Many recent high profile papers on food security argue something along these lines: First, food security is a growing concern, and a growing human population with changing diets will require larger amounts of food. Second, to meet the future demand …
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The Global Ocean Commission final report warns that the world’s oceans are at the point of collapse. Five drivers of ocean decline are identified: rising demand for resources; technological advances; decline of fish stocks; climate change, biodiversity and habitat loss; and …
What would it mean to live in cities designed to foster feelings of connectedness to the ocean? In his new book Blue Urbanism, author Timothy Beatley argues that, given all we’ve gained from the sea, city policies, plans, and daily urban …
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Householder’s Options to Protect the Environment Inc. (HOPE) has published the “Low Carbon Living starts at home” and “Householders Guide to Sustainable Living” booklets which are available for free download.
Global Food Relief invites your participation in a Community Survey to gauge community interest in the development of the Edible Streets and Suburbs program in Australia. Global Food Relief was established with the primary objective of providing relief to the …
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The 2014 Banksia Sustainability Awards comprise 11 Category Awards and the Environment Minister’s Cleaner Environment Award. Entrants can be individuals, not-for-profit organisations, community groups, governments, businesses and corporations. Early bird entries close 25 July 2014 and all entries close 19 …
Do you have an organic recycling story to tell or know of a great project? Nominate your local Council, your own business, or a person you believe has been outstanding in the industry for the 2014 AORA Leadership Awards. Nominations …
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The NSW Government Green Globe Awards recognise environmental excellence, leadership and innovation. Businesses, government, community groups and individuals who can demonstrate significant environmental achievements in NSW are encouraged to apply. Submit your nomination before 5pm Monday 21 July 2014.
A new Climate Council report investigates the future of Australia’s electricity sector. Internationally, the energy sector accounts for the largest proportion of greenhouse gas emissions, but Australia’s electricity is largely generated by ageing, inefficient coal-fired power plants leaving the nation …
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Sunulator is a new free tool from the Alternative Technology Association (ATA) which estimates the economic feasibility of a solar system.