Lowan Sist, past Chief Executive Officer of Students At Macquarie (now Macquarie University Campus Life), recently stepped down from the role of Chief Executive Officer of Melbourne University Student Union Ltd (MUSUL).
Lowan has been, and intends to continue being, an active volunteer member of the Country Fire Authority, and is a strong supporter of his local community generally.
Whilst at the University of Melbourne, Mr Sist established, amongst other initiatives, strong sustainability practices and protocols aimed at the reduction of water usage and greenhouse gas emissions. In 2009, an 8% decrease in water consumption and energy usage across MUSUL was recorded, a not insignificant reduction.
This was achieved using a number of methods:
- monitoring the use of food storage chillers
- tighter control of air control handling system
- relamping lighting with low-energy bulbs
- reprogramming fan coil units for efficient use; and
- reducing temperature set points.
In addition, Mr Sist was responsible for introducing a range of new policies, procedures and standards in financial accountability throughout the Union's activities. He was also responsible for the commencement of the development process for MUSUL's facilities and retail planning.
Mr Sist's activities as CEO of Melbourne University Student Union were instrumental in rebuilding the credibility of the Student Union following a fallow period prior to Lowans' appointment.
Lowan Sist is to be congratulated on his achievements whilst at Melbourne University Student Union, and we wish him all the very best in his future activities.
