Collection: Tech Book

Motivated by a concern that trees in the metropolitan area may not be adequately protected by present regulations, in particular that the Tree Preservation Order may not be operating effectively.

Provides valuable information on the distribution, feeding habits and breeding patterns of the mammals, birds, reptiles, frogs, freshwater fish, insects and spiders that inhabit our urban landscape.

Written primarily for practicing civil engineers to increase familiarity with the use of vegetation as an engineering material. Provides an understanding of the principles and procedures involved in bioengineering and how these can be employed

Economic instruments provide polluters with an economic incentive to minimise pollution. This study looks at the use of tradeable permits to reduce air pollution from stationary sources.

This study examines strategies to limit vehicle emission in NSW. It Reviews the use of economic instruments overseas and identifies whether or not they could use of regulate vehicle emissions in NSW.

Explores the benefits, risks and barriers to councils is using social media, and identifies those areas where social media might best serve the sector

Vegetation growing within the track formation and trees within the safety evelope of overhead structures or sight lines directly impacts on train running and safety.

Demonstrates how proper site planning, using efficient house designs, can achieve higher residential densities and quality living environments in established or greenfield areas.