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A NEW REPORT REVEALS the NSW communities hit hardest by climate-fuelled disasters in recent years. Three local government areas in New South Wales are among the top 10 communities most often affected by climate-fuelled disasters in the country. Local Government Area Number of disasters Clarence Valley 34 Mid-Coast 33 Port Macquarie 30 Climate-fuelled … Continued
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All Australians and every Sydney-sider should be extremely concerned about the Federal Opposition’s scheme for nuclear power, even though the city isn’t a potential site for a power plant. Experts will explain on Thursday how the true cost of nuclear power will be more delays to climate action, more climate pollution and more unnatural disasters … Continued
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Canberra, Australia – Today Australia’s opposition leader, Peter Dutton announced a Coalition government’s future nuclear energy plans. Dutton named seven proposed sites for nuclear plants after boldly claiming the plan would cost less than Australia’s renewable energy development. Nuclear power plants are currently banned in all states and territories in Australia. While the final cost has … Continued
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National environmental justice group Friends of the Earth Australia (FoE) has slammed opposition leader Peter Dutton’s release of the Coalition nuclear policy, describing it as a nuclear nightmare and a cynical ploy to keep burning coal and gas. Nuclear is simply too expensive and will take far too long to build to do anything useful … Continued
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MEDIA RELEASE19 June 2024 – for immediate release Coalition’s nuclear fantasy would create billions of tonnes more climate pollution The federal Coalition’s announcement today that they would transition Australia to nuclear reactors is a dangerous distraction from the urgent need to take action to reduce climate pollution this decade. Solutions for Climate Australia director Dr … Continued
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The Australian Koala Foundation (AKF) has today released a research paper outlining deep concern about the critical issue of habitat loss across Victoria, the true threat to koala populations. The Victorian Government’s Koala Management Strategy (VKMS) released in May 2023 completely misses the mark in securing the future of Koalas across the state. “The current … Continued
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A global campaign celebrates the 25th anniversary of the foundation by awarding impactful and innovative youth projects with funding. The call for projects has launched in Australia. Australia – To mark the 25th anniversary of its foundation, Schneider Electric, a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, is launching a global campaign to … Continued
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What do dish sponges and garden beds have in common? Normally not a lot, but in this instance, bringing new life. Koh, Australia’s leading eco-certified cleaning brand, has partnered with Community Gardens Australia to repurpose its biodegradable Dish Sponges into garden beds and encourage Australians to explore their green thumb and get creative in their … Continued
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New 2030 social and environmental targets set for ofi’s global operations which span ~50 countries, building on the existing product-specific strategies for cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts, and spices. Strong focus on supply chain excellence to enhance supplier engagement, mitigate supply chain risks, and give customers more rigorous, verifiable data for sustainability decision-making and reporting. Impact … Continued
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Health evidence has spearheaded concerns about the Middle Arm Industrial Precinct Senate Inquiry in Canberra today as health experts urge the Federal Government and the Northern Territory Government to regulate health impact. CAHA Chief Executive Officer Michelle Isles, Doctors for the Environment Australia Executive Director Dr Kate Wylie and former Northern Territory Physician Dr Katherine … Continued
