Sustainable Practice Resources
This page provides links to New Zealand websites with useful information and resources on sustainability topics, and how to be sustainable.
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Climate Change
Information from the Ministry for the Environment about climate change and tips on how you can help protect the climate:
Climate Change Solutions website
Sustainability in New Zealand
Find out about sustainability in New Zealand:
Ecobob - Making Eco Living Easy website
Carbon Footprint Calculators
Calculate your own carbon footprint:
Eco-Calculator - Wa$ted website
Building
The Ministry for the Environment website has information on building waste and case studies demonstrating the benefits of effective waste management.
Useful guidelines and advice on sourcing sustainable materials:
Reducing Building and Material Wastes - REBRI website
Homes
Sustainable Building - Wellington Case Studies
Business
The New Zealand Sustainable Business Network helps business owners learn about their options and how they can benefit.
The Sustainable Business Network website
Energy
The Home Energy Advice Centre provides free, impartial advice on energy efficient options for your home to help you save money and protect the environment.
Volunteer Projects
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