Earn Your Stars latest updates

"Swap your frock" recycling initiative - 22nd Nov 2009 1:00pm

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:43:41 +1100

So we�ve all heard the 3 R�s; reduce, reuse and recycle, well here�s a chance to do all three � and get something in return.

Hobart�s first "Swap your Frock" event will take place at the Australian Italian Club in Federal Street, North Hobart on 22 November. "Swap your frock" events are aimed at women who would like to have fun while clearing out their wardrobe and scoring some "new" fashion pieces. A taste-tester to this event took place at the Sustainable Living Expo last weekend with great success.

Community grants programs now open

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 11:55:07 +1100

Two grants programs are now open for not-for-profit organisations to help communities to reduce their carbon footprint. The Earn Your Stars Micro-grants program offers amounts of up to $3000, while round two of the ClimateConnect Grants offers amounts of up to $30,000.

Council Meets Community - Showcasing Community Solutions

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:47:14 +1100

The Tasmanian Climate Action Council is hosting the third in the series of Council Meets Community presentations. This event will be held in Launceston on 3 December. Download the flyer for further details.

Re-tooling for Climate Change Grants Information Seminar - 23rd Nov 2009 2:00pm-3:00pm

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:38:38 +1100

An information seminar on Re-tooling for Climate Change grants is being held in Hobart on Monday 23 November.

Re-tooling for Climate Change helps manufacturers improve the energy and water efficiency of their production processes. Grants from $10,000 to $500,000 are available on a dollar for dollar basis for each project.

The grants are competitively awarded, and the program is currently open for applications.

This information session is aimed at Tasmanian manufacturers and their advisors.

Bronwyn Williams, the national Program Manager, will share her insights into how a wide range of businesses have won grant support, over half of which are from regional areas. Bronwyn will discuss the key features of the program, and focus on how to make a strong application.

Don Campus Presentation

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:51:22 +1100

Tasmanian Climate Change Office Executive Director, Wendy Spencer presented to the Climate Change Club based at the Don Campus on Tuesday 27 October. Students from Ulverstone High, Devonport High, Nixon St Primary and Miandetta Primary were present. The slides from this presentation are attached.

New Scientist: How laundry could slash US carbon emissions

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:46:16 +1100

Article detailing the 17 acts of household environmental kindness which could dramatically reduce US carbon dioxide emissions.Article detailing the 17 acts of household environmental kindness which could dramatically reduce US carbon dioxide emissions.

Spirit of Tasmania charts a course to reduce emissions

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:43:51 +1100

Passengers crossing Bass Strait on board Spirit of Tasmania can now look forward to a service with reduced carbon gas emissions and increased recycling options.

The Next Big Question Breakfast Seminar - 10th Nov 2009 7:30am-9:00am

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:59:25 +1000

In conjunction with the 6th National Fook Safety, Quality and Environmental Assurance Conference for Primary Industry.

Australia21 has developed a two year project to create a new conservation on the big questions facing Australia at a time that calls for informed and inventive thinking.

See flyer for further details

Keep It Real 2009 - 6th National Food Safety, Quality and Environmental Assurance Conference - 9th Nov 2009 - 12th Nov 2009

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:37:58 +1000

Be quick! Registrations close at the end of October.

Hear the latest from national and international specialists in recycled water, emissions management, crisis planning, fair trade certification and more than 30 other hot topics important to your business. See the full event program.
Join workshops exploring carbon accounting tools, soil health, technologies for mapping field variability, and the importance of brands in gaining a competitive edge.

Download the Keep it Real 2009 registration form

AuSSI-Tas Kids 4 Kids Conference - 11th Nov 2009 9:00am-3:00pm

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 10:26:19 +1000

The conference is being held to celebrate the school�s sustainability stories, recognise National Recycling Week, implement Tasmania�s first Giant Swap meet and hear from Chris Jordan, an international artist working with recycled materials. Chris is the Key note speaker and will be inspirational!

Download a flyer here