help!
We will be letter boxing the electorate of Bennelong over the next months asking people to vote climate in September. The Opposition’s promise to repeal the carbon tax is bad news. We are looking for 20 people to join us. Contact us with subject heading Letterboxing or call Jo on 0414 375 149.
lots of good news!
China to launch carbon trading scheme in June
The world’s biggest producer of carbon dioxide (CO2) is set to launch seven pilot emissions trading schemes in cities and provinces from this year, covering at least 700 million tons of annual CO2 emissions.
http://www.greenbiz.com/news/2013/04/08/china-launch-carbon-trading-scheme-mid-june
Worlds first algae powered building
This Hamburg building is a pilot for sustainable energy production in urban areas. Its designers say buildings will transform over the next 50 years http://now.motherearthnews.com/story/greenhome/the-worlds-first-algaepowered-building-o/636b4669444374535849464c315648457378746b53773d3d
Australia has now officially exceeded one million rooftop solar panel installations
Celebrate!!! http://climatecommission.gov.au/others/solar-systems-soar/
Global clean energy investment has increased five-fold, from $50 billion a year to more than $250 billion
Even more reason for Australia to take the lead in renewables and the chance for us to revolutionize our manufacturing industry.
http://insights.wri.org/news/2013/04/bring-smart-policies-clear-air-clean-energy
Now coming to YOUR roof
Sungevity Australia will provide you with a pay-as-you-go solar power system. You use less coal based electricity so your energy bill is less, helping offset the cost of the system, which you pay a bit for each month. If you missed out on our two solar purchase schemes, here is your chance. For a quote http://au.sungevity.org/getup
What’s On
2013 Australian Climate Action Summit – 21-23 June Sydney Secondary College, Glebe
Join with climate activists to share experiences and knowledge to build an even stronger Climate Action Movement! Register.