Thanks to everyone who stopped to chat with the volunteers from Sustainable Homes Action Group and Go Renewable Energy Group at the Woodend Community Farmers’ Market on Saturday 7th October.
We were exploring the level of interest in electrifying home heating and hot water and the obstacles to electrification.
Read MoreNot sure what “net zero emissions” means? Want to know how you can impact climate change?
Project Drawdown has produced an excellent series of 6 videos, ranging from 10-25 minutes, explaining where we can have the most impact on climate.
This is a thought-provoking series, highly recommended for anyone starting out on the road to sustainability.
Read MoreWith 26% of people across all housing types unable to stay warm at least half of the time during winter, this article, published by The Conversation, contains some practical advice regarding efficient use of energy within the home, and how to keep warm in these cold winter months.
Read MoreThermal imaging cameras detect areas of heat loss and unwanted heat gain, and allow you to make changes, many of them low or no cost, that will make your home more comfortable and save energy and money.
Read MoreA few weeks ago, the IPCC released a report titled, “Climate Change 2022: Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability“. Even though the report focuses on impacts, vulnerabilities and adaptive practices on a global scale, I have tried to derive some adaptation principles that could be applied to the Macedon Ranges.
Read MoreDid you know that 90% of homes in high risk areas are not resilient to bushfire, putting lives, homes and livelihoods at unacceptable risk?
Would you like to learn more about upgrading your home for bushfire resilience?
(Image: Jen Theodore via Unsplash)
Read MoreResilience. It’s a word we’ve heard a lot over the last couple of years and lately, reflecting on the Covid pandemic and the June storms, I’ve been considering the role of our homes in resilience: How do our homes contribute to our resilience? What makes a home resilient? And how does that relate to sustainability?
Read MoreHome energy saving tips such as stopping draughts, LED lighting, heating, windows, energy monitoring, insulation, motion sensor lights, standby power and solar PV.
Read MoreWattwatchers is partnering with MRSG to offer residents and small businesses of the Macedon Ranges and surrounding districts a special offer on their My Energy Marketplace. This is a limited introductory offer for the installation of their energy monitoring device and access to their app and marketplace for 3 years for $199 ex-GST.
Read MoreFor those who are feeling a bit “time poor” at the moment, we’ve posted a selected list of the Climate Zone 7 homes “open” for this year’s Sustainable House Day.
We’ll expand the list as time permits, but please pop over to sustainablehouseday.com to see what’s on offer - and remember to use the maps posted earlier to help you hunt for the homes in Climate Zone 7.
Have a great weekend!
Image: Radiata (Enduring Domain Architecture) via Sustainable House Day
Read MoreRenew’s Sustainable House Day 2020 kicks off tomorrow, Saturday 12 September. Are you ready?
Today we have a “map” to show you where to look for the “treasure”!
Have a great Sustainable House Day, everyone!
Image: N@elladee via Unsplash
Read MoreA recording of a MASH webinar on Solar Battery Systems on 1st September 2020
Read MoreWhat to do, at home with time on your hands? It’s a great opportunity to get stuck into some draughtproofing so your home’s more comfortable and the inevitable winter energy bills don’t hurt so much. In line with Sustainable Homes’ objective of providing practical support, we’ve rounded up a range of online resources to help.
We’ll all be seeing more of our homes over the next few months, so get comfortable!
Image: Matthew Henry on Unsplash
Read MoreShock News: Tetra Paks no longer recyclable in Australia! What will they take from us next?
Read MoreDid you know we throw out 30% more rubbish over Christmas here in Australia? Maybe this year it’s time to make Christmas less wasteful, and here are some good tips to get started.
Read MoreEver wondered what your hairdresser does with all that hair on the salon floor? Read about salons making the shift to minimize their waste and save resources.
Read MoreDear Macedon Ranges Shire Councillors,
I call on you to declare a Climate Emergency as a first step towards meaningful nationwide action on Climate Change.
Read MoreNeed some inspiration to help you eat more veg more often?
In this blog post, Sue Barker, leader of MRSG Sustainable Homes Action Group shares one of her staples: Brussels sprouts, breadcrumbs and parmesan on pasta.
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