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february 2007
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Stacy & Craig like to do it at home
They...
- insulate their house for heating and cooling
- use natural light
- collect water from the rooftop
- make the switch to accredited GreenPower electricity
- share stuff with neighbours and family
- sun dry clothes and undies
Energy use in homes creates around 20% of Australia's total annual greenhouse gas pollution.
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Peter likes to do it getting around"I ride my bike to work in the suburbs 4 out of 5 days per week, and shop by bike when I can.
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Teresa likes to do it anywhere"I watch the TV in the dark.
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Amanda likes to do it in the garden"I bought a greywater recycling hose at the hardware store to connect to the washing machine so I can water the garden without buckets. Its really easy to install and works a treat.