Clean Energy and Sustainability Bulletin: 21 September
Defend the Defenders: Stand Up for our Environment
Monday 21st September 2015 12pm - 1pm Victoria State Parliament
A quick reminder that Friends of the Earth is calling for supporters to attend a celebration of the important and tireless hard work that is supported by donations to environment organisations. This process is under attack:
'People who care about the environment are under attack. Why? Revenge.
The dirty climate-wrecking polluters don't want to change their ways and want to make it harder for people to make donations to protect the environment.
Each donation is a powerful statement of care and so we're having a celebration of the places we love in defiance of these negative attacks.
We're timing the celebration for a Parliamentary Inquiry that's taking place this Monday in Melbourne. The polluters are exerting their lobbying might through this Inquiry to get the government to do their bidding. Join us to show that our care is more powerful than the polluters' dollars.
BRING: A photo of a place you love that has been improved or saved by an environment group, or a personal story about why you support environment groups. A camera crew will be roaming the crowd to record these stories.'
For more info see the Facebook event link below:
https://www.facebook.com/events/430687940462368/
Have your Say: Victoria's Renewable Energy Plan, Castlemaine Thursday, 24 September 2015
The Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources is holding public forums to support the development of a Renewable Energy Action Plan; a practical plan to increase renewable energy generation, contribute to the state’s economy, create jobs and benefit the environment.
It would be great to get some big local voices in the room!
Thursday, 24 September 20155:45 PM to 8:00 PM
Phee Broadway Theatre
Mechanics Lane Castlemaine
Interested members of the public are invited to attend one of the following forums. Please ensure you click the link to RSVP to the location of your choice.
The Victorian Government recently released Victoria’s Renewable Energy Roadmap to inform the consultation process. It outlines a number of initiatives aimed at accelerating the development of renewable energy in Victoria and suggests a renewable energy target of at least 20 per cent by 2020. Feedback is being sought on the objectives, actions and priorities outlined in the Roadmap, and whether there are any additional ideas the Government should be considering.
We encourage all attendees to read the Roadmap before attending a forum to promote a productive discussion. Copies are available via the Department's website.
http://www.energyandresources.vic.gov.au/energy/sustainable-energy/victorias-renewable-energy-roadmap
Formal submissions on the Roadmap can be made via: renewable.energy@ecodev.vic.gov.au.
Submissions will be published on the website, unless clearly labelled ‘material supplied in confidence’.
Follow the link to RSVP to this Castlemaine Forum here
Or head to the Victorian Government's Energy and Earth Resources website for more information.
MASG Wash against Waste Trailer Licensed Operator Workshops, 10th October
MASG is running a workshop on how to become a licensed operator of the Wash Against Waste Trailer. In two hours you’ll learn how to operate the trailer and how to coordinate volunteers to ensure the trailer works smoothly at your event. Once you're a licensed operator, you can operate the trailer yourselves, and not have to pay the expense to someone else!
Workshop Dates:
Saturday 10 October from 2 to 4pm
Cost: $5 per person, includes morning or afternoon tea and training notes
Location: Back of The Old Castlemaine Gaol, corner of Edward and Bowden Street, Castlemaine
Bookings:
Contact the MASG office at
325 Barker Street
T: 5470 6978
or email
waw@masg.org.au by 14 September to secure your place.
Head to the Facebook event page
here for more details:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1637186409857776/
CROCKERY FOR HIRE
AND! Did you know that if just want to hire reusable cups, plates, and bowls etc made from melamine then you can contact usat MASG on:
P: 5470 6978 or E:
waw@masg.org.au.
October workshops at the Enviro Shop
FREE Workshop
Natural Paints & Oils for Building Professionals
When: Thursday 15 October, 5.15 – 6.30pm
Where: Castlemaine Environment Shop, 325 Barker St
More and more people living in Central Victoria are interested in sustainable building and renovating and seeking building professionals who can recommend and use natural materials. Livos Australia offer a large range of oils and paints suitable for all surfaces including concrete, timber, plaster and much more.
Livos expert, Angela Petruzzi will be at the Environment Shop in Castlemaine to demonstrate the range of Livos products and answer all your questions about using and recommending natural oils. Whether you are a building professional, owner builder or enthusiastic amateur, book into this FREE session to learn about:
· Why use natural oils and paints
· Choosing and specifying different products for a wide range of situations
· Application, coverage and design tips
· Durability, maintenance and trouble-shooting
FREE Workshop
Composting from A-Z
When: Saturday 17 October, 10.30-12pm
Where: Castlemaine Environment Shop
With spring in the air and the weeds taking hold, there's lots of reasons to get a compost system that works for your lifestyle and garden. Come along to this FREE session to get a crash course in aerobic and anaerobic composting, the ins and outs of worm farms and bokashi systems and the do's and don'ts for compost in the garden.
Places are limited for both workshops, so book early at
castlemaine@enviroshop.com.au or call 5472 4160
www.environmentshop.com.au
Local Lives Global Matters, 16-18 October 2015: Program Out Now!
The official program is now officially launched! Congratulations to all from Local Lives Global Matters for putting together an extraordinary list of events, panels and discussions.
MASG will be hosting a panel on Friday 16th October 4.50-5.50pm at the Uniting Church Hall, discussing a 2025 Zero Net Emissions Target for the Shire.
See the full program here:
http://locallivesglobalmatters.org/LocalLivesProgram.pdf
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