Garry Frederick Baverstock (born 1949) is an Australian

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-based architect, property developer, author and scientist, specialising in energy efficient building design. He was one of the pioneers of

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in Australia, championing

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of buildings and the use of

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Career

Beverstock founded Ecotect Architects in 1969. He is a professor and Built Environment Program Manager of the Research Institute of Sustainable Energy at

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. Baverstock became president of the

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in Western Australia after holding the position of Honorary Secretary from 1979–1986. His work is primarily involved with solar energy design and promoting

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. He has designed over 700 solar houses in all climates throughout Australia. Along with his wife Julia Hayes, he designed the eco-friendly Swanbourne Business Centre in

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. He is co-founder and director of the solar energy website solar-e.com.

Recognition

Baverstock has received the

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in public recognition of his environmental and philanthropic achievements. He was made a Life Fellow of the

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Access 31

In 2008 it was reported that Baverstock presented a $500,000 rescue package to community television station

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. Baverstock, who pledged $500,000 to rescue the station before withdrawing his offer, claimed that he was misled about the station's financial position.

Publications

Baverstock has authored over 50 papers and publications, including co-authorship of the design manual "Low Energy Buildings in Australia" (1986) with Sam Paolino.

References

External links

Official site
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