Monthly Archives: July 2010

A draft blueprint for a climate-friendly future

The Tasmanian Climate Action Council has made a good start to a long-term climate action plan for the state. [27 July 2010 | Peter Boyer] There was barely a murmur of dissent two years ago when Tasmania locked itself into a … Continue reading

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Climbing the mountain that is carbon pricing

The respective climate policies of the major parties for the 2010 Australian election bring no joy to those who want effective action to cut emissions. [20 July 2010 | Peter Boyer] There can be few more depressing prospects than Election 2010. … Continue reading

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A tale of two Treasury top dogs

An economic plan that discounts environmental factors is worthless. This is the message coming from Australian Treasury chief Ken Henry, but it’s not getting through closer to home. [13 July 2010 | Peter Boyer] “Development which does not respect conservation is … Continue reading

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