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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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Climate plan is key to Tasmania’s economic future

Posted on 8 December 2015 by Peter Boyer

Matthew Groom’s “climate action plan” is also an economic blueprint. [8 December 2015 | Peter Boyer] One of the key lessons emerging from the Paris climate conference is to avoid unbridled optimism or hopeless cynicism. As always, answers and solutions … Continue reading →

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