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First published in 2003, Eco Voice is your go-to publication for sustainability news in Australia. Eco Voice prides itself as an independent news platform with a clear focus on sustainability, with articles coming from a diverse range of contributors – all levels of government, corporations, not-for-profits, community groups, small to medium sized businesses, universities, research organisations, together with input from international sources. Eco Voice values community, conservation and commerce. Eco Voice is a media partner of the prestigious Australian Banksia Sustainability Awards – The Peak Sustainability Awards.
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Farmers welcome funding boost for drought preparedness

Farmers for Climate Action Farmers for Climate Action, an organisation representing more than 8000 farmer members across Australia has welcomed today’s announcement on drought initiatives. “It is a big step forward for the Future Drought Fund to acknowledge the reality that climate change is driving more frequent and severe droughts in Australia,” said Farmers for […]
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Sydney storage specialists usher in a greener future with solar

Warehouse by Design is set to save almost $6,000 per year and offset its annual electricity consumption by 73 per cent with Solahart Warehouse by Design, a local Sydney storage and materials handling business, is switching up the status quo by embracing a commitment to sustainability. From its head office in the Western Sydney suburb of […]
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Explore the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition at the Maritime Museum

Australian National Maritime Museum The Australian National Maritime Museum is thrilled to see the return of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition, now in its 59th year. On loan from the Natural History Museum in London, this exhibition highlights a myriad of plant and animal species from the lens of wildlife photographers worldwide. These breathtaking images capture […]
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Study Reveals ESG Investors Face Significant Fund Selection Risk: Scientific Beta

A new study from Scientific Beta, “From ESG Confusion to Return Dispersion: Fund Selection Risk is a Material Issue for ESG Investors”, examines the performance dispersion of ESG funds and finds that fund selection risk is a material issue for sustainable investment strategies, creating the possibility of data mining. The findings show substantial performance disparities […]
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Ecological Activist Makes Impassioned Plea to Follow Nature’s Blueprint

Ecological activist Arwinder Kaur says travelling the world in her youth was the best education she could have received, bringing her face to face with contrasting realities of the human existence. She learned that perspectives are shaped as much by mind and soul as by external circumstances, and that lesson opened her eyes to the […]
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Uproarious Menagerie of Kids and Creatures Fight to Save Beloved Zoo in Fun-Filled New Adventure

Readers young and old will enjoy the rollicking, fast-paced new adventure, The Lincoln Zoo Rebellion — a story that is every bit as entertaining as it is informative. Brimming with sophisticated humor, fascinating factoids and an eclectic cast that includes an elderly zookeeper who communicates with animals, a sweet young veterinarian fresh out of school, a fugitive […]
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Using wave measurement technology to protect Vietnam’s coastal population

The Mekong Delta in Vietnam is home to over 20 million people and acts as a globally important agricultural area. The health and longevity of this important ecosystem is being threatened by rising sea levels and coastal erosion. Researchers rely on advanced wave measurement devices from Nortek to validate ocean models and provide accurate data […]
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UNESCO report reveals 70% of environmental journalists have been attacked for their work

A new report published by UNESCO on World Press Freedom Day, 3 May, warns of increasing violence against, and intimidation of journalists reporting on the environment and climate disruption. At least 749 journalists or news media reporting on environmental issues have been attacked in the last 15 years, and online disinformation has surged dramatically in […]
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Gulf of Carpentaria’s gillnet bans will give sawfish, turtles & dugongs much-needed reprieve

Five net-free zones to be implemented from May 17 $12 million for fishers to be compensated for loss of fishing grounds Topsy Creek net-free zone near Kowanyama will support First Nations business development, including eco-tourism The Gulf of Carpentaria’s threatened sawfish, turtles and dugongs have won a much-needed reprieve with the Queensland Government’s announcement today of five […]
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INTERNATIONAL COMPOST AWARENESS WEEK 2024 CELEBRATES NATURE’S CLIMATE CHAMPION

● International Compost Awareness Week (ICAW) 2024, the largest and most comprehensive education initiative of the compost industry, takes place 5 – 11 May. ● ICAW 2024’s theme is COMPOST…Nature’s Climate Champion. ● Composting organic residuals and creating compost is a proven winning combination to tackle climate change, while also helping to keep soils healthy. […]
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Ashurst advises Aquila Capital on procurement and portfolio financing of New Zealand solar PV projects

Global law firm Ashurst has advised Aquila Capital as international counsel on their procurement and portfolio financing of solar PV projects with an expected capacity of 180MWp in New Zealand. The portfolio forms part of a broader 1.4GW portfolio of solar PV assets to be developed by a joint venture between Aquila and Far North […]

CBA enhances small business Sustainability Tool with Aussie-owned businesses

CBA is working with BioPak and EnergyFlex to help more small businesses achieve their sustainability goals. Commonwealth Bank’s Sustainability Action Tool now integrates offers from compostable food packaging organisation BioPak, and energy insights from start-up EnergyFlex, to better help small businesses embed sustainability into their operations, saving money and reducing the cost of doing business. Launched in […]

Public-private Collaboration to Track Progress on Global Renewables Target

IRENA has selected GRA as the exclusive private sector partner for its annual report series, officially commissioned by the COP28 Presidency, to track the tripling of renewable power capacity and doubling of energy efficiency by 2030. Following the historic outcome of the first Global Stocktake to triple global renewable energy capacity and double energy efficiency […]

Companies seen hiring for roles to lead sustainable practices in travel and tourism industry, finds GlobalData

A notable shift is underway in the travel and tourism industry as companies are increasingly prioritizing sustainable practices, energy efficiency, waste reduction, and conservation efforts in their hiring strategies. Against this backdrop, airline and airport companies are posting some senior/mid-level environmental, social, and governance (ESG)-related jobs for initiatives around business operations, reveals the Job Analytics Database of GlobalData, a […]

10th World Water Forum: UNESCO mobilizes the international community for sustainable water management

UNESCO will promote international cooperation and innovative solutions to tackle the pressing global water challenges at the 10th World Water Forum from May 18-24 in Bali, Indonesia. The 2024 edition, held under the theme “Water for Shared Prosperity”, will bring together policymakers, scientists, and stakeholders from around the world and result in a joint global […]

‘Cymbeline(or, Imogen)’ by William Shakespeare DIR Robert Johnson

THEATRE REVIEW by Meredith Fuller OAM Psychologist and Author This rarely staged play is about love, forgiveness, grace and reconciliation as well as an adventurous romp. Funny, dynamic, and archetyal - I promise that you will have an evening of laughter and chuckles as well as imbibing culture...

There’s more to do at the Library this winter

WHAT'S ON | DONATE PLAN YOUR VISIT   Over 2.25 million people have already walked through our doors this financial year to be inspired by unforgettable experiences at the Library. This is a new visitation record and great milestone! Join us in escaping the chill and set your imagination alight with a new...

Stronger for longer: Oil demand to grow in the mid-term, future trajectory depends on clean tech and policy

Oil demand will rise further in the medium term, according to Rystad Energy research and modeling, as low-carbon alternatives are not yet sufficiently developed or economically competitive to offset the growing demand for transportation and industrial services. Rystad Energy’s latest Oil Macro Scenarios report explains how the 13 sectors that rely on oil will face […]

Passive ESG Investing Needs Careful Attention Amid ‘Backlash’

By Wichen Ding – bfinance Director Equity and  Kathryn Saklatvala bfinance Senior Director, Head of Investment Content  From the pages of the Financial Times and Reuters to the hallways of investment conferences, noise of an ‘ESG Backlash’ has echoed around the asset management industry through recent months. ‘Exhibit’ A for naysayers: ESG equity indices, with prominent […]

Grill’d announces a major initiative to promote sustainability in their burger offerings

In January 2023, burger restaurant chain Grill’d introduced the Gamechanger, using grass-fed beef patties made from cows that produce up to two-thirds fewer methane emissions than regular cattle. The Gamechanger burger is the world’s 1st all-natural sustainable beef burger. As part of phase 2, from 7th May 2024, seven Grill’d restaurants nationwide will exclusively offer 100% Gamechanger […]

Green concrete recycling twice the coal ash is built to last

Dr Chamila Gunasekara holds a sample of the low-carbon concrete. Credit: Michael Quin, RMIT. New modelling reveals that low-carbon concrete developed at RMIT University can recycle double the amount of coal ash compared to current standards, halve the amount of cement required and perform exceptionally well over time. More than 1.2 billion tonnes of coal […]

CYMBELINE

CYMBELINE I always attend any play from Robert Johnson and Jessica Johnson. This interview will encourage you to book tickets! Tell us about your first encounter with the play ‘Cymbeline’. Do you remember your initial response? A: I first read Cymbeline on an overnight train to Sydney when I was...

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