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The NSW Government should fast-track an energy efficiency trading scheme and should make it clear that neither power generators or energy retailers will be indemnified for their carbon liabilities, says today's report of the advisory committee reviewing the state's power station privatisation plans.
A confidential NSW government paper obtained by CE Daily sets out the state's thinking on folding key aspects of its state trading scheme into a national trading regime.
Meanwhile, a separate NSW policy process is grappling with treatment of energy efficiency activities accredited to create certificates under the state scheme – and possibilities include a push for a national energy efficiency trading regime.
NSW pollution prosecutions steady * Uranium exploration company investigated * Australia and New Zealand tackle inefficient chillers * Wong to attend U.S. climate summit * NZ government says 2025 free allocation deadline not fixed in stone *
WBCSD launches 'eco-patent commons' scheme * Asia-Pacific Partnership releases 'clean steel' handbook * Victoria and Queensland issue new eco-efficiency tips
Federal government proposes new guidance on estimating GHG emissions * NSW to overhaul approach to wastes of concern * EPA Victoria sets November 2009 deadline for Shell's refinery clean up plan *
National Pollutant Inventory online reporting tool set to go live * EREP obligation kicks in for Victorian business * Growth in coal seam methane prompts Queensland EPA to look at by-product water
In a decision that includes an extensive history of how Australian legislators and courts have applied principles of ecologically sustainable development (ESD), a judge has quashed NSW Planning Minister Frank Sartor's approval of a coastal developer's concept plan because the minister failed to consider climate change-related flood risks. Meanwhile, a man who unsuccessfully challenged approval of another developer's concept plan has lost a bid to stave off a cost order.
Acting NSW Premier John Watkins says companies will be able to bulk-buy bus passes for employees that will include a levy to offset carbon emissions. And, on the day a government report reveals 25% cuts in VOCs and NOx might be needed to 'to consistently meet' national air quality goals, NSW Assistant Environment Minister Verity Firth says the government will 'be tough' in negotiations on tighter VOC limits for Sydney's summer-blend petrol, in an effort to prevent high-smog days.(plus audio)
UNFCCC chief: we're more than on target but there are worrying trends * NSW releases biobanking RIS * Businesses, NGOs, union and farmers jointly urge climate action * Global voluntary carbon standard launched * EPA Victoria and sustainability index provider sign covenant * Australian Paper gets 'carbon neutral' accreditation for paper range * Video warns of 'the elephant in the room' * Climate Institute and WWF assess political parties
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