"It is clear carbon emissions trading will continue to grow, nationally and internationally. "At the moment the two biggest schemes are the European Union's Emissions Trading Scheme and the UN's Clean Development Mechanism, both of which arose from … [Read more...] about On Rorting Carbon Trading
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Lost Wheel
My guess is within 100 km of Kintore, from the SW along the Sandy Blight Junction Road. I wouldn't make such a fuss but for the cost of replacement. 10,000 km in 4 weeks and very little on sealed road. I could describe ad nauseum the … [Read more...] about Lost Wheel
Budget Not Big on Climate
Last night the Australian Treasurer, Peter Costello, handed down the budget for the nation for the next financial year (2007-08). There were tax cuts, big increases in spending on higher education, but surprisingly little in response to all the … [Read more...] about Budget Not Big on Climate
A National Plan for Water Security (Part 1)
Last week the Australian Prime Minister John Howard launched ‘A Nation Plan for Water Security’. It is a 10 point plan with a $10 billion budget to run for 10 years and it has generally been well received perhaps because many Australians feel there … [Read more...] about A National Plan for Water Security (Part 1)
Peak Oil & Agriculture: Comments & Links
Jennifer, Following are two disturbing reports on "peak oil" you may not have seen. They could have a big impact on intensive agriculture regarding costs. May be some opportunities for communities to grow and supply a lot more of their own produce, … [Read more...] about Peak Oil & Agriculture: Comments & Links
Climate Skeptics on Trial in California: Steven Milloy
"The State of California has filed a request in federal court to force auto makers[General Motors, DaimlerChrysler Corp., and the Association of Automobile Manufacturers] to disclose all documents and communications between the companies and the … [Read more...] about Climate Skeptics on Trial in California: Steven Milloy