5 Tips for a Sustainable Lifestyle
Author: Parramatta Square
Date: 2nd Mar 2023
We’re often encouraged to make sustainable choices and reduce our impact on the planet, but how can one individual create so much change? Every action counts so here are five examples of where you can start to make a more sustainable choice.
1. Walk or Bike to Your Destination
Carbon emissions are having a negative impact on all parts of the world. Every time you drive, your car contributes emissions; even short trips contribute significantly. Instead of driving to work, consider walking or taking your bike. In fact, Parramatta Square tenants can enjoy state-of-the-art our End of Trip facilities to address all their convenience needs. This can cut down your impact, and your petrol expenses, and allow you to save the car and its emissions for longer trips.
2. Waste Less Food
Food for thought: we throw away 1/3 of all the food we purchase. Check expiry dates before purchasing to make sure you can consume the food item in time. Store food correctly to increase their shelf life. Try meal-planning a week in advance Consider composting where you can if you have food waste.
3. Skip The Plastic
Plastic usually ends up in landfill or impacting the environment negatively in other ways. Many types of plastic, especially plastic bags, end up in our oceans. Whilst reusable plastic items are better than disposable, using other materials, like metal or bamboo, is even better because they can break down when you are finally finished with them. Skip plastic wherever you can.
4. Be Energy Efficient
Most of us take energy for granted and don't notice how much we use at home. Make sure you turn off lights and electronics when not in use, and use dishwasher, laundry and drying machines when you have a full load. If possible, air dry your laundry instead of using the drying machine. It's important to conserve electricity where we can.
5. Conserve Water
Stop wasteful water practices in your home. When you brush your teeth, turn off the water while you brush. When you wash dishes, fill the sink, then turn off the water while you scrub. Find areas where you are using water when you don’t need to and make changes to stop the waste.
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