The article by Lisa Tarry is from the online publication, The Fifth State. To read in full click here.
It’s the million-dollar question: what are green skills? And it was the opening question at the Green Steps’ session of the Australasian Campuses Towards Sustainability (ACTS) conference at Macquarie University in Sydney recently. But are green jobs just political rhetoric or the actual creation of new jobs for new sectors? …….
Greetings Environmental Officers!
As part of a broad review of water management products and practices, L.E.K. Consulting is hoping to learn a little more about the water management systems in place at Australian universities.
In particular, we would very much appreciate it if you could help us by answering these 5 quick questions:
1. Do you currently irrigate your sports fields?
2. If so, what is the approximate area under irrigation and what means of irrigation is used?
3. If not, are there plans in place to irrigate? If no plans are in place, what would need to change for this to come under consideration?
4. Do you currently have installed facilities to treat and store rain water, storm water, grey water, or black water?
5. If not, are there plans in place to install such a system? If no plans are in place, what would need to change for this to come under consideration?
Please email responses to the above and any related correspondence to Martin Kennedy - m.kennedy@lek.com
Kind regards,
Martin Kennedy | L.E.K. Consulting
E m.kennedy@lek.com | www.lek.com
Professor Ian Lowe AO has been confirmed as a keynote speaker at the 2009 ACTS conference
Professor Ian Lowe AO has degrees in engineering and physics. He is currently emeritus professor of science, technology and society at Griffith University in Brisbane, an adjunct professor at Sunshine Coast University and an honorary research fellow at the University of Adelaide. The author of 18 books and more than 500 other publications, Professor Lowe’s contributions to environmental science have won him a Centenary Medal, the Eureka Prize for promotion of science, the Prime Minister’s Environment Award for Outstanding Individual Achievement, the Queensland Premier’s Millennium Award for Excellence in Science, and the University of NSW Alumni Award for achievement in science. Professor Lowe was named Humanist of the Year in 1988 and made an Officer of the Order of Australia in 2001. Professor Lowe is the current President of the Australian Conservation Foundation (ACF), a position he has held since 2004.
The 2009 ACTS conference (30th Sept - 2nd Oct, Macquarie University Sydney) is shaping up to be one of the best yet. The program has been updated to include:
If you haven’t registered yet, go to the ACTS conference website and have a look at the great program. You will find that the ACTS conference is not only one the most cost afforable events offered each year but also a great opportunity to meet and network with others with a similar focus on sustainability in the higher education sector. We look forward to seeing you there.
Please pass this email onto anyone you think would be interested in attending the 2009 ACTS Conference.
Conference website:
Discipline Head/ Professor (Environment & Planning)
System Reference:
543856
Portfolio/College:
Design & Social Context
School/Group:
Global Studies, Social Science & Planning
Award/Salary:
salary description below
Work type:
Full time - Continuing/Permanent
Campus:
Melbourne - CBD
RMIT is a global university of technology based in Melbourne, with a commitment to and reputation for high quality professional and vocational education and research engaged with industry and community.
· $129,276 plus 17% superannuation
· Great CBD Location
The School of Global Studies, Social Science and Planning seeks to appoint a professor who will be appointed as Discipline Head, Environment and Planning. Reporting to the Dean, the Discipline Head will provide academic leadership and vision, and assist with the management and strategic leadership of the Environment and Planning area in the School.
Key responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
· Contributing to the academic and professional leadership of the School by leading the planning, development and implementation of an integrated and effective academic strategy within the Discipline,
· Enhancing the research culture by the conduct and publishing research on themes related to the strategic research directions of the Environment and Planning area
· Co-ordinating and teaching courses in the general area of Environment and Planning and supervising postgraduate and research students in relevant areas of competence and interest.
· Managing the staff of the Discipline to ensure high quality learning outcomes for students and, through recruitment, induction, staff development, and work planning, ensure professional satisfaction and accountability for staff.
To be successful in this position, you will be an outstanding and well-respected academic with the vision and capacity to help shape and build the future of the environment and planning professions. With a strong reputation you will be a leader in your field, demonstrated through: a distinguished record in learning, teaching and research, leading to a detailed knowledge of the environment and planning field in Australia; a substantial publication record; receipt of research and consultancy grants; and experience to provide creative solutions and to plan and implement strategic projects in a complex environment.
A PhD or equivalent in a relevant discipline is required, with experience in the management of an academic unit or department highly desirable.
For further information and position description, contact Prof. Bruce Wilson on +61 3 9925 8216
Applications close 19th July 2009.
Candidates are required to address the Key Selection Criteria.
Please note that RMIT University has in place a preferred supplier agreement and so applications will not be entertained from employment or recruitment agencies. Any calls or queries should be directed to the Recruitment Unit, on (03) 9925 0600
Advertised date:
17 Jun 2009 Aus. Eastern Standard Time
Closing date:
19 Jul 2009 11:55pm Aus. Eastern Standard Time
