The Natural Edge Project

The Natural Edge Project (TNEP) was an independent not-for-profit think-tank for sustainability based in Australia.

Description

The Natural Edge Project (TNEP) was located in a number of Australian cities. Members were hosted and mentored by several universities, including Griffith, Adelaide, QUT, and Curtin, in collaboration with the Institution of Engineers Australia.^[1]

TNEP contributed to leading research, case studies, tools, policies and strategies for achieving sustainable development across government and business. The non-profit TNEP receives mentoring and support from selected experts and leading organisations in Australia and internationally. It delivered short courses, workshops, and conference presentations to build industry experience and relationships.^[2]

The patron of TNEP in 2005 was Sir Ninian Stephen, former Governor General of Australia.^[3]

Publications

• Natural Capitalism by Amory Lovins (1999)^[3]
• The Natural Advantage of Nations edited by Karlson Hargroves and Michael H Smith (2005)^[4]

Awards

The Natural Edge Project was the winner of the 2005 Banksia Award for Environmental Leadership Education and Training. The Banksia Awards aims to recognise individuals and organisations for environmental excellence and innovation.^[5]