Tag Archives: Jack Gilding

Rooftop solar: more than just electricity

To see the true value of rooftop solar we have to go beyond the figures [11 June 2013 | Peter Boyer] If there was only one country in the world ready-made for solar energy, it would have to be Australia. … Continue reading

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How communities are succeeding despite the odds

In these trying times, we can gain strength from each other and the natural world. [29 November 2011 | Peter Boyer] As I write this there’s a glorious day outside. Green grass is still moist from yesterday’s showers, buds everywhere … Continue reading

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