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Now that you know your carbon fooprint, let’s explore some helpful tips and tricks you can do to help improve your carbon fooprint in the home category.
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Comfortably conscious

Every degree counts, so set your air conditioner to 25 to 27°C for cooling in summer, and your heater to 18 to 20°C for warming in winter.
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Unplug it

Save on your electricity bill by switching off appliances and devices at the power outlet when they’re not in use.
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Make the switch

Try LED lights, they use 75% less energy than old units and can last up to 10 times longer.
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Now that you know your carbon fooprint, let’s explore some helpful tips and tricks you can do to help improve your carbon fooprint in the travel category.
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Travel together

Get cosy with car-pooling. It’s a great option if you’re travelling to the same place as others.
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Go the distance

For shorter trips, leave the car at home and consider walking, cycling, or using public transport.
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Drive greener

Consider an electric vehicle. Take advantage of the latest green technology and contribute to cleaner roads in the future.
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Now that you know your carbon fooprint, let’s explore some helpful tips and tricks you can do to help improve your carbon fooprint in the lifestyle category.
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Can you dig it?

Create a sustainable garden, grow your own vegetables and plant native species. Start composting food scraps or put them in your food and garden waste bin.
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Shop smarter

Buy second-hand clothes from op shops, or learn to repair damaged clothing and items before buying new ones.
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Power down

Make time every week to log out and switch off. Play boardgames, start a book club and get creativite without screens – good for your health and your energy bill.
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