Plastic Free July may be done and dusted, but that doesn't mean you need to stop your efforts. We've got a guest post from Wellingtonians Hannah Blumhardt and Liam Prince, who for the last 18 months have been living without a rubbish bin, and even limit their recycling. These are the pair's tips on ridding yourself of plastic.
Read MoreThis week's Home Tip is from a friend of the Trust, funeral director Fiona King. King is an advocate of natural burials and you can learn a bit more about her views by listening to her TedX Talk on YouTube.
Read MoreWatch a video of Samantha McAllister's story - she was able to get cheap insulation to improve her family's health.
Read MoreHow To Curate A Sustainable Wardrobe On A Shoestring. 1) Think about how to make your garments work for you. 2) Rethink your definition of the 'wardrobe' 3) Shop the Well Made Clothes sale. 4) Choose versatile basics. 5) Don't rush into it.
Read MoreThe world’s first CarbonZero certified zoo is taking the next step to further reducing carbon emissions by installing 48 new solar panels.
Read MoreAnother 520 Wellington families have warmer, healthier homes thanks to Sustainability Trust’s Curtain Bank. The Wellington Curtain Bank has provided free, fitted curtains to families around the region for the past six years.
Read MoreIt’s nothing new. Wellington flats can be cold, damp and miserable. Meet Lea who has just flown in from France. Hear her view on Wellington housing and her hacks on how to stay warm in an uninsulated flat.
Read MoreOur kids will be the beneficiaries of decisions we're making now and also the ones who will be the main saviours or polluters over the next century. So how do we guide our children to help ensure our planet's sustainability for future generations?
Read MoreDroughts are an increasing concern during the summer months, even in Wellington, and it is important to be careful with water usage well before water bans are enforced.
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