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23 resources:

Centre for Sustainable Architecture with Wood
CSAW is an industry funded, multidisciplinary research and education architectural design research facility at the University of Tasmania School of Architecture. It aims to foster the use of timber as a building material
Cutaway
North Hobart studio that celebrates the spirit of collaboration and commits itself to intelligent and inspirational design through disciplines of brand development, campaign strategy and print and web design
ExpoTasmania presents Sustainable Building and Lifestyle Expo
Sustainable building and lifestyle expo showcasing products, ideas, technologies and services that reduce carbon footprints and support sustainable living (Hobart, April 2009)
Forest Practices Code 2000 (PDF file)
Issued by the Forest Practices Authority (formerly Forest Practices Board), the Forest Practices Code provides a practical set of guidelines and standards for the protection of environmental values during forest operations
Future Tasmania
A not-for-profit, non-party-political organisation that promotes education, research and transition toward sustainable futures. Established in 2005 by a group of Hobart citizens
Green Renovation in Tasmania, Australia
Renovation blog which follows the progress of the authors' green renovation of their '50s house in Westbury, Tasmania. Includes links to information and suppliers
Hydro Tasmania: our environment
Details of Hydro Tasmania's environmental management, with links to its environmental policies, environmental reports, water management reviews, and other reports and documents
Hydro Tasmania: sustainability
Information on Hydro Tasmania's commitment to sustainability by meeting current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their requirements. Includes its Sustainability Code, and information on sustainability self-assessment, and international guidelines
Living the Good Life
Blogsite of Linda Cockburn, author of the book Living the Good Life who shares experiences and tips on sustainable living
South Hobart Sustainable Community
Group of South Hobart residents promoting sustainable living and community spirit
State Policies
Tasmania's State Policies are Tasmanian Sustainable Development Policies made under the State Policies and Projects Act 1992, and are part of the Tasmanian Resource Management and Planning System, and the local government planning system. They include the policies protecting agricultural land, and coastal areas (draft)
Sustainability and production information
Includes links to information on pest control, solarisation, integrated pest management, use of equipment such as brushweeders and Drangen weeders, environmental management systems and precision agriculture
Sustainability in Government
The Sustainability in Government program aims to improve public sector contributions to sustainability through environmental management, resource efficiency and public reporting. Supported by the Department of the Environment, Water, Heritage and the Arts (DEWHA)
Sustainable Building & Lifestyle Expos 2009
Showcasing the latest sustainable products, services and technologies on April 25 and 26 in Launceston and Hobart
Sustainable Forest Management (SFM)
Sustainable Forest Management is a provider of a range of environmental management services (monitoring, assessment and planning), including forest management services
Sustainable Living Expo
An annual event showcasing sustainable living ideas and features displays, talks and interactive workshops
Sustainable Living Tasmania
Sustainable Living Tasmania, also known as the Tasmanian Environment Centre Inc, provides community environmental education, information and awareness programs
Tasman village, Nubeena
Land development aimed at afforable, sustainable, community living at Nubeena, Tasmania
Tasmanian Awards for Environmental Excellence
Details of the annual Awards, which recognise contributions to better environmental management in Tasmania, with links to entry form, sponsor information, and details of winners
Tasmanian Bio-Dynamic Co-Operative
State-wide group committed to ecological agriculture. Includes information on bio-dynamics ethos and history, and local initiatives
Tasmanian Conservation Trust
The Trust is working to conserve natural and cultural values, biodiversity, natural ecosystems and habitats
Tasmanian timber: sustainable management
Statement on sustainable forest management in Tasmania
TreadLightly Envirofest
Annual event held at the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, Hobart, featuring interactive and engaging activities and displays relating to sustainability issues and solutions. The event is part of a range of events designed around World Environment Day, 5 June each year

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