Category Archives: carbon cycle

The crazy saga of the great CSIRO sell-off

Posted on 22 March 2016 by Peter Boyer

CSIRO’s death by 1000 cuts is creating international embarrassment for Australia. Competition isn’t everything. Communities also need people to be neighbourly, tolerant and well-mannered – the civilised attitudes and behaviours that bind us. Based on this need, we created public services … Continue reading →

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How trees give our emissions a sweeter smell

Posted on 12 January 2016 by Peter Boyer

Governments in Hobart and Canberra have discovered that trees make their carbon accounts look good, but it’s a con. You won’t believe this, but both the Tasmanian and national governments are into tree-hugging. They mightn’t believe it either. I’ll explain. … Continue reading →

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A year of broken records, prevaricating politicians

Posted on 29 December 2015 by Peter Boyer

Our response to climate change is not keeping pace with actual changes, but the Paris meeting leaves room for a smidgin of hope. [Peter Boyer] Greenhouse gases in Earth’s atmosphere and the temperature at its surface were both at record … Continue reading →

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