The National Water Commission Act 2004 expires on 30 June 2012 and will require amendment to continue the role of…[Read More]
Federal News
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Proposed common practice framework for Carbon Farming Initiative (CFI) additionality -released
The Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences (ABARES) has released an overview for a proposed common practice…[Read More]
New webportal provides research data on Australia’s coastline for councils and researchers
CSIRO has developed a new website, Coastal Research webportal to provide access to the latest research data and information on…[Read More]
Process to become carbon neutral
If you are looking at becoming carbon neutral, the Carbon Neutral Program Guidelines are available that describe the key steps…[Read More]
Senate passes Radioactive Waste Legislation
A passage of the National Radioactive Waste Management Bill 2010 was passed in the Senate this week that makes provision…[Read More]
Will you need a licence to participate in carbon markets?
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has released regulatory guidance, Regulatory Guide 236, Do I need a licence to…[Read More]
Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC)
The Federal Government has announced that the Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) offices will be located in Sydney. The Federal Government…[Read More]
National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme
Federal Parliamentary Secretary for Sustainability and Urban Water, Senator Don Farrell has announced DHL Supply Chain (Australia) Pty Ltd as…[Read More]
Emerging renewables projects – geothermal exploration
As part of the Australian Centre for Renewable Energy (ACRE) Emerging Renewables Project, the Federal Government has awarded a $1.9…[Read More]
UNAA World Environment Day Awards – now open
Each year, in support of United Nations World Environment Day (5 June), the United Nations Association of Australia (UNAA) recognises…[Read More]