Archived material from historical editions of The Generator
Recently released estimates from Federal Treasury reveal a spike in the cost of fringe benefits tax concessions for company cars – costing the taxpayer billions of dollars annually. More alarmingly, the concession rate per vehicle actually increases the more kilometres logged. These concessions contribute unnecessarily and unacceptably to increased greenhouse gas pollution and urban traffic Continue Reading →
From the University of Wollongong University of Wollongong scientists have made an exciting discovery that enables processing and fabrication of an abundant form of carbon with extraordinary properties. Results of the discovery are being released in the prestigious international journal, Nature (Nanotechnology), on Monday January 28 (AEST). Director of the ARC Centre of Excellence Continue Reading →
The United Arab Emirates have announced plans for an all-new, zero carbon desert city – seven square kilometres of carless utopia designed to house 50,000 people. The project – dubbed Masdar ("the source") – is being designed by UK architect Lord Foster, and is described as ‘the world’s first sustainable city’. Much of its energy Continue Reading →
Sir Paul in NASA concert NASA will beam The Beatles’ song, "Across the Universe," into deep space Monday in an unprecedented long distance dedication by the U.S. agency. NASA’s Deep Space Network will transmit the song at 7:00 p.m. EST (0000 Feb. 5 GMT) on Feb. 4 in honor of several cosmic-themed anniversaries. Monday Continue Reading →
THE federal Government is committed to a short-term goal to slash greenhouse-gas emissions, despite warnings from a key adviser. The government has promised to set a short-term target after considering a report from economist Professor Ross Garnaut, who it has asked to examine the economic costs of tackling climate change. Professor Garnaut is due to Continue Reading →
Australia faces some significant environmental challenges in the coming year. Despite what we know about climate change, our greenhouse emissions are still rising, urban and rural Australians face worsening water shortages and the condition of our inland rivers remains dire. The Murray from the air ACF believes Australia’s most pressing environmental problems in 2008 Continue Reading →