Tim Flannery: Burning coal is a 'stupid' way to make electricity

Australia urged to lead the way in climate change revolution

AFP, 26 January 2007 - Australia is at the sharp end of the devastating impact of climate change and must urgently undergo an energy revolution if it is to survive, according to eminent scientist, author and winner of the nation's top award, Tim Flannery.

Flannery, who was named Australian of the Year marking the country's national day on January 26, believes that if ever a textbook example of the impact of global warming was needed, Australia provides it.

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