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Sustainable Gosford
Sustainable Gosford - strategies for a sustainable lifestyle.
Developed in conjunction with The Natural Strategies Group, this Guide is designed to help Gosford City residents take action to live more sustainably at home and in the community.
The Guide is packed with ideas, tips and inspiration about how small, easy changes can have positive impacts on the environment and your health and wellbeing - and save you money too!
So go on, challenge yourself to take up a new sustainable action today! Find out just how easy it is to work towards creating a sustainable future for ourselves, our children and our children's children.
Climate change actions to reduce our carbon emissions
Locally produced food that is grown in sync with the seasons is fresher, and it doesn't take as much energy to produce it and transport it to you.
By purchasing second-hand goods from an opportunity shop, you are supporting a charity, getting a bargain, and reducing the resources required to satisfy your consumption need ...
With the emergence of peak oil and climate change as hot issues, car makers have been focusing their engineers on fuel efficiency, aerodynamics and hybrid technology. So when ...
Cultivate Energy-Saving Habits
Energy saving habits are easy to learn. Daily behaviours can save resources and money and can reduce your contribution to global warming.
Replace at least one meat meal per week with a vegetarian option. Land used for beans and vegetables produces 10 times as much protein as land used for raising beef.
Install Efficient Appliances and Fixtures
When investing in large household appliances and fixtures, use the government's Energy and Water Ratings (Stars) to guide you to the most efficient, and save money over the lo ...
Insulate, Shade and Weatherproof Your House
Insulating, shading and weather proofing your house can save you up to 45% on your current home energy bills while at the same time increasing the comfort and value of your home ...