Local Actions Have Global Consequences
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The Benalla Sustainable Future Group was established in 2010 by Benalla & District residents concerned about environmental sustainability and the lack of action on climate change both locally & nationally. By coming together we can work towards a more sustainable future & a cleaner planet.
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BSFG News UpdateGeneral Meeting dates have now been set for 2019: Five General Meetings dates have been set for the 4th Thursday of March, May, July, September and November. The first general meeting for the year will be on Thursday March 28. The Committee will continue to meet six times a year on the second Tuesday of February, April, June, August, October and December.
An additional session of the Food Co-op! The Food Co-op will open on the 2nd as well as the 4th Saturday mornings from 9.30-11.30 am from 12th January. The 1st Monday afternoon & 3rd Thursday morning sessions continue as normal. NewsletterThank you to members who responded to the recent Newsletter Survey. There is clearly interest from members in continuing with the Newsletter. Members are invited to contribute articles of about 200 words about an environmentally themed topic. Perhaps something you are personally interested in including actions you are taking to live more sustainably. Your thoughts about major environmental issues which are important to you. Are we dealing with these issues adequately? Politics gives plenty of scope to comment on environmental issues. The deadline for the next Newsletter is Sunday February 17th. Submit articles to peter_maddock@iprimus.com.au .
BSFG's October (quarterly) newsletter (#22) - articles include 'Per Capita and Total CO2 Emissions'', 'Earth Overshoot Day' and "Environmental Protection vs Economic Growth' by Peter Maddock; 'Getting the Message Out About Climate Change' by Ian Herbert; 'The UN's 1.5degreesC Special Climate Report' by John Lloyd; 'Electric Vehicle Revolution' by Peter Holmes and 'Change of Habits to Reduce Waste' by Mike Hillenaar. Action GroupsBenalla Sustainable Future Group has a number of action groups looking at different aspects of Environmental Sustainability which may interest you. Perhaps you are interested in finding out about BSFG's Renewable Energy Benalla action group, or in initiating a group yourself?
MembershipBenalla Sustainable Future Group encourages anyone interested in climate change issues and a more sustainable lifestyle to subscribe to our mailing list, become a member of our group & participate in our activities.
Day in the Gardens; Guest Speakers; Film Festival; Sustainable Business Award; Energy Efficiency Workshops; Upcycled Bags; AGM's; Mentoring; Building Forums; Food Coop; Climate March ... |
Climate Scientist: World’s Richest Must Radically Change Lifestyles to Prevent Global CatastropheMore summer viewing - catch up on videos previously on the home page!
Articles from the Climate Council:8 New Year's resolutions on Climate Change
2018: The 8 Biggest Moments in Climate Change Summer Barbecue Guide - Talking Energy Inside:'takayna/Tarkine' an inspirational documentary
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