Tag Archives: Tasmanian Climate Action Council

Where’s the action in this “action plan”?

Posted on 2 August 2011 by Peter Boyer

Tasmania’s new climate-energy plan lacks the spark that could get us going. We can do better. [2 August 2011 | Peter Boyer] Tasmania is well placed to act decisively on climate change and lead the world in embracing a low-carbon … Continue reading →

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A draft blueprint for a climate-friendly future

Posted on 27 July 2010 by Peter Boyer

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

Posted on 20 July 2010 by Peter Boyer

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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