Environment
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Earth Footprint quiz.
Ever wondered how much "nature" your lifestyle requires? You're about to find
out.
This
Ecological Footprint Quiz estimates how much productive land and water you need
to support what you use and what you discard. After answering 15 easy questions
you'll be able to compare your Ecological Footprint to what other people use and
to what is available on this planet.
Australian Environment issues
Australia is
richly endowed with both non-renewable energy resources such as coal and natural
gas, and renewable energy resources such as solar, tidal and wind power. Energy
commodities are a major source of export earnings in Australia and development
of these resources in a sustainable manner is a primary policy goal of the
country. One of Australia's main objectives in developing a sustainable energy
policy is to ensure that the country's energy sector is well placed to take
advantage of economic and environmental opportunities and challenges that will
emerge both domestically and internationally in coming years.
Australian Greenhouse Calculator is a program that will calculate your
yearly greenhouse gas emissions based on the information you have provided. The
calculator will also compare your greenhouse emissions with that of a 'typical'
house and a 'green' house.
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You could advertise your business here!
Contact: info@wendoureewest.com
for further details
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Water
and the Environment
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Central Highlands Water authority
Responsible for
the supply of water and other services within Ballarat.
Water wise tips
Garden tips for
the lawn, mulch, organic matter, watering and using a broom. Inside the home
tips for the bathroom, toilet,
dishwashers and washing machines. Kitchen tips and checking for hidden leaks.
Water rebates – save money
The Victorian Government, in conjunction with Central Highlands Water and other
local water suppliers, is committed to helping you save water.
We are therefore offering Victorians a rebate on eligible water conservation
products purchased and installed between 1 January and 31 December 2003.
Under the scheme, households will be limited to a maximum rebate of $320; that
is $20 for purchasing water efficient products and $150 each for the purchase
and installation of a permanent greywater system and a rainwater tank.
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Energy and the Environment
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Energy Saving tips.
Tips on saving money and the environment by making your home more
energy efficient, room-by-room. Find out about energy ratings on household
whitegoods.
What is green electricity? Or you would you like to to know more
about
joining Origin Energy GreenEarth.
SolarSaver
If you have a solar hot water unit, you may be able
save money on your how water costs.
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Waste
& Recycling Services within Ballarat
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Find out when
your bin must go out, what services are offered by Ballarat City Council.
Recycling collection services in Ballarat
Green waste collection service in Ballarat
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Conservation
& Environment Initiatives
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Conservation
Volunteers
Who can
volunteer, the type of projects, what skills are needed, what to bring, how to
get on project, the cost and how to become involved.
Being Sunsmart
Being SunSmart
is so easy — you can protect your skin every day!. Learn about the right
clothing, shade and sunscreen.
Seedbank
The Ballarat
Regional Seedbank, hours of operation, services provided, seed collection, seed
sales and contact information.
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Books
on the Environment
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The following
list of books are available through any Central Highlands Regional Library
branch.
Click a link to view its details. |
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J 994.02 PYE
Australia's
environment : How people have changed the environment
PYERS, Greg
R 333.79 WIL
Wiley
encyclopedia of energy and the environment : 2 vols
BISIO, Attilio; BOOTS, Sharon
333.72 WHI
Listen
our land is crying : Australia's environment problems and solutions
WHITE, Mary E.
333.72 DOY
Green
power : the environment movement in Australia
DOYLE, Timothy
363.1791 IMM
Toxic
playground : a guide to reducing the chemical load in schools and childcare
centres
IMMIG, Jo
631.5233 AND
Genetic
engineering, food, and our environment : a brief guide
ANDERSON, Luke
J 577 FUL
Ecosystems
& environment
FULLICK, Ann
363.7 TRA
Saving
the environment : what it will take
TRAINER, Ted |