Tag Archive: Environment Tips

Aug
30

Save paper Refuse Street Flyers

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August 30, 2010

Street Flyers

Politely refuse flyers that are being handed out on the street.

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May
21

Plant a water-wise garden

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May 21, 2010

indigenous garden

Ask a local garden centre to recommend plants for your garden that require the least watering. These are usually indigenous plants that are well adapted to local weather conditions and require very little special treatment. Find out about your plants watering needs and group those with the same watering needs together. Source: the Enviropaedia

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May
20

Source re-used and recycled gifts

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May 20, 2010

re-used and recycled gifts

Think ‘re-use and recycle’ when sourcing your Christmas and birthday gifts this year. Explore flea markets, antique jewelry and vintage clothing shops for interesting and unique gifts. Instead of being part of a thoughtless and wasteful society that demand all things to be new and shiny, why not give your loved ones creative and original recycled …

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May
13

Audit your home or business

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May 13, 2010

energy audit

Auditing your home is a fantastic way to cut down on household bills. A professional auditing consultant will draw you a map of where you are using the most energy and water, and make recommendations for cutting down on your usage. You can also audit your own home using guidelines set out in the Smart …

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May
12

Buy in bulk

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May 12, 2010

buy in bulk

Rather than purchasing small quantities of household and office products, choose a brand that you like and support, and stock up on larger quantities. Buying in bulk usually works out to be cheaper, and has you running out to the shops less often to restock supplies. It is also more environmentally friendly in that bulk …

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