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2011-06-14 11:24:59
Anne Marte Bergseng said:
Should science just be the classics or is there a place for topics like climate change? http://www.guardian.…»
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2011-04-05 14:50:47
John Pinkard said:
The Department for Transport and Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs recently (30 March 2011) published guidance on how organisations can calculate greenhouse gas emissions from work-related travel (business and commuter travel). A pilot travel carbon accounting tool has also been launched alongside the guidance. The guidance and tool, written in conjunction with travel and carbon accounting specialists JMP Consultants Ltd, provides a clear set of instructions on how to source work-related travel data, and calculate and report emissions to recognised reporting standards.…»
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2011-04-05 14:49:23
John Pinkard said:
The Department for Transport and Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs recently (30 March 2011) published guidance on how organisations can calculate greenhouse gas emissions from work-related travel (business and commuter travel). A pilot travel carbon accounting tool has also been launched alongside the guidance. The guidance and tool, written in conjunction with travel and carbon accounting specialists JMP Consultants Ltd, provides a clear set of instructions on how to source work-related travel data, and calculate and report emissions to recognised reporting standards.…»
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2011-03-21 15:12:29
Kate Armstrong said:
Link Community Development supports Scottish schools to deliver CfE sustainable education outcomes by establishing educational partnerships with schools in sub-Saharan Africa. By participating in the Link Schools Programme pupils learn about important global issues from a local and global perspective, develop the values and attitudes of global citizens and are inspired to take action to make the world a better place. Link's staff on the ground in Africa and in Scotland support the development of meaningful partnerships and provide training and curricular resources on themes such as the Environment.…»
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2011-02-28 10:45:15
Edward Harkins said:
Members and friends may be interested in the Public Services Magazine Blog where I offer a differing perspective from Chair Ewan Williams on who is responsible for creating the sustainable society. At: http://www.publicservice.…»
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2011-02-03 01:12:43
Richard Carr said:
I understand your concerns. I do not feel enough is done to actually bring about change. I am not particularly Green politically but I do feel it is horses for courses and where one can, I travel in a sustainable way.…»
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2011-01-28 12:05:29
Ruth Bush said:
Come and Celebrate with Scotland's Young Green Champions! Book your free place at the Young Scottish Green List Award Ceremony. http://youngscottishgreenlist2011.…»
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2011-01-10 16:52:51
Ruth Bush said:
Do you have an inspiring friend who is passionate about all things green? Do you know someone who works to make their green ideas a reality? We are making the first ever Young Scottish Green List.…»
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2010-11-24 23:04:09
Josh MacPhee said:
Kyle, sorry for late reply but i would love to read your final piece since how developers deliver sustainable communities is a great interest of mine. I also was busy with a dissertation this summer regarding urban agriculture implementation and development in developed and developing urban centres. If you are interested i could email you a copy.…»
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2010-11-24 22:57:05
Josh MacPhee said:
I know it is a bit late a reply but there is a fantastic documentary on this topic of Detroit's fall and possible rise via urban agriculture to be found on i player bbc2: http://www.bbc.co.…»
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2010-11-08 15:56:31
Ruth Bush said:
At the SSDF conference this year case studies focused on sustainable micro-economies in Scotland. Do you think these examples could be the start of new economic drivers for a sustainable future in Scotland? How do you think these kind of examples should be taken on board by communities, organisations and businesses?…»
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2010-11-06 11:56:43
Gordon Duffy said:
An alternative would be an Exhaust Air Heat Pump. I'm a big fan of these as they are situated internally -no Planning issues-and use warm air from the top of the room (bathroom/kitchen/living area etc) and are more efficient than air source in our clime.…»
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2010-11-03 09:21:47
Shelagh Young said:
Didn't someone genetically engineer a pig with a luminous nose? If so then perhaps the Kennel Club should take heed - dog walking in the dark with luminous dogs would help me avoid them on the cycle path through the unlit strecth of my journey home!…»
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2010-11-03 09:17:43
Shelagh Young said:
Hello Iain, I missed your reply and only spotted it today. There's a transition North Queensferry but not in Dunfermline as far as I know. About to find out more about TNS having read your other post.…»
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2010-10-26 14:26:38
maria bell said:
http://www.rsc.org/Publishing/ChemTech/Volume/2010/11/leaves_glow.…»
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2010-10-21 16:53:38
Grant Anderson said:
The Scottish Government has a sustainability policy and has objectives and targets to reduce C02 emissions during this current parliamentary term. An air source heating pump unit, a new innovative technology to this country (but has been successfully used in Scandinavian countries for some years) which derives its heat from the air, is eco friendly and is proven to drastically reduce CO2 emissions, would appear to be something this present government would try and support. Under current regulations a full planning submission is required for the outside unit – this entails the preparation of application forms plus accompanying documentation which includes pictures, a full set of drawings, specifications, and also requires the planning authorities to spend time notifying adjoining affected neighbours many of whom have no idea what the application is for.…»
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2010-10-12 12:26:22
Ruth Bush said:
Scottish Green List 2009 winner Andy Wightman recently wrote a report "A Land Value Tax for Scotland: Fair, Efficient, Sustainable" commissioned by the Scottish Green Party. With serious budget cuts on the public sector, I would certainly like to see this option considered by the Scottish Government as an alternative to Council Tax. A way to raise money and invest in sustainable communities in a fair way.…»
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2010-10-11 15:56:47
Marion Cummins said:
Dear Evan, Wanted to progress into my studies before I went back onto the forum. It is becoming apparent that I am interestd in both policies and the tools to implement these. Thanks for the post.…»
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2010-10-11 15:56:12
Marion Cummins said:
Dear Evan, Wanted to progress into my studies before I went back onto the forum. It is becoming apparent that I am interestd in both policies and the tools to implement these. Thanks for the post.…»
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2010-09-29 09:58:31
Iain Findlay said:
I'm looking for opportunities to practice using this approach for communities and/or business. It is very adaptable, scale-neutral and used globally by some very progressive people and organisations. For the right situation, I would consider working for expenses only.…»

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