Call to country:
Our very own Pamela Reeves was one of hundreds around the country calling for a halt to coal seam gas mining expansion. See more at:https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.469550689783670.1073741826.149255515146524&type=1
Whats On
Empowering Our City: Community Renewable Energy Forum
Wed 13 March 6.30-8.30 at Redfern Town Hall, 73 Pitt St, Redfern
$10 Waged, $5 unwaged. Hear a range of experts on community renewable energy and share your thoughts on how we can create community renewable energy projects across Sydney. Register http://empoweringourcommunity.doattend.com.
Earth Hour
Sat 23 March it is happening again. Turn off the lights, encourage your friends and family to do thew same, and make the move towards renewables. More info at:http://www.earthhour.org.au.
Permaculture Sydney – Upcoming Courses:
http://us2.campaign-archive2.com/?u=b59e8d55b3fd2810461d2bb00&id=23f0e45c78&e=11976aeabc
Climate Commission Report
Climate Commission was established to provide all Australians with an independent and reliable source of information about the science of climate change, the international action being taken to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and the economics of a carbon price. Read their latest report here:
Pacific 350
Infographic: Has the Kyoto protocol worked?
50,000 march in biggest climate change rally in US history
We stand in support with the 50,000 Americans who marched on Washington DC to show their support taking action on climate change now. Add your voice of support!
Renewable energy now cheaper than new fossil fuels in Australia
Check out this new research firm Bloomberg New Energy Finance that showing the economic argument against renewable energy is becoming defunct.
Ask the Question
Online tool: Ask your pension fund if it invests in fossil fuels
Peak coal for China in 2015?
With news China has announced that it will be reducing its use of coal 2015, it sends a clear and powerful message that the future of renewables is strong, and we must move away from fossil fuel reliance.
