We own personal vehicles for one simple reason: convenience. With a personal vehicle, it is easier and faster to get to your destination on your own time frame. You save the time you would have spent walking or using public transport, and you save the added cost of a taxi or a rental. Trips can […]

About 30% of waste in New Zealand is food waste. Much of this ends up in landfills where it produces methane instead of naturally decomposing. While we can reduce our food waste footprint by composting, we can also cook and eat in a more sustainable way. By taking the time to consider your cooking and […]

Many households are facing financial pressures as the COVID-19 crisis interrupts the global and local economy. Here are a few ideas for ways to reduce costs while also helping the environment. Drive less Due to social distancing measures, the majority of us have been driving less because we have been working from home, limiting time […]

The threat of COVID-19 has caused many countries across the world to stop what they are doing to reduce transmission of the virus. Besides essential services (the definition of which varies from country to country, even varying between regions within a country), industries have ground to a halt and many individuals have been required to […]

The COVID-19 lockdown has left many of us at loose ends. Whether we’re working from home, grappling with reduced hours or simply trying to distract ourselves, it’s a good time to take up a new at-home hobby or dedicate some time to learning about a topic we care about. Here are five books we recommend […]

There are no two ways about it: COVID-19 is a global disaster. It has impacted human health, livelihoods and the economy. Its impacts can be felt around the world, it has changed the very nature of “normal” life, and these changes will be felt for years to come. COVID-19 and the environment – A (tarnished) […]

Our thoughts are with all Kiwis and trust that you and your family are healthy during lockdown. We can be proud of how the country has responded to this global challenge. Ecotricity began working remotely a week before the lockdown as our directors felt this was best for the team and their families. Covid 19 has […]

The construction industry has a hefty environmental footprint. It generates large volumes of CO2 and waste, and it consumes virgin resources at an alarming rate. While construction is a vital industry that provides buildings for us to live in and supports many human endeavours, much more could be done to ensure that this industry is […]

It is estimated that 1.8 billion consumers globally bought goods online in 2018, amounting to $2.8 trillion in sales. This is expected to reach $4.8 trillion by 2021. The proliferation of online shopping has raised alarm bells for sustainability and has made us question – is online shopping better or worse for a sustainable future? […]

Most networks across NZ are looking to lower distribution costs. This means your power bill will become cheaper. We choose to pass network rates at costs to ensure your power bill is as low as possible. On average, distribution fees equate to 27% of your power bill, so decreasing lines chargers will make a difference […]