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Decisions about the things we buy can move us toward, or away from, being sustainable. Thinking about things like the amount of resources used, how efficient the goods are and their lifecycle can help us make more environmentally friendly purchases. How can we reconfigure our retail filters to include our environmental responsibilities?
Avoid Products with Excessive Packaging
Give priority to purchasing unpackaged products and work towards a more sustainable planet. more »
Buy Fairtrade Food and Products
Buying Fairtrade products is a good way to have an impact beyond your localised area. Through buying fairtrade we are acknowledging and assisting global issues such as poverty ... more »
Buy Paper and Wood Responsibly
Help make the harvesting of the world's forests environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable. Buy Forest Stewardship Council certified timber and wood products. more »
Purchase Recycled Goods
From toilet paper to chairs, jackets to dog leads, there are products made from recycled products that are great quality, so recycle when you buy. more »
Tune your Shopping Radar to the Environment
Become aware of the environmental implications of your consumption, and purchase those goods that have the least impact on our environment. more »
Use Non-Toxic Cleaners
Common cleaning products, disinfectants, and air fresheners are creating a toxic environment at home. Try the natural alternatives and live longer. more »