Archived material from historical editions of The Generator
Barbara Yaffe – Vancouver Sun In crafting policy around air travel, governments both here abroad are flying by the seat of their pants. The world is starting to be affected by the twin challenges of climate change and peak oil, but many involved in transportation planning are looking the other way. In fact, it’s easy Continue Reading →
From Fiona Harvey and Jim Pickard of the Financial Times The Stern report on climate change underestimated the risks of global warming, its author said yesterday, and should have presented a gloomier view of the future. "We underestimated the risks . . . we underestimated the damage associated with temperature increases . . . and Continue Reading →
by Stephen Lacey, Staff Writer – RenewableEnergyWorld.com Over the last 50 years urban populations have exploded, causing a slew of environmental and social problems. However, many community planners see the world’s urbanization not as a threat, but as a powerful force for addressing climate change and building a sustainable future. "Cities offer the most potential Continue Reading →
The Tasmanian town of Coles Bay was the first in Australia to ban plastic shopping bags. (ABC News: Giulio Saggin) The Tasmanian Government has ruled out unilateral action to reduce the use of plastic shopping bags. The Federal Environment Minister, Peter Garrett, met his state and territory counterparts in Melbourne yesterday, but they failed to Continue Reading →
Tim Colebatch, The Age AUSTRALIA’S economic prospects have taken another unexpected turn. Economists estimate that last week’s deals with steel makers Posco and Nippon Steel to treble the price of coking coal will lift national income in the year ahead by at least $30 billion, or 3%. While each day brings more evidence Continue Reading →
Australian Greens climate change spokesperson, Senator Christine Milne, today called on the Rudd Government to focus its Budget priorities on existing climate solutions such as energy efficiency and renewable energy as the National Generators Forum joins those wavering on coal geosequestration. Senator Milne said "The window dressing for the coal industry is now in tatters. Continue Reading →