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Science behind the headlines

The Royal Institution of Australia has programmed a series of events entitled Science Behind the Headlines. This is a series of that aims to investigate not only topical scientific issues but also the way they are presented by the media. …read more

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The Earth Debates

The final Earth Debate will take place on 11 April and will focus on the increasingly critical issue of food security. …read more

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Life on the International Antarctic Expedition

2011 Big Green Idea winner Stephen Mushin has just returned from the International Antarctic Expedition (IAE) 2012. Stephen was selected for the expedition based on the strength of his aquaponics projects and leadership skills.  Read Adam Pillsbury’s interview of Stephen below.

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Producing Food Locally

Big Green Idea winner Stephen Mushin, who is currently on the International Antarctic Expedition (IAE), discusses aquaponic farming and its benefits.

Whilst on the IAE Stephen will be looking at ways he can apply his ideas in different climates (see earlier post).

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Stephen Mushin takes Big Green Idea to Antartica


2011 Big Green Idea winner Stephen Mushin has set sail with a team of scientists, environmentalists and entrepreneurs on the International Antarctic Expedition (IAE) 2012 led by polar explorer and environmental leader Robert Swan.

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E-IDEA Virtual Fair

The E-IDEA virtual fair is an interactive website that showcases innovative design, ideas and products that will contribute towards a sustainable future.

Click here  to see a diverse range of sustainable ideas and design from across the Asian region.

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Dump the big six campaign

Here is an endearing ad campaign, by a UK company Ecotricity, about moving on from using fossil fuels for energy.

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Sustainable Living Festival

The Sustainable Living Festival  is a celebration of sustainability that is happening everyday right in the heart of the city.

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