Archive for June, 2005

Yarra River protected from Melbourne developmentsLink to full story

Victoria’s Planning Minister, Rob Hulls, has released a strategy aimed at protecting the Melbourne stretch of the Yarra River.

ACF says nuclear power is not the answer to greenhouse reductionsLink to full story

The ACF has said that nuclear power is not the answer to reducing Australia’s greenhouse gas emmissions, and instead has urged further investigation of solar and wind power

WWF & TRAFFIC call for more support on African ivory trade banLink to full story

Recent surveys by TRAFFIC and WWF have shown that trade in banned African ivory is still widespread despite the implementation of control strategies

Federal committee to consider nuclear powerLink to full story

As part of an inquiry into Australia’s uranium reserves, a committee of federal MPs will investigate the possibilities of nuclear power in Australia

NT urged to curb greenhouse gas emissionsLink to full story

The Northern Territory government is being encouraged to reduce greenhouse gas emmissions, which are three times higher than the national average per capita.

Coal-fired power plant decision key to Carr’s credentialsLink to full story

The Greens say New South Wales Premier Bob Carr’s decision on whether to proceed with construction of a new coal-fired power plant will define his environmental legacy to the state.

GE crop resistance evident in insectsLink to full story

Crops genetically engineered to ward off insects with specific toxins are becoming less effective because insects are developing a resistence.

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