Sustainability begins at home:
Household self audit
Complete this questionnaire and learn how sustainably you live,
and what simple changes could enhance your lifestyle.
In our household we
"To dump or not to dump"
No
Sometimes
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Recycle everything there's a recycling program for
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Keep all toxic waste out of the garbage
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Compost garden and kitchen waste
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Don't use disposables (shopping bags, handkerchiefs etc.)
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Repair things that break/wear out: clothes, machines, etc.
"Water is life"
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Fix leaks straight away
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Have low-flow (or no-flush) toilets
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Turn off the tap when unneeded (eg while shampooing)
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Use eco-labelled detergents, shampoos etc.
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Don't flush garbage down the toilet
"Getting a charge"
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Use low-energy appliances
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Keep the heating/cooling system in trim, to save waste
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Adjust our clothes before we adjust room temperature
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Turn off appliances and lights which are not in use
"Ticket to ride"
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Walk, bike or take public transport for everyday needs
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Have a car
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Car-pool and/or coordinate errands to save trips
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Keep the car in trim and drive for maximum fuel efficiency
"Less can be more"
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Eat earth-friendly food (locally grown, organic, little meat)
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Go for eco-labels when buying clothes and appliances
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Borrow and share before buying
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Maintain our house/apartment with eco-labelled paints etc.
"Making a difference"
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Support local groups working for the environment
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Make a living providing goods/services locally
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Take part in community activities
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