Events
NCS is a Network Partner for the GRI Readers Choice Awards
The number of organisations reporting on their economic, environmental and social performance has
reached a record high – thousands of sustainability reports are now issued each year. The number of
people using these reports to gain data on organisations is growing too, but what do you, the readers,
think of the reports that are out there? The Readers' Choice Awards and Survey provides you - report
readers - with the opportunity to have your say.
By taking part you will influence the future of sustainability reporting and improve the way organizations communicate information on their economic, environmental and social performance.
A report on the survey results will be launched at the Amsterdam Global Conference on Sustainability
and Transparency held 26-28th May 2010. The Readers' Choice Awards will be presented at a gala ceremony
during the conference.
Localised Solutions: Building Capacity and Resilience with Distributed Product Systems
The Victorian Eco-Innovation Lab and the McCaughey Centre at the University of Melbourne are pleased to
present the details of a one-day conference:
Localised Solutions: Building capacity and resilience with distributed production systems.
This event will be held on Monday 30th of of November, 2009 at the Flagstaff Bowls Club, West Melbourne.
The conference will explore the value, diversity and implications of 'distributed systems' for creating
more sustainable and resilient critical services. This is the first of many events to build interest and
linkages between those pursuing new solutions for energy, water, food, transport and local economic
development. Please see the attached program and registration form for details. Alternatively go to
http://ecoinnovationlab.com/news
Sustainability forum - Textile Waste: Recovery and Regeneration
In recognition of the increased pressure on manufacturers to reduce their global footprints, the
National Centre for Sustainability's Sustainable Enterprise Network in association with the
Technical Textile and Non-woven Association held a free sustainability forum on 15th October at
Hawthorn campus.
Professor Mohammad Taherzadeh travelled to Victoria from the University of Borås in Sweden to deliver
the keynote address. In 2007, under the tutelage of Prof. Taherzadeh, PhD students began to look at
the possibilities of producing ethanol and biogas from textile waste. The research found a method to
produce half a kilo of ethanol from a kilo of denim. Prof. Taherzadeh's presentation outlined the future
for garments at the end of the lifecycle that would otherwise be sent to landfill.
Transition Town Introductory Workshop
Date: 7th November 2009 2:00 - 5:00 P.M
Location: Augustine Centre, 2 Minona Street, Hawthorn
Further Details: http://www.transitiontownboroondara.org
Contact: (03) 9819 3239 or borders@borderlands.org.au
Borderlands Co-operative, the Augustine Centre and oases host an introductory workshop for people interested in making the Boroondara community more sustainable and resilient, in order to deal with the depletion of oil resources and the ever-growing signs of the effect of climate change. Learn what needs to be done and develop skills and attitudes to make your life more sustainable in a changing world.
Swin Open Day
On Sunday 16 August Swinburne University held its annual Open Day.
Open day gives Swinburne University an opportunity to connect with
thousands of prospective students, parents and the community. The
day involves an action packed program of course information sessions,
interactive workshops, student presentations, campus tours, food,
fun and entertainment. The National Centre for Sustainability held
two information sessions at both Hawthorn and Lilydale campuses
as well as an information booth set up at Hawthorn Campus. The day
attracted over 11,000 visitors and was a great success.
For more information visit the
Alfred Deakin Eco-Innovation Lectures
The Alfred Deakin Eco-Innovation Lectures are an initiative of the State Government of Victoria. In 2009, The Deakins adopt a new format. Events occur from July to December, featuring international speakers in a program of free lectures. The theme - 'Climate and Innovation' - links the inescapable challenge of climate change to the spirit of creativity and innovation.
Swinburne Postgraduate Information Day
- Date:
- Tuesday 7 October 2008, 4.00pm - 7.30pm
- Location:
- Hawthorn Campus, Atrium
- Further Details:
- Swinburne Post Grad
Knox City Council Stringybark Festival 2008
- Date:
- 3rd weekend October 2008
- Location:
- Fulham Road, Rowville
- Further Details:
- Stringybark Festival 2008
