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In the guide below, we list potential sustainability tips for schools. These tips cover not only classrooms, but other aspects of schools too. This guide may complement a separate guide we put together regarding potential sustainability tips specifically for students.   1. Consider Teaching The Basics Of Sustainability Within Classes  The basic principles of sustainability … Read more

In the guide below, we list and explain potential sustainability tips for students. These tips might be applicable to school students, college and university students, and also students engaging in other types of study. This guide may complement a separate guide we put together with potential sustainability tips for schools.   1. Minimize Food Waste … Read more

In the guide below, we list some potential sustainability tips for employees. We cover working at home, commuting to and from work, sustainable practices at work, and more.   1. Enquire With Your Employer If Working Remotely Is An Option Some work roles may be more suited to working from home and working remotely than … Read more

In this guide, we identify potential sustainability tips in the workplace. We identify some of the main types of workplaces, and what the different sustainability considerations in these workplaces might be.   Firstly, What Are Some Of The Main Types Of Workplaces To Consider? There’s obviously a range of different workplaces. Each different workplace has … Read more

In this guide, we consider what the impact of Black Friday and Cyber Monday might be across various aspects of sustainability. We look at how these shopping events might impact the environment and resource use, and also the economy. We also briefly consider the potential impact on other aspects of society. Lastly, we consider how … Read more

In this guide, we list & explain some potential sustainability tips for the home. We cover energy/electricity, water use, waste, food, building design, & more.   1. Consider Using A Sustainable Energy Supplier Some energy suppliers might use energy sources that are sustainable in some way, or engage in more sustainable energy practices, such as … Read more

In the guide below, we list and explain potential sustainability tips for the office. We cover energy, lighting, going paperless, and more. This guide may complement other guides we’ve put together on general ways businesses might be more sustainable, and also other potential sustainable business practices.    1. Go Electronic/Paperless Where Possible It may be … Read more

In the guide below, we list some potential tips for a more sustainable wedding. We cover different aspects of wedding planning and the wedding day itself, such as invitations, the venue, dresses and outfits, gifts, decorations, the honeymoon, & more.   1. Consider Whether You Want Or Need A Traditional Wedding Non traditional weddings can … Read more

Below is a list of potential sustainability tips for a greener Christmas. We’ve covered tips for Christmas cards, trees, presents/gifts and wrapping, decorations, lights, food, & more.   1. Consider More Sustainable Christmas Cards Every year, millions of Christmas cards are used and sent (via post) all over many countries. Many of these cards will … Read more

Below is a short list of potential sustainability tips for a greener halloween. We’ve covered tips for costumes, decorations, pumpkins, treats and candies, & more.   1. Wear A Pre-Worn Costume Instead Of A New One Instead of buying a new costume every year, it may be more sustainable to wear a pre-worn costume. There … Read more