So, what are the best replacements for single-use plastic bags? GIVEN THAT REUSABLE bags are much sturdier, how many times must we use them to compensate for their larger environmental impact? The simple answer is that there is no simple answer. However, a kind of research called “life cycle assessment” can help
Environment
Environmental issues in the Capital region and surrounds.
Along with war on wildlife …
1080 The Nasty Poison: why do Australians use it?
Prime Minister abandons Climate Policy
IN DROPPING ANY reference to emissions reductions in the National Energy Guarantee (NEG), the Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has capitulated to the extreme right on energy and climate policy, according to Climate Action Monaro (CAM). In a press conference today, the Prime Mister said he would adopt all recommendations of the
Crunch time for Turnbull’s energy plan
Two articles from The Conversation examine the federal government's domestic energy landscape Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull dearly needs a political win, especially after the July ‘Super Saturday’ by-election results, but his proposed national energy guarantee (NEG) is looking shaky heading into crucial talks with the States and Territories in August. Victorian minister
Video-of-the-Week: Must-see human and elephant fantastic journey
Rooftop solar steadied energy grid over summer
A pat on the back THE AUSTRALIA INSTITUTE’S Climate & Energy program has released findings that rooftop solar delayed and reduced peak demand in the National Electricity Market this past summer. This improved the reliability of the grid and covered for coal-fired power plants during breakdowns. Solar produces reliably during hot days
Bees get stressed at work too (and it might be causing colony collapse)
By Amélie Cabirol, University of Trento and Andrew Barron, Macquarie. EVER BEEN OVERWORKED, tired and felt muddle-headed? Research now shows honey bees suffer from the same thing – and we understand why. A honey bee’s life is hardly relaxing. Every day forager bees make many trips, travelling long distances, to gather vital
