Week 46 - 17 November 2009
I resolve to buy and use natural pest-control products and remedies to reduce the amount of chemicals to which both the environment and I are exposed.
Week 45 - 10 November 2009
I resolve to keep unwanted items out of landfill by participating in one of the Big Aussie Swap parties happening around the country this week.
Week 44 - 3 November 2009
I resolve to take a punt on the Recycle Right Quiz this Melbourne Cup Day.
Week 43 - 28 October 2009
I resolve to sign my workplace up to the Friday File Fling and help increase re-use and recycling of office paper.
Week 42 - 19 October 2009
I resolve to grow some of my own food to become more self-sufficient and reconnect with nature.
Week 41 - 13 October 2009
I resolve to get on my bike and ride to replace some of my car trips which will reduce air and noise pollution.
Week 40 - 6 October 2009
I resolve to encourage the attitude of "reduce, reuse, recycle" within my family, colleagues or friendship group to help others embrace a sustainable lifestyle.
Week 39 - 30 September 2009
I resolve to walk, ride, use public transport and car-pool as much as possible to reduce my transport related greenhouse gas emissions.
Week 38 - 22 September 2009
I resolve to investigate installing solar panels on my roof to fuel my household energy requirements and reduce my reliance on coal-powered energy.
Week 37 - 15 September 2009
I resolve to investigate avenues for disposal of items not collected or recyclable through my council clean-up, to divert as much as possible from landfill.
Week 36 - 8 September 2009
I resolve to cut down paper, not trees, by switching from paper-based to online communications for my financial correspondence wherever possible.
Week 35 - 1 September 2009
I resolve to use more natural cleaning methods to reduce the amount of synthetic chemicals to which both the environment and I are exposed.
Week 34 - 25 August 2009
I resolve to factor durability and efficiency into my next electronic purchase decision so it doesn't need short-term replacing and is designed to require minimal energy and water.
Week 33 - 18 August 2009
I resolve to buy more second-hand items to reduce my consumption of raw materials.
Week 32 - 11 August 2009
I resolve to investigate options for reducing the impact of my car on the environment, to reduce my greenhouse gas emissions.
Week 31 - 4 August 2009
I resolve to investigate switching my super, shares and investments to ethical funds to ensure that my money is working for a better future.
Week 30 - 28 July 2009
I resolve to fit energy saving compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) and replace down-lights with energy-efficient light emitting diode lamps (LEDs) to reduce my energy consumption.
Week 29 - 21 July 2009
I resolve to no longer accept and dispose of a single use cup when I get my take-away coffee or tea.
Week 28 - 14 July 2009
I resolve to investigate signing up to a GreenPower accredited renewable energy supplier to support the development of renewable energy technology such as wind and solar.
Week 27 - 7 July 2009
I resolve to remember to take reusable bags with me to the supermarket and shopping centre, and to use them!
Week 26 - 30 June 2009
I resolve to keep warm and cosy this Winter without warming the planet too!
Week 25 - 23 June 2009
I resolve to buy Australian sparkling mineral water instead of imported varieties.
Week 23 - 10 June 2009
I resolve to buy more items in bulk to reduce packaging and waste less money.
Week 22 - 6 June 2009
I resolve to plant a tree on National Tree Day (Sunday 2nd August) to fight climate change and increase food and habitat for local wildlife.
Week 21 - 27 May 2009
I resolve to switch to natural body care products to reduce the amount of synthetic chemicals to which both the environment and I are exposed.
Week 20 - 19 May 2009
I resolve to investigate supporting a green organisation by donating my money or time.
Week 19 - 13 May 2009
I resolve to support a ban on single use plastic checkout bags.
Week 18 - 6 May 2009
I resolve to find ways to reduce the amount of food waste I throw into the garbage.
Week 17 - 28 April 2009
I resolve to use recycled office paper for my printer and copier (at home and at work) to save trees, water and energy.
Week 16 - 20 April 2009
I resolve to recycle all my printer cartridges with Planet Ark to keep these resources out of landfill.
Week 15 - 14 April 2009
I resolve to shop locally (so I travel less) and buy locally produced goods (so they travel less) to reduce my overall contribution to greenhouse gas emissions.
Week 14 - 7 April 2009
I resolve to reduce my meat intake by one meal a week to reduce the impact of my lifestyle on the environment.
Week 13 - 31 March 2009
I resolve to look for credible eco-labelling on products I buy to ensure that they are produced sustainably.
Week 12 - 24 March 2009
I resolve to reduce my electricity consumption by 10% over the next quarter (compared to the same period last year).
Week 11 - 18 March 2009
I resolve to take one less flight this year to reduce my individual carbon emissions. If I have to fly, I resolve to offset my carbon emissions.
Week 10 - 16 March 2009
I resolve to attend a community education seminar in my area within the next few months to increase my knowledge about sustainable practices.
Week 9 - 3 March 2009
I resolve to use online e-cards, or buy charity greeting cards - and recycle those I receive and do not wish to keep.
Week 8 - 23 February 2009
I resolve to use paper wisely to reduce my consumption and save resources.
Week 7 - 17 February 2009
I resolve to give my unwanted items a second chance at life to keep them out of landfill and preserve our precious resources.
Week 6 - 10 February 2009
I resolve to re-think the items I buy habitually, choosing fewer over-packaged or disposable products, so I can reduce the amount of packaging I throw out.
Week 5 - 3 February 2009
I resolve to become a champion for sustainability by helping my child's school, or my workplace, to become more sustainable.
Week 4 - 27 January 2009
I resolve to find alternatives to plastic fresh produce bags provided at the grocery store - to reduce the number of single use plastic bags I consume.
Week 3 - 20 January 2009
I resolve to make my next party eco-friendly to conserve resources and promote sustainability to my friends and family.
Week 2 - 13 January 2009
I resolve to get outside, away from the traffic, and enjoy nature.
Week 1 - 6 January 2009
I resolve to use my home recycling correctly and to find drop-off locations for items that can't be recycled at home