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The concept of integrated water management has become a sustainability "hot topic" in recent times. The Office of Living Victoria (OLV) has been set up by the Victorian Government and in this session, we will explore the current status of this initiative.

The rapidly growing ‘Rights of Nature’ movement seeks to weigh and balance the rights of humans against those of the whole Earth community. Ecuador have recognised Mother Nature in their constitution, Bolivia and more than two dozen municipal governments in the USA have Rights of Nature legislation and in New Zealand, the Whanganui River ecosystem has been granted ‘personhood’ rights. So where does Australia figure in this movement?

An overview of SENG national conference and key issues.

A Biophilic City will absorb more carbon than it emits, and will literally breathe life into its surroundings. It will positively influence its local climate, will provide sustenance and contribute to the wellbeing of its inhabitants, and will promise higher economic productivity through a healthier workforce and more efficient use of natural resources.

The Sustainable Engineering Society (SENG) 2013 Conference  is an exploration of the great engineering achievements of Australia’s past and a journey through to a vision of tomorrow.