Tag: Sustainability
Next Gen: More companies join ACT solar battery program
Six solar battery installers have joined the ACT Government’s Next Gen program, one of the largest rollouts of solar batteries in the world.
9 ways to celebrate Christmas sustainably this year
As sustainability becomes a greater concern for many shoppers and conscious consumers continue to emerge, leading parcel delivery service CouriersPlease (CP) has found simple ways that Aussies can celebrate Christmas sustainably this year.
Sustainable gifting: good for the planet
It was a sad day when we realised glitter wasn’t good for the planet and maybe we should let go of the traditional Christmas paper. But never fear, there is so much...
Minister welcomes ‘right to repair’ issues paper
The Productivity Commission will investigate consumers’ ability to have faulty goods repaired at competitive prices.
Canberra’s Zero Waste Festival is back for 2020
Looking for some tips to cut down your waste, learn more about recycling or do a DIY workshop on upcycling pieces for your indoor décor? Then the 2020 Zero Waste Festival is calling your name.
Monster’s going vego for a year
Beloved Canberra restaurant Monster Kitchen and Bar at Ovolo Nishi has announced it will go vegetarian for a year from November.
The announcement forms part of Ovolo Hotel’s launch of the ‘Year...
Recycled roads pave the way at Ginninderry
Construction of Ginninderry Stage 2 has kicked off and the project is making waves in the eco-friendly sphere through a recycled road construction initiative.
Landfill emissions to power Canberra homes
Around 5,700 Canberra homes will be supplied with electricity from new landfill gas generators that opened this week at Mugga Lane Tip.
Country Road re-opens ‘green’ Canberra Centre store
Country Road has unveiled its new-look store in the Canberra Centre, boasting some impressive green credentials.
How the search for the ‘perfect red’ spawned environmentally conscious lipstick
Canberran Karen Green has long been on the hunt for the perfect red lipstick.
Federal recycling overhaul to benefit ACT
The ACT Government is hopeful recent recycling funding commitments from the Federal Government will generate local jobs and build waste management infrastructure in the Territory.
Reusable coffee cups slowly return to Canberra cafés
As COVID-19 restrictions continue to ease Canberra’s cafés have begun accepting reusable cups again, albeit under strict protocols around cleanliness.