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February e-news now available

6 February 2012 - Read about fold-up cars and microhybrids, upcoming conferences and more in our latest e-news.    Read More

Congratulations to Give Green ... Win Green prize winners

6 January 2012 - Congratulations to Ruth Anderson, Dorothy Kiers, Kay McKenzie, Ray Norton and  Christine Ross who each won a 'Plant a Forest' VISA Universal Gift Card by supporting Greenfleet.    Read More

Annual Australian Climate Statement 2011

5 January 2012 - The Bureau of Meteorology released its Annual Australian Climate Statement yesterday, revealing 2011 as the first cooler than average year since 2001, but the equal warmest 10-year period on record.    Read More

Season's Greetings

Thank you for your amazing support in 2011 - together we are making a real difference.    Our offices will be closed from 2pm Friday 23 December and will reopen at 9am on Tuesday 3 January 2012.    Read More

Durban deal

12 December 2011 - Negotiators at COP17 in Durban have reached a deal to bring all major emitters around the globe into efforts to fight climate change.    Read More

December e-news now available

5 December 2011 - Read about Greenfleet gift ideas and our 'Give Green... Win Green' competition, green car awards, driving change in Queensland, and more.    Read More

Greenfleet's Summer newsletter available online

14 November 2011 - The latest edition of Greenfleet News is now  online. Read about the Carbon Farming Initiative and what it means for you; our forest near Lake Hume; green gift ideas and tips to give your holiday the green light.    Read More

Carbon price legislation passes Senate

8 November 2011 - The Australian Senate today voted to pass the legislation needed to introduce a carpbon price in Australia from mid-2012.   With 18 separate pieces of legislation passed, this is a monumental achievement.    Read More

November e-news now available

7 November 2011 - Read about how off-peak commuting can save you time and money,   the recently launched Parisian electric vehicle car share program, results from the World Solar Challenge, and more.    Read More

Greenfleet is having a grease and oil change

25 October 2011 - We're contacting all supporters to update, confirm or provide a new email address in preparation for a new administrative system for Greenfleet.   Please assist us by updating your details when we contact you.    Read More

One small step for Australia's parliament; one giant leap for Australia

12 October 2011 - The Lower House of the Australian Parliament today passed the bills to introduce a carbon price to Australia.   It still needs to pass the Senate, but is expected to do so, probably in November.    Read More

Car safety and the environment

11 October 2011 - Did you know there are many things you can do right now, with the car you have, to reduce your impact on the environment and improve safety? Find out in the 2011 Crash Index from Greenfleet supporter, AAMI.    Read More

October e-news now available

3 October 2011 - Read about the Government's discussion paper on light vehicle emissions standards, California's clean transport investment plan, car sharing benefits,  Greenfleet gift ideas, and more.    Read More

Robin Good - discounts for you, donations to Greenfleet

21 September 2011 -   A fantastic new initiative called Robin Good has been launched today and Greenfleet is pleased to be part of it.   There's even a competition to win $1,000 for you and $1,000 for Greenfleet!    Read More

The Climate Institute debunks climate myths

12 September 2011 - We've all heard the sceptics' scare campaigns and their incorrect and confusing comments forecasting doom and gloom if a carbon price is introduced.   Well now it's time for some simple truths.    Read More

September e-news now available

5 September 2011 - Read about the latest fuel saving developments from VW, smart and Volvo; transitioning to sustainable cities; graphene and other nanocomposites for batteries and more.    Read More

Welcome to a new era in land-based carbon management

24 August 2011 - Greenfleet today welcomes the passage of the Carbon Farming Legislation to accredit, register and trade carbon offsets from improved land management practices around Australia.    Read More

Senate passes Carbon Farming Initiative

23 August 2011 - Yesterday the Senate passed the Carbon Farming Initiative legislation, with amendments that now need to be returned to the House of Representatives for approval before becoming law.    Read More

International Clean Vehicle Conference

15 August 2011 - If you want to be part of the clean vehicle technology revolution, you should check out the 2nd International Clean Vehicle Conference in September.    Read More

August e-news now available

2    August 2011 - The latest edition of our e-news is available online. Read about US fuel efficiency targets, biofuels, mobility considerations when buying a home, rare earth elements as energy sources, and much more.    Read More

Greenfleet CEO awarded prestigious 2011 Churchill Fellowship

27 July 2011 - Sara Gipton is one of 107 Churchill Fellows, being awarded the Lamington National Park Churchill Fellowship to investigate strategies for expanding Australia's native forests in a changing climate.    Read More

Greenfleet's thoughts on the Clean Energy Future plan

18 July 2011 - We've taken time to review some of the details... here are Greenfleet's thoughts on the proposed carbon price and accompanying plan.    Read More

Greenfleet's Winter newsletter available online

15 July 2011 - The latest edition of Greenfleet News is now available online.   Read about the transition of a degraded paddock to a healthy forest  in South Australia, our Cardinia Creek Parklands project, sustainable students and more.    Read More

Carbon Price announcement - what does it all mean?

11 July 2011 - With the announcement yesterday of the Federal Government's proposed Clean Energy Future Plan, what does that mean for Greenfleet and our supporters?    Read More

Carbon Price Announcement

10 July 2011 - Prime Minister has announced details of proposed carbon price.   Check out ABC news & twitter for details.    Read More

July e-news now available

5 July 2011 - The latest edition of our e-news is available online.   Read about the decline in car use in Australian cities, hybrid & stop-start technologies, biofuels, tips for a greener fleet, and more.    Read More

End of Financial Year

30 June 2011 - Please note that the deadline for purchasing OFFSETS for the end of Financial Year is 12 noon today (30 June 2011).   If you would like to make a donation to Greenfleet after this  please use the DONATE button instead.    Read More

Climate change will be solved by us - underlines Greenfleet chairman, Ian Porter.

20 June 2011 - Interviewed in The Age today, Greenfleet chairman Ian Porter reminds us of the power every individual has to act on climate change.    Read More

Community Planting Day along Cardinia Creek

7 June 2011 -  Thank you  to everyone who joined us to plant trees to celebrate World Environment Day and the International Year of Forests.    Read More

June e-news available

6 June 2011 - The latest edition of our e-news is now available online.     Read about the world's largest solar powered yacht,  EU concerns about biofuels and much more.    Read More

Say Yes Australia

30 May 2011 - Check out the new campaign to encourage Australians to Say Yes to a price on carbon and get on with the job of cleaning up our economy.    Read More

The Critical Decade

24 May 2011 - The Climate Commission has released an update reviewing what sicence is telling us about the need to act on climate change and the risks of a challenging climate to Australia.    Read More

Monash student wins Corporate Environmental Responsibility award

20 May 2011 - Congratulations Scott Ferraro for taking out the Greenfleet prize for excellence in the Corporate Environmental Responsibility unit at last night's Monash University student awards.    Read More

Recognition for repairing the missing links

19 May 2011 - Greenfleet and Biolinking Australia have again been honoured as finalists in the UNAA World Environment Day Awards for our work to protect and enhance biodiversity through revegetation and protection of remnant bushland.    Read More

Greenfleet helps to develop sustainable futures

6 May 2011 - Greenfleet has joined VECCI, LaTrobe University and the Victorian Government in launching their Work Integrated Learning program,  aimed at delivering 'work ready' graduates.    Read More

FBT rules to change - no more incentives to drive further

6 May 2011 - Federal Government set to reform FBT, removing the perverse incentives to drive further to get better tax rates.    Read More

May e-news available

3 May 2011 - The latest edition of our e-news is now available online.     Read about the impact high oil prices have on driving habits, the CSIRO research to turn waste into wealth and much more.    Read More

Community Planting Day - get your hands dirty

2 May 2011 - To celebrate the International Year of Forests and World Environment Day, Greenfleet is holding a community planting day near Berwick (Vic) on Sunday 5 June 2011.    Read More

Greenfleet addresses Senate Environment Committee

20 April 2011 - Greenfleet is one of two forest sink providers invited to address the Senate Environment and Communications Legislation Committee in relation to the proposed Carbon Farming Initiative legislation.    Read More

Ocean warming detrimental to inshore fish species

18 April 2011 - Australian scientists have reported the first known detrimental impact of southern hemisphere ocean warming on a fish species - CSIRO.    Read More

House and Senate Inquiries - Carbon Farming Initiative

15 April 2011 - Greenfleet has submitted a response to both the House and Senate inquiries into the proposed Carbon Farming Initiative.    Read More

Climate Change Science - The Basis for Action

5 April 2011 - Greenhouse 2011 Conference opening speech to the Cairns Convention Centre, Qld, by the Hon Greg Combet AM MP, Minister for Climate Change and Energy Efficiency.    Read More

April e-news available

4 April 2011 - The latest edition of our e-news is now available online.     Read about Australian 2010 new vehicle emissions,  the role cars play in  many    western cultures,    the latest gems in electric vehicles, and more.    Read More

Greenfleet News - Autumn 2011

18 March 2011 - The latest edition of Greenfleet News is now available online.     Read about    the International Year of Forests, a brief review of 2010, our project to bring back the Big Scrub Rainforest to Byron Bay, and much more.    Read More

Greenfleet helps CSIRO to build new carbon models

9 March 2011 - With more than 13 years' experience in planting native forests for carbon capture, Greenfleet is assisting CSIRO to assist in developing improved models for Australian carbon forests.    Read More

March e-news available

7 March 2011 - The latest edition of our e-news is now available online.    Read about TREV's round the world trip, the electric Commodore, the fuel-efficiency battle  between Japanese automakers and much more.    Read More

Greenfleet adviser appointed to Climate Commission

25 February 2011 - Roger Beale, a member of Greenfleet's National Advisory Council has been appointed to the Climate Commission - set up to provide independent, authoritative  information on climate change.    Read More

Fixed carbon price likely from 1 July 2012

24 February 2011 - Press conference just announced likelihood of fixed carbon price for 3 to 5 years prior to commencement of market-based emissions trading scheme.    Read More

Heavy rains linked to humans

17 February 2011 - Climate scientists report that an increase in  heavy precipitation in many countries is, at least in part, a consequence of human influence on the atmosphere. (NYTimes)    Read More

February e-news available

7 February 2011 - The latest edition of our e-news is now online.   Read about the First50 project putting electric vehicles  on Canberra's roads, rationing vehicle registrations in Beijing, the Metropolitan Transport Forum and more.    Read More

Flood update

3 February 2011 - Flooding around Australia has caused loss of life and damage to private property and our thoughts are with the affected communities. However, the flooding has generally been good for Greenfleet's biodiverse carbon forests.    Read More

Queensland floods

12 January 2011 -    Greenfleet has a number of sites that are likely to be affected by the devastating Queensland floods, however the extent is unknown and our immediate thoughts are with the affected communities.    Read More

Want to be an energy and climate change leader?

10 January 2011 - CSIRO and the Department of Environment, Climate Change and Water NSW are looking for 500 volunteers to lead small group discussions on energy, climate change, water and waste in their communities.    Read More

International Year of Forests

1 January 2011 - It's International Year of Forests and Greenfleet is celebrating with an ambitious goal of 2 million trees.   Find out how you can help us reach that goal ...    Read More

Season's greetings and office closure

16 December 2010 - Thanks for your support in 2010 and we look forward to your continued support as we celebrate International Year of Forests in 2011.   Also, we're taking a short break over the festive season.    Read More

Buy a Greenfleet gift

13 December 2010 - Time is running out to order a Greenfleet gift in time for Christmas.   Get in quick to give your loved ones a gift that grows.    Read More

December e-news available

7 February 2011 - The latest edition of our e-news is now online.     Read about  Greenfleet gift ideas for the festive season, the latest about the Australian electric car  and more.    Read More

Carbon Farming Initiative consultation process

23 November 2010 - Draft guidelines for the federal government's Carbon   Farming Initiative have been released, with responses due 21 January.   This is likely to fill the void where Greenhouse Friendly once stood.    Read More

Greenfleet News - Summer 2010

15 November 2010 - The latest edition of Greenfleet News is now available online.    Read about  green gift ideas for the festive season,  our  event paving the way to greener fleets, supporters' efforts to reduce their emissions and much more.    Read More

Congratulations Europcar and the M1 Upgrade project

11 November 2010 - Two Greenfleet supporters have received awards for the environmental aspects of their operations recently - Europcar and the M1 Upgrade.    Read More

30 Ways in 30 Days

4 November 2010 - The United Nations Environment Programme presents one case study every day in November to prove that solutions to combat Climate Change are available, accessible and replicable.    Read More

November e-news available

3 November 2010 - The latest edition of our e-news is now online.   Read about our recent Drive Days, Norfolk Island's 'carbon credit card', transport tips from David Suzuki, green gift ideas  for Christmas and more.    Read More

Pay now, save (the planet) later

29 October 2010 - The second part of AAMI's Green Home and Motoring  Index reveals more families are investing in green solutions for their homes.    Read More

AAMI study shows drivers are thinking green at dealer

25 October 2010 - AAMI research shows Australians are adopting greener attitudes on the car lot, with more than half of drivers nationally saying they would consider environmental factors before buying a new car.    Read More

CSIRO study indicates changing climate in south-east

22 October 2010 - Despite recent rainfall in parts of eastern Australia, a recent report indicates an increasing risk of below-average rainfall and runoff into streams, and drier conditions into the future in south-eastern Australia.    Read More

October e-news available

4 October 2010 - The latest edition of our e-news is now online.   Read about a study  into life cycle emissions of electric cars, an inspiring story about family life without a car, a Christmas gift idea with a Greenfleet twist and more.    Read More

National Walk to Work Day tomorrow

30 September 2010 - Tomorrow is National Walk to Work Day - Walking to work is good for your health and the environment, why not give it a go tomorrow?    Read More

Montreal Protocol working

20 September 2010 - International efforts to phase out ozone depleting substances have worked - the destruction of atmospheric ozone has ceased and we are actually seeing increases in global and polar region ozone levels.    Read More

September e-news available

6 September 2010 - The latest edition of our e-news is now available online.     Read about the latest exciting news at Greenfleet, Japanese transport sector's success in cutting emissions, the improvement in fuel efficiency in automatics and much more.    Read More

We're Banksia Award Finalists

3 September 2010 - Greenfleet and Biolinking Australia have been named as finalists in the Land and Biodiversity category of this year's Banksia Awards, for our Victorian Biolinks Project.      Read More

Set yourself a 'green' challenge and raise money for Greenfleet

2 September 2010 - Enviroweek is coming!   Set yourself an environmental challenge, get sponsored and raise money for Greenfleet.    Read More

Greenfleet, AAMI and Ferguson Plarre Bakehouses help bushfire recovery

30    August 2010 - Greenfleet, Parks Victoria and    Suncorp's volunteers have planted 1,285 native seedlings at the Watsons Creek Biolink Project, which is partially funded by Ferguson Plarre Bakehouses and AAMI.    Read More

Carbon Disclosure Project launches global transport report

20 August 2010 - The report offers best practices, emerging standards, market trends and investor expectations. It also highlights the market and financial opportunities that exist for the industry.    Read More

Climate change science simplified

17 August 2010 - A new publication released by the Australian Academy of Science simplifies climate change science in the form of questions and answers.   If you're still unsure of the science, do check this out.    Read More

Greenfleet News - Winter 2010

16 August 2010 - The latest edition of Greenfleet News is now available online. Read about    our planting site near Wagga Wagga, what's the link between  trees and carbon commitment, tips to avoid and reduce emissions    and much more.    Read More

Running on empty - ABC 7.30 Report

10 August 2010 - Over the next five years Australia's oil import bill is expected to almost double.   It will affect every business and household in the country, but it's had precious little mention in the current election campaign.    Read More

August e-news now available

3 August 2010 - The latest edition of our e-news is now available online.   Read about  Bernie's Hobbs electric car experience,  Toyota's ecodriving tip, the first ever solar-powered plane to fly 24 hours straight and much more.    Read More

Has anyone noticed there's an election coming?

23 July 2010 - Ok, so everyone's talking about the election campaigns, who said what, policies and promises.   We don't want the Greenfleet website to become another election mouthpiece - but we will use our facebook page for updates.    Read More

The Passing of a Climate Warrior

20 July 2010 - Stephen Schneider, a Stanford University climate scientist who for decades built the case that global warming, while laden with complexity, justified an aggressive response, has died.    Read More

Run Melbourne is over, but it's not too late to donate

19 July 2010 - Sara and Merryn took part in Run Melbourne on Sunday, please donate in support of their efforts.    Read More

Biodiversity on the balance sheet

15 July 2010 -  A G8-sponsored project called The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity wants business to do something about the unchecked loss of biodiversity.    Read More

British Panel Clears Scientists

8 July 2010 - A British panel on Wednesday exonerated scientists caught up in the controversy known as Climategate of charges that they had manipulated their research to support preconceived ideas about global warming.    Read More

July e-news now available

5 July 2010 - The latest edition of our e-news is now available online. Read about the Zero Carbon Australia plan,  food miles  and the campaign to give our streets the green light.    Read More

Do something great for the environment with your tax dollars

16 June 2010 - Here's a timely reminder that donations to Greenfleet are tax deductible. Make your donations by midday on 30 June to make sure we have time to process your payment this financial year.    Read More

June e-news now available

8 June 2010 - The latest edition of our e-news is now available online. Read about the Macondo oil spill, how to reduce our appetite for oil and an unexpected convert to clean energy.      Read More

The Sunday Age looks into the regulatory void

7 June 2010 - Ruth Williams from The Sunday Age reported yesterday on the new national carbon offset standard, which comes into force on July 1, when Greenhouse Friendly is wound up.    Read More

Red tape ties up green programs

31 May 2010 - The Greenhouse Friendly certification programme is winding up on  1 July 2010.   Until a suitable replacement program is implemented, Greenfleet will continue to operate to the Greenhouse Friendly standard.    Read More

Raise more money to raise more trees

27 May 2010 - Greenfleet is entering a team into Run Melbourne on 18 July and we'd love you to join us and help us raise money to plant more native forests.    Read More

We're World Environment Day Awards Finalists!

21 May 2010 - Greenfleet and Biolinking Australia have been announced as finalists in the 2010 UNAA World Environment Day Awards for our work on the Northern Victoria Biolinks Project.    Read More

More talk and less action on climate change?

12 May 2010 - The Federal Government budget commits just  $30m over two years for a 'campaign on climate change' - so much for the greatest moral challenge of our times?    Read More

Congratulations to ECO-Buy Award winners

11 May 2010 - Congratulations to all winners of the ECO-Buy Awards for Excellence in Green Purchasing, including Darebin City Council who won the Local Government Energy Saving Award presented by Greenfleet.    Read More

Europcar raises funds to plant more than 8,000 trees in 8 weeks

16 August  2010 - The latest edition of Greenfleet News is now available online. Read about  our planting site near Wagga Wagga,  the link between  carbon commitment and trees, tips to avoid and reduce  emissions  and much more.    Read More

Climate change will affect human health

6 May 2010 - Research predicts that large numbers of healthy people will suffer heat-related illness if temperatures continue to rise into the next century.    Read More

May e-news now available

4 May 2010 - The latest edition of our e-news is now available online.   Read about the Henry Tax Review, the Banksia Environmental Awards, more biofuel crops in trouble, hybrid bikes and much more.    Read More

Dissapointing delays

27 April 2010 - Greenfleet is disappointed in today's announcement that the Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme has been further delayed.    Read More

Volcano cuts global aviation emisions

20 April 2010 - The eruption of Eyjafjallajokull has grounded thousands of flights in Europe this week. What effect does this have on greenhouse gas emissions?    Read More

April e-news now available

12 April 2010 - The latest edition of our e-news is now available online.  Read about a range of electric vehicles, improved bike facilities in Adelaide and Melbourne, and decide for yourself if car racing can be green.    Read More

Greenfleet News - Autumn 2010

7 April 2010 - The latest edition of Greenfleet News is now available online.   Read about our Battery Creek biodiversity study, the goings on in Copenhagen, how the tax system can influence environmental action and much more.    Read More

Poor public transport hurts business

30 March 2010 - VECCI survey reveals that 74% of Victorian businesses have experienced productivity losses due to public transport issues.    Read More

Earth Hour - 8.30pm Saturday night

26 March 2010 - Remember to turn off the lights for Earth Hour tomorrow night, but also use the event as an opportunity to re-evaluate the electricity supply you take for granted.    Read More

Your sustainable transport guide

22 March 2010 - Greenfleet and The Net Balance foundation this afternoon launched Your Sustainable Transport Guide - a practical guide to help businesses drive better transport decisions    Read More

Low Carbon Growth Plan for Australia

19 March 2010 - Launched in Melbourne this morning, the Low Carbon Growth Plan for Australia is an economy-wide blueprint for Australia to achieve ambitious reductions in GHG emissions, while building a growing low-carbon economy.    Read More

CSIRO & Bureau of Meteorology release climate snapshot

16 March 2010 - More extremely hot days, fewer cold ones, wetter in the north and drier in the south:  this is not a forecast for Australia's climate, but a snapshot of our climate now!    Read More

Congratulations - The Body Shop

16 March 2010 - Greenfleet supporter The Body Shop won a VECCI Grow Me The Money Award for Action for their Green Team Action Plans last week.    Read More

Scientists confident - climate change is real and human induced

12 March 2010 - At last, scientists state the case, that they are 95% confident that climate change is real and human induced.    Read More

March e-news now available

1 March 2010 - The latest edition of e-news is now available online. Read about the curse of the car and how to overcome it - from the practical (Earth Ride Adelaide 2010) to the not-so-practical (a horse-drawn Hummer?).    Read More

Just 1 piece of rubbish can make a difference

22 February 2010 - If every person in Australia picked up just one piece of rubbish for this 20th Clean Up Australia Day, we'd pick up ten times more rubbish than last year.      Read More

Europcar campaign - 8,000 trees in 8 weeks

15 February 2010 - Europcar are running a campaign to raise enough money to plant 8,000 trees in 8 weeks.   With a range of low emission vehicles and a donation to Greenfleet you can reduce the impact of your rental car.    Read More

Post-Copenhagen debrief

11 February 2010 - What really happened in Copenhagen and where do we go from here?   Four COP15 delegates shared their first-hand experiences with Greenfleet supporters over breakfast.    Read More

Carbon accounting identifies savings opportunities

2 February 2010 - A new report from the National Centre for Sustainability reveals 71% of businesses who developed an emissions inventory identified opportunitiess for cost savings.    Read More

February e-news now available

1 Februrary 2010 - The latest edition of e-news is now available online.   Find out how new car fuel efficiency averages in Australia compare to the rest of the world, plus read about trials of electric and solar vehicles.    Read More

Greenfleet calls for regulatory certainty

27 January 2010 - Greenfleet speaks to The Age about the need for an appropriate forestry offset standard once Greenhouse Friendly is dismantled in June 2010.    Read More

The Greenhouse Indicator Annual Report (The Climate Group)

19 January 2010 - The 2009 Economic Downturn resulted in a reduction in emissions in 2009 in the eastern states of Australia - but what happens when the economy starts firing again?    Read More

Top 50 sustainability books

14 January 2010 - Alumni from the University of Cambridge's Programme for Sustainability Leadership have voted on the top 50 sustainability books.   Have you read these pivotal titles?    Read More

Animated history of the Earth's climate

13 January 2010 - As we wait for countries to announce emissions targets, this is a little reminder of why we need targets - because greenhouse gases alter climate. The more action we take now the better!    Read More

2009 - second warmest year on record

6 January 2010 - The Bureau of Meterology has announced that 2009 was the second warmest on record, with temperatures 0.9 degrees C above the 1960-1990 average.    Read More

Season's Greetings

21 December 2009 - Thank you for your support in 2009 - you helped us plant more than 1.4 million native trees.   We are taking a short festive season break and hope that you also enjoy a safe and happy break.    Read More

The Copenhagen Communique

14 December 2009 - Greenfleet is a signatory to this short statement that sets out the business case for a strong and effective UN climate framework.   We encourage others to do the same.    Read More

Trees don't wait for politics

9 December 2009 - Our climate and trees don't understand politics.   While the CPRS  is a  political compromise, it is better than nothing.   For now we will keep planting trees so they grow sooner, taking carbon from the atmosphere sooner.    Read More

December e-news now available

7 December 2009 - Read about green license plates and tyre labels being introduced overseas, while at home, students seek a place in the sun and we encourage you to Walk Against Warming next weekend.    Read More

Warming diagnosis: beyond worst case

25 November 2009 - While Australia's politicians faff about with politics, more than 200 recent scientific studies have revealed that climate change measures are already tracking near or beyond worst-case scenarios.    Read More

Some voluntary action to be counted in proposed CPRS changes

24 November 2009 - Greenfleet welcomes proposed changes to the CPRS to count voluntary action from households and all GreenPower purchases, but still believes that voluntary action from non-liable organisations should also be counted.    Read More

Offset industry waiting on change

23 November 2009 - The Courier Mail's Graham Readfearn visits a Greenfleet planting site to investigate the on-ground benefits of growing native forests for carbon capture.    Read More

Greenfleet News - summer edition

23 November 2009 - The latest edition of Greenfleet News is now available online.   Read about a planting project in Victoria, how the Gold Coast is preparing for climate change, the threat to the Mountain Pygmy Possum and more.    Read More

Up to $63 billion of residential buidlings at risk in Australia

16 November 2009 - Australian coastal communities are threatened by inundation, 1-in-100 year extreme weather events could occur several times per year,  yet we're planning for failure at Copenhagen?    Read More

UK envoy says 'move on' to climate change sceptics

13 November 2009 - BRITAIN'S new high commissioner in Canberra has expressed surprise that Australians are still debating whether humans cause climate change and says other nations have long since ''moved on''.    Read More

Forget the politics, keep planting trees

4 November 2009 - The Australian Parliament is currently considering the CPRS legislation, and the Senate will shortly reconsider the legislation. So what does the CPRS mean for Greenfleet?    Read More

November e-news now available

2 November 2009 - The latest edition of Greenfleet's transport e-news is now available.   Read about solar cars, upcoming events, hopes for sustainable cities and a reminder that Christmas is coming.      Read More

Optimising Carbon in the Australian Landscape

30  October 2009  -  The Wentworth Group of Concerned Scientists has published a report highlighting the benefits of terrestrial carbon and its essential role in helping Australia meet its international obligations, reduce the potential of dangerous climate change and improve our landscape's ability to adapt to climate change.    Read More

Five year deadline to act!

20 October 2009 - New research commissioned by WWF finds that runaway climate change is almost inevitable without specific action to implement low-carbon re-industrialisation over the next five years.    Read More

Ride to work tomorrow

13 October 2009 - That's right it's national Ride to Work Day tomorrow, so dust off that old bike  and remember to register for a chance to win a new one!    Read More

CPRS legislation needs to be changed

12 October 2009 - Greenfleet has joined with key supporters to request changes to the Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme legislation to correct its treatment of biodiverse forest sinks established prior to scheme commencement.    Read More

October e-news now available

5 October 2009 - The latest edition of Greenfleet's technology e-news is now available.   Read about electric cars and an  ultracapacitor bus, biofuels and tar sands, and some lighter entertainment - green movie reviews.    Read More

Greenfleet submission to Victorian Climate Change Green Paper

2 October 2009 - Greenfleet believes there are further opportunities for Victoria to show leadership, engage the community, stimulate innovation and provide assistance to affected communities and organisations.    Read More

Australia behind in carbon competitiveness

21 September 2009 - G20 countries meeting in Pittsburgh this week have been rated on how competitive they will be in a low carbon global economy. Australia ranks worst out of all industrialised countries.    Read More

Japan - government-elect announces more ambitious targets

16 September 2009 - After a landslide election victory in August, the Democratic Party of Japan have announced a new target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 25% from 1990 levels, by 2020.    Read More

Youth Decide - national youth vote on climate change

14 September 2009 - More than 300 events will be held around Australia this week to mark Youth Decide, an opportunity for young Australians to send a message to the government about the world they want to inherit.    Read More

September e-news now available

8 September 2009 - The latest edition of Greenfleet's technology e-news is now available.   Read about motoring industry developments here and overseas, a  new take on the  electric bike and lots of events to get you out of the car.    Read More

CSIRO confirms carbon capture is viable part of solution

24 August 2009 - CSIRO's Sustainable Agriculture Flagship has released a report that reveals forestry and forest-related land management options can easily deliver significant carbon sinks and should be part of a climate change solution.    Read More

20% renewable energy by 2020

20 August 2009 - Today the Senate approved legislation that will ensure at least 20% of Australia's stationary energy will be generated from renewable sources.    Read More

Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme legislation voted down in Senate

13 August 2009 - After months of speculation it has finally happened, today the Senate voted against the legislation that would implement the Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme.     So once again we wait for action on climate change.    Read More

August e-news now available

3 August 2009 - The latest edition of Greenfleet's e-news is now available. Find out about a zero-emissions housing estate near Geelong in Victoria, an electric car network to be set up in Canberra, and more.    Read More

Ferguson Plarre Bakehouses win Gold Banksia Award

27 July 2009 - Greenfleet would like to congratulate Ferguson Plarre Bakehouses on winning the  prestigious Gold Banksia Award on Friday night, for reducing and offsetting greenhouse gas emissions in their 108 year old business.    Read More

What does a 1 metre sea level rise mean to you?

13 July 2009 - If a 1 metre rise in sea level doesn't sound like much, consider this: 60 million people live within 1 metre of mean sea level, a number expected to rise to 130 million by 2100.    Read More

July e-news now available

6 July 2009 - The latest edition of Greenfleet's e-news is now available.   Read about car-free towns in Germany, electric rental cars and much more.    Read More

Does using e10 reduce greenhouse gas emissions?

26 June 2009 - This is a question that more people are asking Greenfleet, so we thought we'd explain how it works.    Read More

End of Financial Year - Choose Greenfleet for your tax deductible donations

12 June 2009 - Remember that Greenfleet offsets are income tax deductible for individuals, so please do something good for the environment with your charity donations this June.    Read More

Commuter cycling celebrates first birthday in Brisbane

10 June 2009 - As you know we attended Greenfest in Brisbane last weekend.   The most impressive 'green' initiative we saw there was the King George Square Cycle Centre, which is celebrating its first birthday today.    Read More

What are you doing on World Environment Day?

4 June 2009 - Greenfleet will be helping to celebrate World Environment Day (5 June) at Greenfest in Brisbane.   Come to Brisbane's City  Botanic Gardens on Friday, Saturday or Sunday to help celebrate the environment that supports us.    Read More

June e-news now available

1 June 2009 - The latest edition of Greenfleet's e-news is now available. And remember, Greenfleet offsets are income tax deductible so get in now to plant trees with your taxes.    Read More

Time and money impede greening at home

28 May 2009 - Time, money and ignorance are the major barriers to Australians doing more at home to reduce their environmental impact, new research shows.    Read More

Fringe Benefits Tax and greener transport

15 May 2009 - FBT rules are hindering the adoption of greener transport practices within Australian businesses.   Here is some insight from Committee of Melbourne members Nerida Hayse (KPMG) and David Meiklejohn (UrbanTrans).    Read More

Get on your bike - or someone else's!

5 May 2009 - Darwin City Council offers a bicycle fleet for staff use.   Melbourne is running a three week trial for a public bicycle sharing scheme.   Monash University is offering recycled bikes for use by Halls of Residence students.    Read More

Energy-efficient concept car competition (Victoria)

Greenfleet and the Science Teachers' Association of Victoria are running this student competition for the fourth time in 2009. Open to students in years 8 - 10, this competition investigates real-life applications of science.    Read More

Bakers, plumbers and more via for Premier's Sustainability Awards (Vic)

31 March 2009 - Greenfleet congratulates finalists of Premier's Sustainability Awards, including offset supporters Fergusson Plarre Bakehouse and the GPT Group, and our friends at  mecu and the Alto Hotel on Bourke.    Read More

Future Sparks exceed expectations

30 March 2009 - Teams cycling in the Future Spark Challenge generated more energy than was required to power Melbourne's Earth Hour Concert on Saturday night.   Greenfleet helped out by generating 463 Wh of energy.      Read More

Submission to Senate Standing Committee on Economics

25 March 2009 - Greenfleet continues to provide input into the development of the Federal Government's Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme.   This latest submission is for the Senate Standing Committee on Economics Inquiry.    Read More

St Kilda Cycles sponsor prizes for community events and supporter survey

16 March 2009 - Greenfleet would like to thank Vince from St Kilda Cycles for his kind donation of two bicycles to give away to supporters this year.    Read More

Greenfleet to cycle for Earth Hour

2 March 2009 - Greenfleet is pleased to be a sponsor of, and cycling in, the Future Spark Challenge to power the Melbourne Earth Hour concert on 28 March.    Read More

Greenfleet response to National Carbon Offset Standard Discussion Paper

27 February 2009 - While the Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme is at the hub of the government's climate change strategy, there is merit in the operation of a credible and complementary voluntary market.    Read More

Update - south-east Australian bushfires

24 February 2009 - Greenfleet has completed an initial assessment of the impacts of the bushfires on our forests. To date, less than 1% (or about 50 hectares) of all Greenfleet forests have been impacted.    Read More

South-east Australian bushfires

9 February 2009 - Greenfleet will assess the impact of these fires on our forests over the coming weeks, with a view to replant if necessary or monitor recovery in areas where the impact was less severe.    Read More

Signs of alarm among fauna at bottom of the sea

19 January 2009 (The Age) - CSIRO scientists discover 274 new species living in the depths of the Southern Ocean, but climate change concerns have been raised about damage to deep water coral reefs.    Read More

Greenfleet congratulates Corporate Express: Sustainable Company of the Year

8 December 2008 - Supply chain management, human capital and community programs, recycling, vehicle offsets and green building intiatives are just part of the sustainability program at Corporate Express.    Read More

Greenfleet joins the call for ongoing voluntary action alongside CPRS targets

29 October 2008 - Greenfleet and 18 co-signatories submitted a communique to the Federal Government calling for action to be taken to ensure voluntary carbon reduction activities are supported alongside the mandatory CPRS.    Read More

Pay as you drive insurance - a Real winner!

22 October 2008 - Pay As You Drive insurance, from Greenfleet supporter Real Insurance, has won The Best General Insurance Product category at the Australian Banking and Finance Magazine Telstra Insurance awards.    Read More

Carbon Offset Watch

17 September 2008 - Greenfleet, along with almost 30 other organisations, did not participate in the survey which was used to rate carbon offset providers as we don't believe it represented an unbiased view of the offset market.    Read More

Greenfleet CPRS Green Paper Response

10 September 2008 - This is Greenfleet's submission to the Federal Government following the release of the   Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme Green Paper.    Read More

Scouts Australia and Greenfleet plant 1 million trees together

18 August 2008 - In 2001 Greenfleet and Scouts Australia joined forces to help revegetate the Murray Darling Basin and capture carbon in biodiverse native forests. On the weekend, Scouts and Greenfleet planted their one millionth treetogether, at a site near Eddington south west of Bendigo in central Victoria.    Read More

ANU study confirms native forest role in combating Climate Change

7 August 2008 - The Australian National University's Green Carbon research released this week revealed that Australia's native eucalypt forests store, on average, around three times more carbon than previously estimated.    Read More

QFleet plants 500,000th tree

19 June 2008 - QFleet's involvement in the national Greenfleet program has reached a milestone with Public Works Minister Robert Schwarten today planting the partnership's 500,000th tree near Ipswich.    Read More

Greenfleet supporters make Banksia Award finals

5 June 2008 - Greenfleet would like to congratulate six of our supporters who have been selected as finalists in the 2008 Banksia Environmental Awards.    Read More

Scouts plant 5,000 trees at Jack Smith Lake

29 May 2008 - Scouts from across Victoria planted more than 5,000 trees last weekend at Jack Smith Lake State Game Reserve.    Read More

Cutting through the confusion about diesel cars

27 May 2008 - Diesel car sales are on the way up, but we still lag well behind Europe.   Greenfleet CEO, Sara Gipton, suggests two main reasons - current FBT rules and consumer confusion about relative benefits of diesel and petrol.    Read More

Greenfleet delighted to be a finalist in 2008 World Environment Day Awards

20 May 2008 - Greenfleet joins two other organisations as finalists in the 'Sustainability Victoria - Meeting the Greenhouse Challenge' category.    This is a reflection of the tremendous efforts of the not for profit's supporters.    Read More

World Environment Day Awards - 2008 Finalists announced

20 May 2008 - Greenfleet is among the finalists announced in the 2008 World Environment Day Awards, find out who else  has been  recognised in the awards run by the United Nations Association of Australia.    Read More

Greenfleet Pricing Announcement

For the first time in four years Greenfleet has increased the price of its carbon offsets; effective 1 May 2008. The price of raw materials (seeds and saplings), fuel and labour have all increased considerably over the last four years...    Read More

Greenfleet submission to Garnaut Review

18 April 2008 - Greenfleet welcomes the opportunity to respond to the interim Garnaut Report as we believe that the emissions trading scheme design can set important precedents for broader globalarrangements.    Read More

Fishprint recognised as finalist in Sustainability Awards

11 April 2008 - Greenfleet supporter and newsletter sponsor, Fishprint has been recognised for leading the way in waterless printing and sustainable approach to business operations.    Read More

Native tree planting certified to cut carbon

11 March 2008 - Minister for Climate Change and Water, Penny Wong, today congratulated forestry organisation, Greenfleet, for becoming the first not-for-profit 'offset provider' to be approved by the Australian Government.    Read More

Greenfleet drives a first for not-for-profit approval

11 March 2008 - Greenfleet is Australia's first not-for-profit forestry organisation to gain approval under the Federal Government's Greenhouse Friendly initiative.    Read More

Greenfleet congratulates Peugeot 308HDi drivers over new emission records

28 February 2008 - Peugeot should be applauded for its latest super fuel-efficient Peugeot 308 HDi following its record-breaking low-carbon emission 14,580km drive around Australia, said Greenfleet.    Read More

Garnaut Review releases interim report

21 February 2008 - Releasing his Interim Report in Adelaide today, Professor Garnaut said that Australia should promote strong global action on climate change and be prepared to match the commitments of other developed nations.    Read More

An Australian Cost Curve for Greenhouse Gas Reduction

15 February 2008 - This report was prepared by McKinsey & Co., offering an Australian perspective on the costs and potential of different options for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.    Read More

Media release archive - 2007 and earlier

This page provides links to selected media releases from Greenfleet and relevant third-parties prior to 2008.    Read More