Urban Planning: Going Green

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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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Pointers When Using a Rubbish Removal Company

16 August 2023
 Categories: Environmental, Blog

One way to enhance your home is to arrange a clean-up of your unwanted junk by a rubbish removal company. This will make your place feel lighter, neater and more organised. It's better than hiring a skip bin and doing all the work yourself. Here are several pointers when hiring a junk removal business. They Do the Heavy Lifting A rubbish removal service does the lifting and carrying for you, so you don't have to undertake any physical work. Read More …

Top Tips for Effective Office Rubbish Removal

16 March 2022
 Categories: Environmental, Blog

A clean office could be the difference between productivity and laxity in the workplace. Thus, an office manager's job is to ensure the workplace is clean every day by organising timely rubbish removal. Notably, maintaining a spotless workspace becomes effortless with the right rubbish removal strategy. This article highlights critical office rubbish removal tips that will help keep your space spotless. Bins for Every Desk/Room — One common mistake you see in offices regarding rubbish removal is the reliance on one indoor dustbin. Read More …

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 …