Eco news and stories

A good way of cutting down waste is by replacing single-use disposable items with reusable items that have a longer lifespan. Here are six key items we recommend for your home.

We’d all like to lower our electricity bills, both to save money and to save the environmental cost associated with electricity generation. But where to start?

It has been incredible to see how swiftly nations leapt to action in the face of the COVID-19 crisis. Governments shut down everything from borders to their own economies in a race to prevent the spread of the virus.

Designing an eco-friendly garden is a great way to support New Zealand’s native plants and birds. While there are some general ways to be eco-friendly, here are a few gardening tips that will integrate your garden with New Zealand’s ecosystem.

Growing your own herbs and vegetables is a very rewarding experience. It gets you outside, gives you a sense of accomplishment, and provides a healthy, renewable food source for you and your family.

While we can reduce our food waste footprint by composting, we can also cook and eat in a more sustainable way.

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.

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