=================================================================== George Monbiot: What Australia Should do to Stop the Planet Burning =================================================================== Date: Tuesday 3rd July 2007 Time: 6.30 PM - 8.30 PM Venue: Economics and Commerce Wood Theatre Melbourne University Parkville campus * Near Baillieu Library. * Enter via Genetics Lane (Gate 12) off Royal Parade George Monbiot - Live via climate friendly videoconference George Monbiot (www.monbiot.com) is an internationally renowned journalist, acclaimed author, academic and environmental and political activist in the United Kingdom who writes a weekly column for The Guardian newspaper. In his most recent book 'Heat', George presents compelling arguments about what we need to do to prevent runaway, catastrophic climate change. George will deliver his presentation via an interactive video conference link-up where attendees at the Melbourne University venue will be able to ask George questions after his presentation. He will focus his talk on what we need to do internationally and in Australia to work towards a liveable future for our children. Seating is limited so arrive early to avoid disappointment. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. Entry by gold coin donation Organised by: - Friends of the Earth, Melbourne - Melbourne University - School Social and Environmental Enquiry - Melbourne University Student Union Environment Department Supported by: - City of Yarra For more information contact email: phone: 03 9419 8700 www: www.foe.org.au * * * * * * * * * * * * Keep an eye on our website for more events. www.foe.org.au * * * * * * * * * * * * Biofuels & Palm Oil: Wonder Crop and Climate Saviour or Local Environmental Disaster? Date: Wednesday 18th July Speakers: - Lee Tan, Australian Conservation Foundation - Daniel Epstein, Melbourne Biodiesel Club - Jess McKelson, Melbourne Zoo Keeper - Josie Lee, Friends of the Earth - Martin Pritchard, Palm Oil Action Group * * * * * * * * * * * * Climate Change: How to fairly allocate carbon emission allowances using Greenhouse Development Rights Date: Wednesday 8th August Speakers: Tom Athanasiou, EcoEquity (www.ecoequity.org) * * * * * * * * * * * * Carbon Offsets - Preventing climate change or buying a clean carbon conscious? Date: Wednesday 5th September Speakers: - Anna Demant Lonely Planet Foundation - Brendan Condon, Climate Positive - Elizabeth Wheeler, Friends of the Earth * * * * * * * * * * * *