Student Paper Competition for the journal Environmental Values

February 9, 2010 – 10:41 am

Environmental Values is an international refereed journal (ISI citations index rating 1.25) that brings together contributions from philosophy, economics, politics, sociology, geography, anthropology, ecology and other disciplines, which relate to the present and future environment of human beings and other species. In doing so we aim to clarify the relationship between practical policy issues and more fundamental underlying principles or assumptions.

To celebrate the first issue of the 20th year of Environmental Values we are running a graduate student competition.

Graduate Student Prize
Publication in Environmental Values
£200 from White Horse Press

For the competition we welcome papers suitable for our journal’s profile, submitted by graduate students.* The best paper, as judged by the whole editorial team and the publishers, will be awarded £200 and will be published in the first issue of 2011, issue 20:1.

Papers should follow the standard instructions for authors in terms of content, format and submission. For details see: http://www.whpress.co.uk/EV/EVinst.html

All submissions to be entered into the competition should be clearly marked as ‘competition entry’ in the author details, and a covering email sent to the Managing Editor, Dr Isis Brook, University of Central Lancashire:  EValues at uclan.ac.uk
Closing date: 1st August 2010

*For purposes of the competition ‘graduate student’ means students enrolled on a course for a postgraduate degree AND that that is their main academic institutional affiliation.

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Sustainability Leadership Fellow Program 2010 (Melbourne and Sydney)

February 7, 2010 – 9:12 pm

“The Centre for Sustainability Leadership Fellowship Program is the Centre for Sustainability Leadership’s flagship training program. We select a group of passionate people from all around the globe who demonstrate potential to lead efforts for the creation of a more sustainable world. Twenty-five participants are selected for the Sydney and Melbourne programs from hundreds of applicants each year. In this intensive course, we develop the skills required to realise this potential. We provide cutting edge curriculum, open doors to unparalleled networks, and give participants access to leadership experience rarely available in the early to mid stages of a career.”

Deadline for domestic applicants 28 Feb 2009. Too late for international applications (sorry saw it too late. Simon)

Details  http://csl.org.au/index.php?page_id=17

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T10 Launch Invitation

February 7, 2010 – 2:03 pm

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Launch of the Transition Decade

* the power of collaboration for a safe climate future
* mass rally – public meeting

The national launch of the Transition Decade at the Melbourne Town Hall, Swanston Walk, Melbourne, on Sunday 14th February from 12 to 3 pm.

The Transition Decade is a decade-long, community-wide engagement campaign which aims to build the momentum required to achieve the structural changes to the economy and lifestyles that are needed to restore a safe climate.

The campaign aims to help build greater collaboration and effectiveness among groups and individuals who are deeply concerned about the growing climate crisis. We are convinced that many more people, businesses, and community groups will get actively involved in working on the climate issue if they see strong public evidence of collaboration between organisations already involved, and they can see real commitment to fully solving the climate problem.

The launch of the Transition Decade will start as we intend to continue:
by showcasing breakthrough work for a safe climate, and demonstrating to the community and decision makers the increased level of collaboration that the Transition Decade is fostering.

The launch event will highlight the range of transitions we need to create in our community to restore a safe climate – including ground breaking approaches developed by local government and climate groups, especially in Victoria.

The Transition Decade campaign is being launched by four of Australia’s leading-edge environment groups: Beyond Zero Emissions, the Climate Emergency Network, Friends of the Earth and Sustainable Living Foundation. We welcome new members to the core organising group.

We are planning to launch the concept of the Transition Decade to the Victorian community through a mass mobilisation on sunday February 14.

It will feature inspiring presentations, music, culture and arts. The opening address will be by the Governor of Victoria, Prof. David de Krestser, AC.

Key note speakers include:

  • Professor Will Steffen, Executive Director, ANU Climate Change Institute,
  • Senator Christine Milne, Australian Greens
  • Uncle Bob Randall, Yankunytjatjara Elder and Traditional owner of Uluru
  • Rob Adams, City of Melbourne

Additionally, there will be representatives from a range of organisations, including Safe Climate Australia, Friends of the Earth, Beyond Zero Emissions, the Climate Emergency Network, Sustainable Living Foundation, and Environment Victoria.
Please reserve your seat, as places will be limited. Program here  http://www.t10.net.au/

This event will be free. We would welcome donations on the day to help cover our costs.

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Sustainability job, London

February 5, 2010 – 10:39 pm

LEAD seeks Network and Communications Manager, UK
LEAD is an international not for profit organisation whose mission is to inspire leadership and change for a sustainable world.

The LEAD network is a learning and support community of over 2000 sustainability leaders working in different sectors in 90 countries. Through this community we aim to inspire and enable individual members to become ever more effective leaders for sustainable development. LEAD provides a platform for network activity and creates opportunities for Fellows to engage with each other and enhance their collective and individual impact.

We are looking for an entrepreneurial, high energy Network and Communications Manager who will plan, implement, lead and manage the global platform for the LEAD Fellows’ Network. They will also work with LEAD Member Programmes to build alumni participation and collaborative action through strong communication, new engagement initiatives and a vibrant online community. This includes building partnerships with other organisations and institutions that would be interested in engaging with Fellows. In addition, they will maintain and enhance the information management system for Fellows.

full details. http://www.lead.org/page/169

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Todd Litman on transport, 25 March 2010

February 5, 2010 – 9:47 pm

Transport and social inclusion, lecture by Todd Litman, Wednesday 25th March

Lecture on the role of transport in encouraging social inclusion.
Wednesday 25th March 2009 9.00am – 10.30am
Level 5 Corporate Centre, Theatrette, 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne
Please RSVP by Monday 23 March and register your attendance by telephoning 9655 6070 or emailing events “at” transport.vic.gov.au

Todd Litman is a well-known Canadian transport economist. The Department of Transport has arranged for him to visit Melbourne.

Professor Litman is Executive Director of the Victoria Transport Policy Institute, British Columbia, Canada.

His areas of expertise include:

  • Travel Demand Management – planning and evaluation;
  • Sustainable transport – energy conservation and emission reduction strategies;
  • Transit and multi-modal planning,
  • Transit-oriented development.

More information is provided in his CV at  http://www.vtpi.org/documents/resume.pdf .

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Sustainable Living Festival, Melbourne 2010

February 5, 2010 – 9:27 pm

The OEP have a stand at the main  event of the Sustainable Living Festival, along the north bank of the Yarra at Federation Square, downtown Melbourne. You will see the stands if you look east over the Yarra from the main bridge. We will be there Fr19-Sun21 February 2010. The SLF runs for longer than this (there are Local Events 6-21 February 2010), and this is Melbourne’s largest annual environmental event. There are stands, workshops and other things happening.  Good for our current students, or if you are considering a course, come along and see us too and meet some staff and students!

The program and list of exhibitors (huge) is here

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Envirojobs event 8 Feb

February 5, 2010 – 9:00 pm

ENVIRONMENTAL CAREERS WORKSHOP

Ever wondered how to get a foot in the door of the environmental industry? What roles are out there and what you could do? Where to go to find opportunities?

Info: http://www.environmentaljobs.com.au/contact
Enquiries: Louise ejnpartner “at” careersteps.com.au or 0408 513 181

EAST MELBOURNE Library122 George Street All welcome
Need to book $55 incl the EnviroPLUCK DVD packed with career advice & info.

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The Future of Carbon Trading in Australia

February 5, 2010 – 1:39 pm

In the wake of the government vote on the CPRS and the UNFCCC Conference of Parties at Copenhagen this seminar will explore the outlook for a carbon trading scheme in Australia and what it will mean for business, individuals, and Australia’s contribution to Greenhouse Gas emissions.

Speakers:

  • Prof. Ross Garnaut (The University of Melbourne)
  • Prof. Robyn Eckersley (School of Social and Political Sciences, The University of Melbourne)
  • Kane Thornton (Senior Policy Advisor for Hydro Tasmania)

Chair:

  • Don Henry, ACF

Panel expert:

  • Dr Jeremy Moss (The University of Melbourne, Social Justice Initiative)

When: Wednesday 17 February, 6pm-8pm
Where: Sidney Myer Asia Centre, The University of Melbourne

Full Program

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After Copenhagen

February 5, 2010 – 12:32 pm

After Copenhagen:The Future of Climate Change Politics and Policy after the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 15)
A Cross-Disciplinary University of Melbourne Forum

Time and Date: 5.30-7pm Tuesday February 23    Venue: Centre for Public Policy Lecture Theatre:
Level 2, 234 Queensberry Street, Carlton.
As debate continues to rage about the outcomes and implications of the Copenhagen UN Climate Change Conference (COP 15) this University of Melbourne forum will provide an opportunity to explore and discuss these crucial issues. The event will be informed by perspectives of delegates to the Copenhagen conference, from a range of University of Melbourne Faculties and the Australian Youth Climate Coalition.

Key questions to be addressed include:
• What were the most important outcomes and lessons from COP 15?
• What are the implications of COP 15 and its outcomes for future political, policy and research priorities and actions – in Australia and globally?
Chair: Prof. John Wiseman: Director, McCaughey Centre, Melbourne School of Population Health, University of Melbourne
Speakers:
• Prof. Robyn Eckersley: Head of Political Science, School of Social and Political Sciences, Faculty of Arts, University of Melbourne
• Ms Wendy Miller: Copenhagen UN Climate Change Negotiations Project Director and Media Coordinator, Australian Youth Climate Coalition
• Dr. Peter Christoff: Co-ordinator of Environmental Programs, Melbourne School of Land and Environment, University of Melbourne; Australian Conservation Foundation Board member
• Prof. Chris Ryan: Director, Victorian Eco Innovation Lab, University of Melbourne

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What responsibilities do Australians owe the global poor?

February 5, 2010 – 12:26 pm

A One Just World free public debate

What responsibilities do Australians owe the global poor?

Panelists:

  • Peter Singer (World-renowned ethicist and author of The Life You Can Save)
  • Tim Costello (CEO World Vision Australia)
  • Claire Slatter (Development Specialist and Senior Lecturer in Social Science, Fiji National University)
  • Bob McMullen (Parliamentary Secretary for International Development Assistance)
  • John Roskam (Executive Director, Institute for Public Affairs)

Moderator:

  • Robyn Archer (Arts Icon and RMIT University ‘Global Sustainability Leader’)

Tuesday 16 February    Time: 6.00-7.30pm (entry from 5.30)

Venue: Carrillo Gantner Theatre (Cnr Swanston St & Monash Rd), University of Melbourne

This public debate will explore issues such as:

* What sorts of obligations do individual Australians have to the poor in countries other than their own?
* What sorts of obligations does the Australian government – as an example of Western governments generally – have to poor countries?
* What obligations does it have to the poor within these countries?
* Are Australians benefitting from the global capitalist system in way that increases the burden on the poor in other countries? If so, what is an appropriate response?
* What are the implications for non-government practitioners such as IWDA and World Vision Australia? Especially, are they thinking through fully what empowerment of the poor might imply?
* How do poor countries perceive the issue of responsibilities and obligations? Do they see it as just Western paternalism mixed with liberal guilt and some hypocrisy?
* What do the panellists think a ‘just world’ looks like?

FREE ENTRY      RSVP and find out more at www.onejustworld.com.au

One Just World is a national series of after-work speakers’ forums aimed at involving the community in conversation and debate on key issues facing Australia and the world.

Supported by The University of Melbourne, World Vision Australia, International Women’s Development Agency, AusAID

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