[ANUgreen.announce] ANU SLC Newsletter February 2014

Tue Feb 18 10:00:29 EST 2014

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Sustainability Learning Community Newsletter    February, 2014

In this issue

·       From the coordinator

·       Upcoming events

·       Study and experiences

·       Additional Links

>From the coordinator

Hi everyone,

Thanks to all the new members who signed up to SLC at market day last week, and welcome back to existing members!

My name's Odette, I'm the SLC Coordinator for 2014. I can't wait to work with many of you throughout the year.  I'm looking forward to working on a number of projects to raise awareness about environmental problems, as well as to bring together students and staff who share a love of nature and a desire to protect the planet.

If you have any ideas for SLC, would like to get involved, want your event included in the newsletter or have any questions, feel free to send me an email at slc at anu.edu.au<mailto:slc at anu.edu.au>.

Upcoming events

1)    Celebrate Sustainability Day

When: Thursday 20st Feb, 10am – 2pm

Where: ANU Union Court

What: Celebrate Sustainability Day is a chance to recognise all of the terrific sustainability initiatives happening on campus and in the local community. Learn more about sustainability whilst enjoying live music from local bands, a free BBQ from 12pm and lots of giveaways.

2)    Environment Collective Film and Food Night

When: Friday 21st Feb, 6pm

Where: The Food Co-op

What: Two inspiring documentaries, Mining The Truth and Do The Math, a delicious meal and an opportunity to meet new friends. For more information, click here<https://www.facebook.com/events/261719280653980/?ref=3&ref_newsfeed_story_type=regular>.

3)    ANU Student Garage Sale

When: Saturday 22nd Feb, 9am-4pm

Where: ANU Sports Hall, North Road, Building 19A

What: A huge garage sale with clothes, books linen and much more. This is an annual ANUgreen/SLC event to reduce wastage and to provide students with a form of affordable, sustainable shopping.

More information: <https://www.facebook.com/events/644700305609834/?fref=ts> https://www.facebook.com/events/644700305609834/?fref=ts

Want to volunteer?

Move Out Recycling wouldn't be possible without the help of volunteers to setup, sort clothes and make sure everything runs smoothly. If you have a few hours free this Wednesday, Thursday, Friday or on the sale day Saturday, we'd be really grateful for your help with this event. If you're interested, please fill out the form here<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1-V_eJFE0jPJhh8GqAv9uShdjXCDxYcvcFBaZTsTbag4/viewform> with your contact details and availability. Volunteers will receive a café voucher and food on the day for their help.

4) Australian Forests & Climate Forum at ANU (Real Direct Action)

When: Saturday 22nd Feb, 9am-5pm

Where: ANU, Garran Rd, Finkel Theatre, John Curtin School of Medical Research

What: An expert forum on Natural Systems, Forestry & Climate Action (refers draft 2014 Global Assessment Report No.5), answering the question, will we act on the science? The event will focus on analysing the government's Direct Action policy, and includes esteemed speakers such as Professors David Lindenmayer, Janette Lindesay, Brendan Mackey & Andrew Macintosh. Registration is essential, order tickets here<https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/3rd-australian-forests-climate-forum-real-direct-action-tickets-10040707025>.

5)    AYCC Pot Luck Dinner

When: Saturday 22nd Feb 7pm

Where: The Food Co-op

What: An opportunity to get involved with the AYCC Canberra, to eat delicious food and be inspired by great speakers.

For more information, click here<https://www.facebook.com/events/588065247954802/?ref=2&ref_dashboard_filter=upcoming>.

6)    ANU SLC Organic Garden Working Bees

When: Saturdays 10am-12pm, Tuesdays 4pm-6pm

Where: The junction between Lawson Cresent and Lennox Crossing, next to the Canberra Environment Centre and the Recyclery.

What: Getting the garden rehabilitated after summer. Since many of the volunteers went away over summer, there's lots of work to be done! Come down for lots of plating, weeding, delicious baked goods and friendly new faces. Volunteers are welcome to take home some produce form the garden, as well a share of eggs from the chickens. No gardening experience required.

To plant in your garden at the moment: Lettuces, silverbeet and root veggies (carrots, beetroot, parsnip)

Study and Experiences

1)    IARU Global Summer Program?

When: ANU winter break – dates vary depending on specific course

Where: Any IARU participating university

What: The International Alliance of Research Universities Global Summer Program is an exciting learning experience at one of the world's leading research universities. GSP students will tackle major challenges of the 21st century and work with outstanding peers from around the globe. In particular, Yale University and the University of Tokyo offer programs that focus on sustainability.

More information: www.iaruni.com/gsp<http://www.iaruni.com/gsp>

Apply: by 28th Feb. Further details for outgoing ANU students can be found at:

http://drss.anu.edu.au/isa/global_summer_program/outgoing.php

2)    ACT Region Environment Awards

Know someone who's made a positive contribution to the environment this year? You can nominate them for one of the Conservation Council's Environment Awards. Categories include: group, individual and young environmentalist. Simply fill out the form here<http://form.jotform.co/form/33430800649855>. For more information, click  here<https://conservationcouncil.org.au/events/act-region-environment-awards/>.

3)    Disco Soup - Call for Volunteers

What: This winter, the ANU SLC will be holding the first Canberra Disco Soup, in which we try to feed as many people as possible using food that would otherwise be thrown away. The event will accompany a broader campaign to raise awareness about food waste. Volunteers are needed to help with sourcing and prepare food, finding entertainment for the day, creating educational resources and much more. If this sounds like something you might be interested email me at slc at anu.edu.au<mailto:slc at anu.edu.au> for more information or to get involved.

For more information about where Disco Soups started, you can watch this great Ted Talk here<http://www.ted.com/talks/tristram_stuart_the_global_food_waste_scandal.html>.

 Additional Links

The World's Deepest Bin:

 http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=wJVGH7ttVco

How Behavioural Science Can Lower Your Energy Bill:

http://www.ted.com/talks/alex_laskey_how_behavioral_science_can_lower_your_energy_bill.html

Parliament House Valentines Day Surprise (the AYCC):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sae_3fhTmsE

A Forest in the Middle of a Concrete Jungle in Milan: http://www.upworthy.com/see-the-forest-thats-growing-within-a-concrete-block-in-milan?g=2&c=upw1

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