We all want to live a more environmentally sustainable lifestyle, but not everyone knows where to begin.
You don’t have to be a fanatical environmentalist to make an impact. There are many changes that you can make daily to live more sustainable. Most of these ideas are simple to implement, cost little to no money and can have a huge impact on the environment and our natural resources. Start today! Save Tomorrow!
REDUCE ENERGY
Switch to GreenPower
Install solar panels
Install a solar hot water system
Use energy-efficient whitegoods
Use energy-efficient light globes
Insulate walls and ceiling
Tint windows and get window shutters, awnings or blinds
Turn appliances off at the wall
REDUCE, RE-USE AND RECYCLE
Buy products made from recycled materials or with recyclable or reusable packaging
Use a basket, backpack, box or reusable shopping bag
Buy second hand products
Choose durable and reusable items rather than disposable ones
Carry your own water bottle
Recycle your mobile phone, don’t throw it in the bin
SAVE WATER
Take shorter showers
Convert to a water efficient shower head
Install a dual flush toilet or fit a water saving device to your cistern.
Use a water efficient washing machine
Sweep your driveway instead of hosing
Use a waterless car wash or one that recycles water and uses high-pressure cleaning units
If washing car by hand, use a bucket instead of a hose
FOOD
Buy locally grown
Eat organic
Purchase seasonal fruit & veggies
Eat less meat
IN THE GARDEN
Grow your own produce
Composting & mulching
Install a greywater system
Collect rainwater using buckets or a tank
Sweep & rake instead of hosing
TRAVEL AND TRANSPORT
Drive your car less
Carpool
Take public transport
Walk or ride a bike
Travel on planes less