The Shed

17-19 February 2012 | Fed Square, River Promenade

Cutting Edge Ideas & Action

Changing Economic Priorities
Friday, 17 February 2012 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm

If ongoing economic growth is unsustainable, but 'de-growth' is unstable, how do we make the transition to a sustainable society? What to do about jobs?

Case Studies Across The Globe
Friday, 17 February 2012 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm

We will be presenting the technology of the Cygnus solar generator, a silent and emission-free replacement for portable diesel generators.

Mark O' Connor Asks: Should Environmentalists Resist Big Australia - And The Densification Of Melbourne?
Friday, 17 February 2012 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm

In the long run, unless we can stop the endless growth of population and consumption, all environmental battles will be lost.

Competitive And Sustainable Returns
Saturday, 18 February 2012 - 11:00am to 12:00pm

Do you support tobacco companies, timber-logging companies, gambling and the makers of weapons? Before you answer "no", you might want to check your superannuation fund.

Learn How To Build A Raingarden With Melbourne Water
Saturday, 18 February 2012 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Learn how to build a raingarden, and discover how raingardens can save you water. Find out how raingardens help to keep our rivers and creeks healthy!

Sustainable Building And Renovating
Saturday, 18 February 2012 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Moreland Energy Foundation's Home Renovators Workshop: will focus on the sustainability decisions faced when looking at undertaking a renovation, extension or new build, including appropriate insul

Community-Owned Renewable Energy In Australia
Saturday, 18 February 2012 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Join Yarra Energy Foundation in this timely, topical discussion. Does Melbourne want a community-owned energy project?

Nicole Foss Speaks On Strategies Now And For The Future
Saturday, 18 February 2012 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm

Nicole Foss explains the links between the converging pressures affecting the globe - peak oil, climate change, financial crisis - and the implications for our everyday lives.

Solutions For Bush-Fire Prevention
Saturday, 18 February 2012 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm

Chris Taylor, Research Fellow with the University of Melbourne's Melbourne Sustainable Society Institute and founder of Australia's Forest Stewardship Counci (FSC), will be speaking about forest ma

Urban Permaculture: Edible Ecosystems For Your Backyard
Saturday, 18 February 2012 - 5:00pm to 6:00pm

How can you get the most out of your garden with the least effort? The best way is by mimicking natural ecosystems, using edible and other useful species.

If It's Broke, Fix It!
Sunday, 19 February 2012 - 11:00am to 3:00pm

Throwing away is going away!

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