Welcome
Welcome to Issue 7 of Living Sustainably, which contains news and resources from sustainability programs within partnerships, local government, businesses, community groups, non-government organisations, and the Department of Environment and Climate Change NSW (DECC).
Who Cares About Water and Climate Change in 2007?
The NSW community's concern over climate change has doubled over 12 months according to new research released by the Department of Environment and Climate Change NSW (DECC). More >
Sustainable Schools NSW launched
A web portal supporting government and non-government schools across NSW to undertake environmental projects that embed sustainability activities into curriculum and community participation, is up and running. More >
Sustainable business podcast series launched
The Department of Environment and Climate Change NSW (DECC) Sustainability Advantage program is proud to launch a podcast series featuring global sustainable business expert, Dr Bob Willard. More >
Make yours a green home
Project home buyers are able to make more informed choices to reduce their impact on the environment with the launch of the
Your Home Buyers Guide in December 2007 in Sydney.
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Environmental costs of bottled water
Australians bought 250 million litres of bottled water in 2006 which produced approximately 60 000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions. More >
Composting for a healthy earth
International Composting Awareness Week (ICAW) is on again this year from the 4 -10 May 2008 with the theme of telling the story of compost - how compost is made, where compost is applied, and compost's contribution to environmental sustainability. More >
Free training kit for managing liquids available
Any liquid - from milk to oils to hazardous chemicals - has the potential to damage the environment. More >
Operation Bluetongue
Operation Bluetongue is giving recently arrived migrants and refugees a chance to understand Australia's unique biodiversity and provide actions individuals can take to protect the environment, as well as take part in a 'hands on' eco-field trip. More >