What’s more important? Green technology products that will do minimum impact to the environment? Or cheaper products that use more resources and are harder to recycle? A recent study from Panasonic and Macquarie University has shown that when it comes to actually spending money on Green Technology, Australians are a lot more interested in the green inside their wallets.
One of the most pressing issues facing us today is the impact our gadget-laden lives has on the planet. As the demand for the latest smartphone, TV or tablet grows, the impact of manufacturing and disposing these gadgets is putting growing pressure on the environment. We spoke to former Australian of the Year and climate change expert Professor Tim Flannery about the importance of technology in helping solve the environmental damage our gadget lust has on the planet.
