Environmental Sustainability Action Plan

This Environmental Sustainability Action Plan (ESAP) is one of several Action Plans aligned with the National Gallery’s new vision and Corporate Plan, including a Reconciliation Action Plan, Disability Inclusion Action Plan and Gender Equity Action Plan. By affiliating the National Gallery’s Action Plans with the United Nations Global Goals, we are joining and supporting global efforts to bring about equity, justice, and sustainability.

The ESAP provides a roadmap for the National Gallery to strategically focus its efforts across all aspects of its facilities and operations to achieve a more sustainable environmental footprint and responsible waste management practices over the next three years. It is a living document that will be updated annually as we respond to changes and the environment in which we work.

Our Plan is structured using the following key impact areas which is designed to help the National Gallery implement actions that will facilitate improvements in the environmental sustainability of its artistic programs, operations, and facilities now and into the future.

Buildings and Operations

Impact Area 1: Reduce energy use

Impact Area 2: Reduce waste

Impact Area 3: Reduce water use

Transport and Consumables

Impact Area 4: Reduce emissions from art freight and stock deliveries

Impact Area 5: Reduce emissions from staff transport

Impact Area 6: Reduce paper use

Partnerships and Management

Impact Area 7: Create partnerships for sustainability

Impact Area 8: Manage for sustainability success

The National Gallery values community feedback on our progress in meeting the actions outlined in our ESAP. We encourage individuals and organisations to share their thoughts and experiences with us to ensure our continued improvement.

General enquiries
Email: information@nga.gov.au
Phone: +61 2 6240 6411