A wellbeing approach to policy considers the likely impacts decisions will have on future generations.
Category: Sustainability
New wind farms operational in Victoria
In October 2023, renewables met 49% of Victoria’s total monthly electricity generation – with wind power providing 23%.
Planning policy will fall short without action
There is an increasing need for coordinated government efforts to provide liveable, sustainable communities, says the document.
Blacktown City a model for sustainability
Council named overall sustainable cities winner at NSW environment awards.
Operators announced for Tassie bottle deposit scheme
Tasmania is one step closer to joining other jurisdictions by introducing a container refund program.
Bioplastic hub opens in Perth
An $8-million bioplastics facility has opened in Western Australia.
Queenslanders want more renewables: survey
Most Queenslanders believe the state needs to quickly bring more renewable energy online, according to a poll.
Green light for world’s largest solar precinct in NT
The federal government has approved what will be the world’s largest solar precinct in the Northern Territory.
Govt modelling shows temperatures set to rise across NSW
Even under a low emissions scenario, NSW can expect an additional 15 days above 35C each year by 2090, government projections show.
Mark McGowan to chair Frontier Energy
Former WA Premier Mark McGowan has been appointed non-executive chairman of Frontier Energy.