Resources
Are you looking for more information or resources to make your lifestyle or business even more sustainable? We’ve collated these resources for each of the Ways To Switch to help you learn more!
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We’ve also collated resources for each of the Ways to Switch so you can learn more about how to live more sustainably. Browse the tabs below to read more.
Low Energy Building
Energy
What is renewable energy?
About the Renewable Energy Target
Exploring alternative sources of energy in Western Australia
How Does Solar Work? | Department of Energy
Solar Energy Facts | Technology
Wind energy - Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA)
Wind Energy Facts
Bioenergy / Energy from waste - Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA)
Water
How to be waterwise
Perth Waterwise Action Plan
Desalination Plants, Process and How it Works
Water Forever 50 Year Plan
Water sensitive urban design - Stormwater design considerations
Stormwater management manual
Be groundwater wise
Urban water management
Water sensitive urban design - Rainwater storage and reuse systems
Water quality maintenance of the rainwater collection and storage WHO Sanitary Inspection Forms
Urban WaterGuide - Building sustainable and resilient cities
9 years at the CRC for Water Sensitive Cities
Waste
General Waste Reduction & Recycling
Reducing Waste
Waste Management Problems In Australia and Innovative Implementations
The Top Innovations in Waste-To-Energy Technology
E-waste recycling
Cleanaway Recycling Behaviours Report
Online Stores
Composting and Worm Farms
Food
What Are Food Miles? | Connect4Climate
Sustainable food systems: Concept and framework
Global food losses and food waste
Grow Your Own Food
What Is Urban Gardening And Importance Of Urban Gardening - Gardening Tips And Tricks
The Benefits of Barefoot Gardening - Homesteaders of America
Hydroponics: How It Works, Benefits & How to Get Started (foodrevolution.org)
Vertical Gardening - A Beginners Guide in 2022 (greenroofguide.com)
How To Make Inexpensive Hydroponic System and Start Hydroponics Garden At Home
Transport
Five Councils Championing Sustainable Transport
Sustainable Commuting Solutions
Three companies which support sustainable commutes
How to Encourage Sustainable Commuting in the Workplace
How to Help Your Staff Commute Sustainably
How to make your commute more sustainable
Ever considered an E-Bike?
Seven Ways to Encourage Sustainable Commuting in Your Workplace
Sustainable Commuting: Results from a Social Approach and International Evidence on Carpooling
Business
Low Energy Building
Energy
Water
Waste
Food
Transport
Business
Ethical Investment
Emissions Calculators
Low Energy Building
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Powering your new house for less
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NatHERs
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NABERs
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Your Home
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Josh’s House – 10 star energy efficient house
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Choosing household appliances
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Energy Rating Label
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Get off gas – Save money by going all electric
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Check this video to draught proof your house
Energy
What is renewable energy?
About the Renewable Energy Target
Exploring alternative sources of energy in Western Australia
How Does Solar Work? | Department of Energy
Solar Energy Facts | Technology
Wind energy – Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA)
Wind Energy Facts
Bioenergy / Energy from waste – Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA)
Water
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How to be waterwise
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Perth Waterwise Action Plan
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Desalination Plants, Process and How it Works
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Water Forever 50 Year Plan
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Water sensitive urban design – Stormwater design considerations
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Stormwater management manual
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Be groundwater wise
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Urban water management
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Water sensitive urban design – Rainwater storage and reuse systems
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Water quality maintenance of the rainwater collection and storage WHO Sanitary Inspection Forms
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Urban WaterGuide – Building sustainable and resilient cities
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9 years at the CRC for Water Sensitive Cities
WasteGeneral Waste Reduction & Recycling
Reducing Waste
Waste Management Problems In Australia and Innovative Implementations
The Top Innovations in Waste-To-Energy Technology
E-waste recycling
Cleanaway Recycling Behaviours Report
Online Stores
Composting and Worm Farms
FoodWhat Are Food Miles? | Connect4Climate
Sustainable food systems: Concept and framework
Global food losses and food waste
Grow Your Own Food
What Is Urban Gardening And Importance Of Urban Gardening – Gardening Tips And Tricks
The Benefits of Barefoot Gardening – Homesteaders of America
Hydroponics: How It Works, Benefits & How to Get Started (foodrevolution.org)
Vertical Gardening – A Beginners Guide in 2022 (greenroofguide.com)
How To Make Inexpensive Hydroponic System and Start Hydroponics Garden At Home
TransportFive Councils Championing Sustainable Transport
Sustainable Commuting Solutions
Three companies which support sustainable commutes
How to Encourage Sustainable Commuting in the Workplace
How to Help Your Staff Commute Sustainably
How to make your commute more sustainable
Ever considered an E-Bike?
Seven Ways to Encourage Sustainable Commuting in Your Workplace
Sustainable Commuting: Results from a Social Approach and International Evidence on Carpooling
BusinessEthical InvestmentEmissions Calculators
Other Ways to Switch
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