Environmental sustainability is all about maintaining a healthy environment that can support the way we live. The way we are currently using non-renewable sources of energy and treating our environment is having a major impact on our planet, and will not be able to continue to sustain life. Many of you are already working hard to ensure that you have as little impact on the planet, and the people around you, as possible.There are heaps of ways we can take action and make sure we are having as little negative impact on our environment as possible, especially around the house.

Quick Facts

• Australian's produce an average of one tonne of rubbish per person every year, making us the second highest producer of waste after the USA.
   
• You could save around $100 a year if you use the sun to dry your clothes instead of a clothes dryer, not to mention the greenhouse gas emissions you could prevent!
   
• You can save up to 10% off your energy bill by turning off your appliances at the wall when you are not using them.                                                                                                                                                                                    
• Showers use an average of 12 litres of water per minute – imagine how much water [and money] you could save over a year if you showered just a few minutes less each time!

helpful links

	Sustainability Tips Heaps of tips to make a positive impact on the planet, at home and in your community.
	Energy Rating Chose household products that help reduce greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate damage.
	Planet Ark Find out about how you can help Planet Ark's environmental campaigns, including recycling, reducing plastic bag use and heaps more.
	Sustainable Gardening Australia Find out how to become a 'Green Gardener' and garden sustainably.
	Recycling Near You Find out what and where you can recycle in your local area. The Sustainables 10 Things you can do around the house to help save the planet. Energy Efficiency Evaluate your energy use in each room of your house. Green Power Choose to use Green Power, a renewable source of energy, in your house. Water Wise Tips to reduce water wastage in your home and garden.