Green tips
One thing we wanted to do...
- was keep a of a scrapbook of information that relates to the environment. For example when we come across a useful product (like 'The Green Cleaner' book by Barbara Lord) or a good source of practical information like Australian Conservation Foundation's Greenhome campaign - we'll add a link or summary on this page.
If you would like to share any green tips or projects that you've found particularly useful - please email us with the details. Don't forget to include references for any information you've found so that we can give credit to the source.
Below is a quick top 12 list from the local paper found in a government ad for sustainable homes.
Top 12 products for a sustainable home
1. Switch you electricity to GreenPower (accredited renewable energy) and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Call Community Power - your Council GreenPower program for more information 03 8470 8220.
2. AAA shower heads and flow restrictors
3. Compact fluorescent globes
4. Compost bin or worm farm
5. Recycled paper products - toilet paper, kitchen towels, tissues etc.
6. Microfibre cleaning cloths
7. Bicycle and/or Met cards
8. Indigenous (locally native) plants
9. Trigger nozzles for all hoses
10. Mulch
11. Rainwater tank or greywater treatment system
12. Solar hot water system