eco media » 2006

Flinders Island may be rehabilitated for eco tourism

South Australia’s Department of Environment and Heritage has entered discussions aimed at turning Flinders Island into an eco tourism destination. There are calls for native flora and fauna to be returned to the island.

posted by seamas on May 31, 2006 at 3:40 pm · filed under Various and general

Beattie to address South East Queensland water shortages

Queensland Premier Beattie says water shortages in the South East of the state are reaching a critical stage. The Premier will not compromise his plans for new dams, but is likely to focus on water recycling initiatives.

posted by seamas on May 31, 2006 at 3:29 pm · filed under Various and general

Nuclear power still not viable in Australia

Nuclear power would cost about double the current price for coal-fired electricity.

posted by markmann on May 30, 2006 at 3:46 pm · filed under Recycling and waste

Apartments are biggest greenhouse gas emitters

A study has found that high-rise apartments are bigger energy guzzlers than houses.

posted by markmann on May 30, 2006 at 3:30 pm · filed under Climate, greenhouse and renewable energy

Iemma to pitch for green vote

The NSW Premier is set to announce a 12 per cent increase in his Government’s spending on the environment.

posted by markmann on May 30, 2006 at 3:27 pm · filed under Various and general

Energy researchers fearful of questioning Government

A leading energy scientist claims renewable energy researchers would not criticise the Federal Government over it’s climate change or energy policies because of fears they would be stripped of their funding.

posted by seamas on May 30, 2006 at 12:56 pm · filed under Climate, greenhouse and renewable energy

Snowy Hydro sale opposition grows

Conservation groups have been joined by sporting clubs, tour operators and farmers in an expected legal bid to stop the Snowy Hydro sheme from being privatised.

posted by seamas on May 30, 2006 at 10:20 am · filed under Various and general