus, specifi- • Community gardens established throughout and paper waste, compost green waste, lowing COVID limitations on social gathering. cally with their equipment and tools, narrow roadways, lack of storage for equipment and the campus and utilized by campus staff and reuse of grey water, investigate possibilities • COVID pandemic impacted university bud- temporary storage for green waste. students. to install local grey water treatment facilities get, estimated losses at ~AUS300 Million. – try to establish research programs related • Promotion of sustainability and urban food to resource efficiency and pilot projects wit- production on Campus. hin the CampusInstall intelligent lighting and • Initiatives to promote resource efficien- cooling/ heating systems – switchin on only cy – limitation of use of plastic in university when in use. canteens (e.g. drinking water fountains ins- tead of plastic bottles), reduce food waste INNOVATION

LOCAL ECONOMY Main findings & observations • Strong collaboration between research / education and industry. Localized inno- Main findings & observations vation initiatives are not communicated to the immediate community. • The Precinct is the biggest employment center outside Melbourne’s central business district.

• Strong intellectual capital is present in the Monash Precinct.

• Campus offers specialised jobs with highest level of education. • Industries established in the Campus who ini- tiate piloting of smart and sustainable transport options (electric buses), Net Zero Initia- • Lack of local commercial activity - whole- • To facilitate connections between indigenous tive projects etc. food markets and shops are located in the businesses and the University's procurement neighboring centers some 3.5 km away from function, Monash is a member of Supply Na- • Local marketing of innovation initiatives the Precinct. tion which is a leading database of verified needs to be strengthened to promote awar- Indigenous businesses. eness. • The majority of people working in the campus live outside the Clayton area and are commuting up to one hour each way to work or study.

46 47 Image Gallery AREAS OF IMPROVEMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS Research centers and edu- PRODUCTIVE PERSPECTIVE cation are largest employer in the campus.

• Promotion of urban farming / community gardening in vacant lots in the Precinct. • Establish evidence-based baseline information on waste sources and generation in preparation for mainstreaming sustainable consumption and production initiatives. @Google • Improve communication on green economy (posters, digital platforms, social media…) throughout campus regar- Education is the main eco- ding circular economy, resource efficiency). nomic pilar of the precinct, employing large number of • Space for pop-up business activities where participants can teachers and support staff. sell goods and produce during Friday evenings, weekend markets, or scheduled dates. • Explore ppossibilities of developing night-time activity / after office hours. • Provision of designated roads and ample space for contractors and service providers to store equipment. @Google • Go digital: Establish digital platforms for exchange of information (“Smart City” management) and support local Small businesses are initiatives and start-ups related to digital development (like servicing main activities on sharing of goods, transports and space…). the campus. On the Sports Walk Supermarket forms the corner on the ground floor.

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Small market gardens are located on the eastern side of Blackburn Road. Wa- ter collection, vegetable gardens and small observa- tories are on site adjacent to the business building.

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HOUSING EDUCATION INCLUSIVE CITY HEALTHCARE CITIZEN ENGAGEMENT

HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT PUBLIC SPACE ATTRACTIVE CITY BUILT ENVIRONMENT CULTURE & TOURISM

GREEN ECONOMY LOCAL ECONOMY ANALYSISPRODUCTIVE CITY R EOUTCOMESILIENT ECONOMY INNOVATION Resilient City Perspective PROTECTIVE ECOSYSTEM SECURITY RESILIENT CITY SAFETY CLIMATE CHANGE

PEDESTRIAN ACCESSIBILITY TRANSPORTATION CONNECTED CITY URBAN LOGITICS WHATCONNEC PEOPLETIVITY TOLD US

“The busy roads surrounding Campus put people off riding bikes. There is no safety on the roads, and it is hard to find bike lanes.” Community member

“I sometime feel vulnerable at night in the Precinct and choose to walk on busier paths to feel safe” Operations

There are areas on campus where it is scary to walk around in Winter when its dark at night, like walking to the Car Park for example.” Monash Staff

“The only major impact we felt from the fires was smoke which impacted air quality.” Operations

“During Summer, there isn’t enough shade in certain areas and the outdoor steel tables don’ look appealing and are not practical.” Monash Staff

KEY STRENGTHS • Campus plays an exemplary role in showcasing protection of green ecosystem; allowing space for trees and water infiltration, contribute to protection against heat waves and improved air quality. • The Precinct is equipped with some stationary cameras. Security cars circu- late frequently.

KEY GAPS • Construction sites impact the feeling of safety feeling for pedestrians due to high fences and being ‘empty’. • Low sense of safety on Campus at night – parts without sufficient streetlights, and lack of night activities. Precinct is a robbery hot spot with foreign students as main targets. • Crossing of main roads is not fit to pedestrian and cyclist needs – short green light, long waiting, mixed lanes. • Many road collisions occur due to extensive traffic and major arterial roads. 50 51 FINDINGS PER THEME • Fire system and network system is intricate, • The flow of cars and people are increasing manned by an engineering services officer due to the new construction of buildings near 24/7 on a 12-hour rotating shift. Precinct the shopping mall and the increased nu- PROTECTIVE ECOSYSTEMS is generally safe in terms of fires, however mber of houses which brings more people there are occasional interventions related to and more cars, and with the lack of car park fires and floods. Access in the Campus is an space, streets are becoming congested. issue that comes from time to time. Main findings & observations • A high number of collisions is registered by Local protective ecosystem is exceptional source of outdoor recreation opportuni- • Security is considered through activation the police due to many vehicles passing ties. of building facades with numerous access through the area (eg Monash Freeway) points. Security might be compromised by the • Around the Precinct there are emergency specific time frame buildings are used – du- points to press if you need a way finder. Vi- ring working hours/ school hours and at night sitor can indicate the number of the pole and there would be much less people on campus. get guidance. • Ecosystem services’ function is well beyond • Air quality, humidity and trees’ shade impro- its surrounding suburbs, and even its sur- ves the environment for all in the precinct. rounding neighborhood.

CLIMATE CHANGE

SECURITY & SAFETY Main findings & observations • Climate change mitigation initiative is considered throughout the Campus. Main findings & observations • Flooding occurs after heavy rains because old infrastructure. • Extensive application of emergency services protocols including police security • There is a need to install / retrofit infrastructure to mitigate heat island effect. and fire systems throughout the Campus.

• Efficient underground infrastructure / utility lines are installed throughout the Campus. • Climate change mitigation initiatives solar pa- • Wellington Road (North East corners) always • Decreasing road safety in the Precinct due to increasing traffic. nels, water collection, water sensitive urban floods when it rains. design, share car stations, bike transport pro- • Heat waves generate hot temperature for • Low sense of security at night on campus, people choose to use busier paths. motion and by promoting Precinct self-suffi- several weeks during summertime. Need to Streetlights are not enough. ciency. install shaded connection between buildings • Potential fire risk related to increase presence of battery storage - EV vehicles, • Old infrastructure such as sewers and drai- on the engineering precinct, and some gaps batteries storage nage are unable to support expanding popu- in the campus center. lation. • There is a roving security on Campus and in dash cameras. The increased presence of strong presence of protective services offi- cars with cameras gives a sense of security. cer (PSO) outside the the Campus. However, Offences per 100 000 population are well be- there are safety concerns in the Precinct out- low the state average, however according to side the university. police the precinct is identified as a robbery hot spot, targeting specifically students, with • Security has increased on the Campus. higher number of robberies of international There are stationary security cameras (CCTV students than domestic. network) installed and security cars with built-

52 53 Image Gallery AREAS OF IMPROVEMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS RESILIENT PERSPECTIVE

• Promotion of native vegetation in the Precinct area. • Downgrading traffic on large roads and improving traffic management. Dense vegetation in allo- • Installation of safer walking and more connected bike @Tractebel cated green zones on site. paths throughout the Precinct. • Installation of auto/smart-lighting throughout the campus. • Improving CCTV infrastructure. • Increase community engagement in safety (raise awareness, establish cooperation). • Include fire safety in the plans for installation of battery storage and EV parking. • Initiatives on installation of modern landscapes and use of porous pavements to reduce concrete walkways / pathways. • Build green infrastructure improvements into regular Night lights are located street upgrades. along all pedestrian links @Tractebel even through the parks. • Encourage building of green roofs and vertical gardens as an ideal heat island reduction strategy, providing both direct and ambient cooling effects.

Solar panels on roofs. Monash has installed solar rooftop capacity of 2.3 MW, equating to over 7,000 solar @Google rooftop PV.

54 55 6. CONCLUSIONS, RECOMMENDATIONS & NEXT STEPS CLOSE THE LOOP

The City Scan confirms that Monash University and the Monash Tech- • Optimize use of resources and increase energy efficiency nology Precinct is well developed on the six dimensions of a sustainable city. Monash University remains committed to the Net Zero ○ Network solutions – micro-grid extension within the Precinct, district heating and Initiative. cooling network The university area (campus) is outstanding in its design with the avai- ○ Shared fleet – EV cars, bikes, digital car-pooling platform lability of parks featured with indigenous plants and water sensitive ○ Efficient use of lecture rooms & result oriented facility management solutions. Sport and leisure facilities are available for local community. Intelligent parking system and bus hub facilitate the mobility connec- ○ Reduced use of plastic tion with distant city center. ○ Intelligent street lighting Some of the precinct’s performance could be developed further, ○ Smart building technology – room activity sensors, zoning, automated shading serving the Net Zero Initiative of Monash University by reducing energy demand & GHG emissions while addressing local development needs and embracing the Monash Technology Precinct potential. In this respect we would like to highlight following recommendations: • Boost circular economy ○ Local food production (urban farming) & food donations ○ Local composting of food scraps and other organic material ○ Increase practice of waste segregation SPREAD AND CONNECT ○ Reduction of waste – reuse of plastic, paper, promotion of repurposed materials (upcycling), reuse of pre-owned clothing, electronics, and household items, repair cafes • Strengthen collaboration with industry & government – leverage innovation implementation ○ Selective collection and reuse of grey water • Embrace the community – work out common programs, remove barriers, go ○ Facilitate digital platforms dedicated to circular economy perspectives beyond the Campus grounds • Promote intermodal transport (External & Internal connections)

WHAT ARE THE NEXT STEPS? Above mentioned recommendations indicate general directions where there is a need to define projects and actions. Following steps shall be considered for further progress on the integrated path of the Net Zero Initiative implementation: COMMUNICATE & INSPIRE (1) A discussion shall be organized aiming at definition of development priorities on the basis of revealed gaps. • Share the Net Zero Initiative plans and initiatives (2) Once the priorities are established the ambition shall be precise and followed by definition of detail development goals such as for example (%) share of public transport users; • Inspire the local initiatives & innovation towards zero carbon expected energy efficiency in different type of buildings; surface made available for solar PV • Promote good practices & share the experience (like the Water Sensitive Urban installations; reduction in dependency on fossil-fuel powered transport… Design, energy efficient passive building) (3) Finally projects shall be defined fulfilling development goals, as well as timeline of their implementation and Performance Indicators allowing to assess the progress. All the above mentioned elements can be grouped in Development Roadmap forming the next step project.

56 57 Coordination Monash Zero & Integration Net Iniative

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