We’ve had some recent discussions about the problems those renting face when trying to make their home more sustainable. In response, we’re lucky to have a guest blog from Claire Benge, the Wellington City Council Eco Design Advisor. Claire has a lot of experience helping out renters and has some great advice for those trying to make rental properties warmer and more energy efficient:
I’ve been gorging myself on the films on offer at The New Zealand International Film Festival and I was lucky enough to catch the documentary ‘Garbage Warrior’ a few nights ago. I wasn’t quite sure what to expect settling down in the darkened theatre with a mixed bag of suits, students and hippies around me, but very soon I was pleased by my decision.
Matthew Luxon and Waveney Warth, who are attempting to live for one year while creating as little rubbish as possible, have contributed this blog on their top five tips for rubbish reduction. Their ‘Rubbish Free Year’ challenge is a great way to highlight the simple changes ordinary households can make to reduce their rubbish, and their inspiring story combines concern for the environment with good old fashioned kiwi ingenuity:
Our latest guest blog comes from Sonya Olykan, Acting Secretary and Project Coordinator for the Railtrail Trust, with a great update on the awesome things that are happening down in Christchurch:
As the winter nights get shorter and colder, I’ve started to notice that my power bill is rising almost as fast as the temperature is dropping! All that extra energy use can really start to add up and I also saw recently that there has been a call for New Zealanders to try and save more power.
Hello everyone. First off I just wanted to say ‘hi’ and introduce myself. My name is Andrew and I’m the new friendly face around here (in a manner of speaking).
This is the last blog I’ll write for www.sustainability.govt.nz, which leaves me a bit sad. I’ve really enjoyed sharing my thoughts and chatting with you guys on the forums. I’ve met some pretty cool people and have learned a lot.
This blog was sent to me by Caron Greenough, a Senior Transportation Planner based in Auckland.
My power bill last month was $37.46. I don’t think that I live in a particularly hermit-like fashion – I shower daily, I cook regularly, I don’t have a TV, but I do spend too much time online, so I think that cancels out not having a telly.
This was sent to me by Sam MacDonald from Greymouth who attended the Youth Environment Forum in Wellington, April 28 - May 1.
