Welcome to the Canberra Environment and Sustainability Resource Centre
Sustainability has become the single most important driving force for human development. With a growing population in a dry region, the ACT needs to consider all aspects of our development to ensure that we constantly balance our needs as a dynamic society with those of our natural environment. Our aim is to work with all sectors of the ACT and regional community towards sustainable development that will see Canberra grow and prosper while keeping the bush in the Bush Capital.
"The future is not something we live for, it's something we create" Ian Lowe
Do you need to dispose of any electronic equipment ?
Read this first:
The ACT Government is currently advising people to dispose of old TVs, including those with CRT monitors, in landfill. Furthermore it is charging you for the privilege. Please do not take your old TVs or any other e-waste to any ACT Government waste facility (Mugga Lane or Mitchell)!
CRT monitors contain mercury, lead, cadmium, barium and phosphor which are toxic and which will contaminate soil and water.
CRT monitors are classifed as hazardous waste by the Australian government.
Most other Australian jurisdictions banned e-waste to landfill years ago but the ACT is actively encouraging it and is providing false and misleading information by assuring the public it is safe.
Safe e-waste disposal: E-waste can be safely disposed of at Renewable Processes (Parkwood - adjacent to the old Belconnen landfill site) where it will be stripped down, the metals recovered and the rest recycled. PGM Refiners also fully recover and recycle e-waste. They collect from the ACT - contact them for details. Both these companies will take e-waste free of charge. Both are using environmentally sound process and neither will send any component to landfill or overseas (illegal under the international Basel Convention). The Environment Centre is a collection point for electric and electronic cabling for recycling. Ignore the ACT government's misinformation and keep e-waste out of landfill.
New project starting in 2010 Food for Thought: the Canberra sustainability challenge
Challenge your friends, family, workmates to reduce their eco-footprint and make our community more sustainable!
This project will be starting in 2010 under the popular Food for Life project banner. Watch the website for more details.
Capital Region Food Guide
The Capital Region Food Guide is now available.
Providing listings to all local food producers in the Canberra region the guide is available to be purchased by calling the Canberra Environment Centre on 6248 0885 or click to purchase online now!
The Canberra Environment and Sustainability Resource Centre is proud to be associated with the planning and development of a Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Livelihoods in Kitale, Kenya.
E-waste Training Package for local government and businesses available here
The Centre presents: "When the oil runs out ..."installation, with thanks to the great guys at
Video of the month: A lesson in unchecked growth
Our Mission
To support the community of Canberra and the South East region in the advancement of the principles of ecological sustainability and environmental protection through knowledge, education, information and practical application.
Our Mission, along with all projects developed and implemented by the Centre are underpinned by the Earth Charter.
Capital Region Food Guide
Your guide to local food in the ACT and South East region is available from the Environment Centre for $6
[ 18-Mar-2009 ] More Info
Space for rent for community groups
As part of our outreach program the Centre can offer office space and admin facilities for community organisations or small, emerging environmentally-oriented businesses. Three places available. [ 11-Jan-2009 ] More Info
Sustainable Population Australia: PUBLIC MEETING
Kelvin Thomson, MP, Member for Wills, will be addressing the meeting on his 14-point plan to stabilise Australia's population at 26 million.
Date: 10-Feb-2010 More Info
Introduction to Natural Healing
A two-day workshop presented by reiki master, dowser and complementary health practitioner, Roger Pye. Starts: 13-Feb-2010 Ends: 14-Feb-2010 More Info
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