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Urban Planning: Going Green

Hello, my name is Paul and on this blog, I would like to discuss the ways in which good urban planning can help to generate green energy while also helping to protect the environment. I will admit that I wasn't really up to speed on these topics until I decided to build a new home on a large estate just outside of Sydney. I knew how I wanted the place to look, but I didn't realise that by choosing materials carefully, I could cut my energy bills and my carbon footprint. Thankfully, I was working with a fantastic consultant who guided me through the entire process.

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Creating a Weed-Free Sanctuary: Three Tips for Weed Management on Your Rural House Block

31 August 2017
 Categories: Environmental, Blog

The Australian dream for many rural families is a country home on a big block, surrounded by beautiful natural vegetation. In many areas, however, salinity, erosion, clearing and degradation have left land that's incapable of natural regeneration. If you want to reinstate the natural habitat on your rural house block, the first step is weed management. Weed detection If you don't have previous experience identifying weeds, or if you are new to the area and don't recognise local weeds, it is vital for your revegetation practice to begin by detecting and controlling weeds on your block. Read More …

Top 3 Reasons to Consider a Solar Water Heater for Your Home

28 August 2017
 Categories: , Blog

Thinking about investing in a solar hot water system for your home? If you're an eco-conscious homeowner, installing a solar water heating system can be a great way to cut your monthly energy costs while reducing your home's overall carbon footprint, especially if you live in an area known for year-round sunny weather. Solar water heaters are among the most efficient water heating systems available for both commercial and residential properties. Read More …

Off the Grid: How a Bore Well Can Lower Your Bills

22 August 2017
 Categories: Environmental, Blog

The cost of living is skyrocketing across the western world - and utility bills are no exception to that rule.  While many households are making adjustments to try and keep these bills down, switching to energy-efficient light-bulbs and taking quicker showers, there's only so much you can do to bring the cost down on your own.  In order to really make an impact on your utility costs, you may wish to look at getting your utilities from alternate sources. Read More …

2 Critical Environmental Benefits of Skip Bin Hire

18 August 2017
 Categories: Environmental, Blog

If you are contemplating hiring a skip bin for your rubbish removal, you should look forward to a hassle-free process, with no worries about having to ask your friends to help out, find a vehicle to haul away your rubbish, or make trips to the tipping facility. But there is a much bigger reason why you should opt for skip bin hire service — it is good for the environment. Given that human beings have been harming the environment they live in in different ways for several years, any effort geared towards environmental protection is highly welcomed. Read More …

3 Common Mistakes Involving Household Fire Extinguishers And How To Avoid Them

4 August 2017
 Categories: Environmental, Blog

The threat of a house fire is a common fear for many Australian homeowners. Every year, a large number of people are injured or perish in house fires and entire homes are destroyed. One of the vital keys to preventing fires is to have fire extinguishers in your home to quickly and efficiently put fires out before they rage out of control. However, simply having a fire extinguisher in your home isn't enough. Read More …