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History has proven that when communities work together real change can happen. Supporting the campaigns and initiatives of ALEC is a great way to take a difference. Become a member of ALEC and/or make a donation!

There are many challenges facing our environment, and many challenges with our system of governance, particularly with our major parties taking donations from fossil fuel companies, and prioritising profit over conservation of our valuable natural resources. But there are thousands, even millions of people working across the planet to bring about change.

It's a critical time for our environment and climate, and despite the doom and gloom we must remember that renewable energy is now the cheapest form of new energy, the transition is already underway and that people power is making a big difference.

Water

Groundwater is the lifeblood of the arid zone, transforming arid environments into the oases of the desert. Shallow groundwater landscapes support the most complex, biodiverse and climate resilient habitat in the arid...
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Climate

Proactive climate adaptation that incorporates climate justice principles involves taking practical actions to build the capacity of Central Australian communities while rapidly reducing greenhouse gas emissions, including actions to strengthen housing and...
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Nature

Buffel grass is now considered to be the single greatest environmental threat to arid ecosystems. It out-competes native grasses and alters habitats, leading to more dangerous fires, significant biodiversity loss and loss of...
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Food Justice

We’re working on creating local, sustainable food networks in Mparntwe Alice Springs and surrounding desert communities through building food gardens, community engagement and awareness and education. Our vision is a food system...
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