by Evan | Sep 12, 2016 | Emissions Reduction, House and Garden, Tips & Resources
Stories from Our Biosphere Saving Energy in Your Home – A room by room guide Your electricity costs do not need to be high, there are many residents with very low power bills and all it takes is some changes to the way you use electricity. There are many things you...
by Evan | Aug 18, 2016 | House and Garden, Tips & Resources, Waste Reduction
Tips & Resources Is plastic killing you? What you need to know Whilst NCBA promotes limiting the use of plastic containers- if plastic is your only option- choose wisely and recycle. TIP – Look for the code symbol on the container. Type 1: Polyethylene...
by Evan | Aug 18, 2016 | Consumption and Shopping, Tips & Resources
Tips & Resources Living Sustainably: What to consider when shopping When food shopping consider the following: Food Waste – Every year Australia sends more than 4 million tonnes of food waste to landfill. In landfill, waste food produces methane which is a...
by Evan | Aug 18, 2016 | Emissions Reduction, House and Garden, Tips & Resources
Tips & Resources How to Reduce your Energy & Electricity Usage Your electricity costs do not need to be high, there are many residents with very low power bills and all it takes is some changes to the way you use electricity. There are many things you can do...
by Evan | Aug 18, 2016 | Emissions Reduction, House and Garden, Tips & Resources
Tips & Resources Ways to Reduce your Air-Conditioning Usage When you decide to turn on the air-conditioner it will run most efficiently if: The refrigeration system is maintained and in good order. Ducting is well insulated and kept clean (check your ducting for...
by Evan | Aug 18, 2016 | Emissions Reduction, House and Garden, Tips & Resources
Stories from Our Biosphere Use Solar for Your Hot Water If your home is fitted with a solar hot water system that should meet all of your hot water needs. The energy in the sun is converted to heat and this makes the water hot. Your tank will then have up to 260L of...