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Plant a seed or tree on Earth Day Wed April 22nd

robyn March 25, 2015

Please join in Earth Day celebrations by planting a seed, seedling or tree on Earth Day Wed April 22. robyn.wood@foe.org.au

An international Facebook event page has been set up.

“PLEDGE TO PLANT – EARTH DAY, APRIL 22, 2015”

Be a part of the biggest grass-root effort in history by planting a seed/tree as a “give back” to Earth.

It’s an old Native American tradition that when you take something from the Earth, you must put something back. Earth Day 2015 will be a global “give back to Earth” event, as an “offering” for all the planet gives us. Our goal is to plant one billion seeds/trees. Please plant something that is organic, perennial and suitable to the growing conditions in your area. If the temperature is not conducive to planting on April 22nd, please start growing a plant indoors or commit to planting your tree once the outdoor temperature is warm enough. If you live in an apartment, please plant something in a container or donate a tree to a garden in your area. Please nurture your plantings, like children, until they can sustain themselves on their own.

It is important to keep a certain portion of the planet covered with forests as it is essential for regulating the distribution of rain and snow over the surface, thus, controlling the climate. Every tree planted will assist in stabilizing the climate and provide habitat for various species.

PLEDGE TO PLANT: Link: http://forestnation.com/earth-day-tree-planting/

We need your assistance in contacting local organizations, business establishments, schools/universities in your area to get them involved. There is a group page on Facebook for the planning of the event. Feel free to join and offer whatever assistance you can. Everyone is welcome…All ideas are welcome. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1039631319395983/

We can no longer wait for something outside of us to create change.… Read more >>

Climate, FoE, Green Cities, Sustainability

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Environment groups send open letter to PM: Protect the RET

roman March 24, 2015

The federal government continues to try and destroy the renewable Energy Target. So far the ALP has refused to do a deal to reduce the current RET, and the Greens firmly oppose any deal. It’s vital that the community remind the PM that there is overwhelming support for renewable energy, and that most people want more, not less renewables. Recent polling on the RET shows that more than 88% of Australians would like to see the Renewable Energy Target either increase or remain at the current level of 41,000 GWh.

This morning we have joined with 22 other groups to urge the PM to keep the RET at the current target of 41,000 Gwh. Check here for the letter.

Please add your voice

1/ Please cut and paste the letter below to the Prime Minister (please feel free to personalise it and add extra information) and send it to the PM via his website.

2/ Post it on the PM’s facebook page

3/ Send him a message by Twitter. Eg:

PM @TonyAbbottMHR I support renewable energy for climate action, jobs, investment. No cut to the Renewable Energy target

Climate, FoE, Old_Notes

An Open letter to the PM

roman March 24, 2015

Dear Prime Minister 24 March 2015

We are a diverse group of leading organisations who represent a broad cross section of people in Australia.

We, and millions of Australians, believe that powering our nation with renewable energy is common sense.

We call on you to honour your government’s pre-election commitment to keep the 2020 Renewable Energy Target at the level currently legislated, including the Large Scale Renewable Energy Target of 41,000 Gwh.

To re-instate business, investor and household confidence, we would welcome clear commitments beyond 2020 to accelerate the transition to clean renewable energy.

Showing leadership on the Renewable Energy Target will be a win for jobs, for households, for our health, our economy, and our environment.

The 2020 Renewable Energy Target has strong public support. More than 88%* of Australians would like to see the Renewable Energy Target either increase or remain at the current level of 41,000 GWh. With 84% of people indicating it is important the Federal Government invest in renewable energy. Australians think it’s smart to invest in renewable energy instead of dirty coal. The Renewable Energy Target is also enabling more and more people to take control of generating their own power and managing their bills. Solar homes have grown from the hundreds to the millions in less than a decade.

The Renewable Energy Target creates sustainable jobs. The Renewable Energy Target has generated more than 24,000 jobs, and is forecast to generate tens of thousands more. People working in the 1000s of small Australian businesses installing solar panels, as well as larger businesses building and maintaining wind turbines, solar and biomass plants are at risk. Sadly, renewable energy companies have already had to lay off staff due to the government’s plans to cut the Renewable Energy Target. Maintaining and growing the Renewable Energy Target provides a solid foundation for new sustainable jobs in Australia.

FoE, Old_Notes

Nuke free bloc at the March in March

robyn March 16, 2015

Nuclear Operations Watch Port Adelaide are organising a nuke free bloc in March in March rally this Sunday 22nd March. If you’d like to join in, meet 11:30am at Victoria Square for a march to Parliament House for speeches.

“In the light of the Royal Commission into SA nuclear industry – take your nuke free message to the street as we join March in March. NO URANIUM. NO WASTE DUMPS!

Also – we are looking for 20 people to take part in a lively barrel brigade political art installation”.

Friends of the Earth is a member group of NOWPA.

FoE, Old_Notes

SA’s ENERGY FUTURE – SLAM, SPEAKERS & SUSHI FUNDRAISER

robyn March 11, 2015

Saturday 14th March 2pm Bonython Park.

SA nuke-free fighting fund(raising) event in response to the recent announcement of the Nuclear Fuel Cycle Royal Commission!

Commemorating the fourth anniversary of 3/11, come along to Bonython Park (down by the river) on Sat March 14, from 2pm, for an afternoon of speakers, sushi, beats and a POETRY SLAM!! (see details below)

Speakers include:

– Philip White, International Liason, Tokyo-based Citizen Nuclear Information Centre.

– Australian Nuclear Free Alliance Representatives

Beats by Dj Ahimsa!!!

No nukes is good nukes, keep it clean!!

RSVP on Facebook

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