Brian demonstrated other models he has built during his retirement – with still others on display in beautifully crafted wooden cabinets in his shed. Our teacher John at times mentions Brian’s models in class, so it was wonderful to be able to visit, inspect and be informed about them. Brian and Margaret are certainly 'early adopters' of renewable energy, with solar panels long present on the roof of their home and Brian’s inspirational modelling of alternative methods of producing renewable energy. Thank you for introducing us to your forward thinking models, Brian.
After reading and discussing articles of current interest, in early April the Towards a Sustainable Future class left W4 for a much anticipated field trip to Brian Howard’s home. Following morning tea with scones (thanks Margaret) we headed out to the backyard shed to inspect three models built by Brian which demonstrate the principles of solar thermal energy production. It wasn’t long before Brian’s impressive models were generating steam via small engines powered by solar thermal energy. Brian demonstrated other models he has built during his retirement – with still others on display in beautifully crafted wooden cabinets in his shed. Our teacher John at times mentions Brian’s models in class, so it was wonderful to be able to visit, inspect and be informed about them. Brian and Margaret are certainly 'early adopters' of renewable energy, with solar panels long present on the roof of their home and Brian’s inspirational modelling of alternative methods of producing renewable energy. Thank you for introducing us to your forward thinking models, Brian. |
'Sustainability'True sustainability is only achieved when our society achieves this in three spheres of our activity: Social, Economic and Environmental. Sustainability in each of these three spheres is far from being achieved. This has become the concern of governments and ordinary people world-wide and has resulted in many questions about the sustainability of our present lifestyle. Meeting Times1st and 3rd Friday
10 am to 12 midday U3A Meeting Room 1 Convenors and contact detailsJohn Lane
0474 936 460 Convenor 2008-2021John Lloyd
Local LinksRenewable Energy Benalla - website
Other LinksEconomists for Equity and the Environment
The Future Economy Population Matters-For A Sustainable Future Strathbogie Voices Seminars on Climate Change in Euroa (YouTube) Frank Dunin's paper 'Fire reduces water harvest from Melbourne's water supply catchments'. Frank Dunin's response 'Chemistry Lesson for Scott Morrison' Archives
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