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Goods and food often make up over 50% of an individual’s and home’s ecological footprint. There are also environmental issues associated with food and goods production relating to resource use (including land use, water use and mineral extraction), hazardous and/or toxic ingredients, production waste and post-consumer waste.
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Goods in the home
There are a multitude of sustainable practices relating to goods consumption outlined in this section, click on the links below for more information.
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Clothes and shoes
Choosing sustainable options when shopping for clothes and shoes is is a complex and difficult process because of the range of factors. We provide a guide to help you. Read more»
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Cleaning and laundry
Cleaning helps improves the performance, efficiency and longevity of most items. Cleaning also reducing a variety of health costs, but cleanings can also pollute the air and water. Read more»
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Gardening
Growing your own fruit and vegetables will help the environment, and your health. But gardeners can create environmental problems by using synthetic pesticides and herbicides. Read more»
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Cosmetics and personal care products
These products are often made from synthetic, sometimes toxic, ingredients. The best options are made from natural, renewable ingredients with minimal, recyclable packaging. Read more»
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Furniture and furnishings
Making environmentally smart choices for the furnishing of your home or office can make a big difference to your impact on the planet as well as your health. Read more»
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DIY products
Consider the environmental effects of DIY products such as paints, strippers, glues, wood stains, wood preservatives, varnishes and solvents. Read more»
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