Binge Polluters

 

Some interesting stats I read today from the ABS;

The ABS 2008 Year Book is an annual report on Australian life, people and the economy. The report found non-renewable fuel production has gone up more than 400 per cent with little growth in renewables. Black coal accounted for half of Australia’s energy production in 2005-06 while renewable energy such as bagasse (derived from sugar cane) solar and hydro electricity made up just 2 per cent. The most recent figures show Australians emit more than 17 tonnes of carbon per person, compared with an OECD average of just over 11 tonnes. The ABS says that is driven by the high use of coal in electricity generation and the reliance on cars. Use of public transport to get to work has risen little over 10 years – up just 2 per cent to 14 per cent. The report also shows people are recycling more and are using less water but are ignoring environmental concerns in other areas of their lives. [Source]

Nothing surprising there, but very embarrassing and shameful nonetheless…