Thoughtful Reuse
A Second-Hand Appliance Needs a Safety Check Before a Place at Home
Before bringing home a second-hand electrical appliance, check its identity, recall status and condition, and know when a competent inspection is needed.
USE · REPAIR · REPEAT
Make the things you already own work a little longer.
Practical steps towards a less wasteful everyday home. Explore focused guides, useful examples and questions worth asking.
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Everyday Waste
Where Does Compostable Packaging Actually Go?
Read compostable packaging claims alongside the required composting conditions and your local collection rules before choosing a disposal bin.
Less Waste at Home
Borrowing a Tool Works Better With a Return Condition
Make borrowing tools practical by agreeing their condition, permitted use and return arrangement before the project starts.
Practical Sustainability
A Rechargeable Battery Needs the Right Charger and an End-of-Life Plan
Match rechargeable batteries to a compatible charger, keep their identity clear, and plan appropriate collection when they reach the end of use.
Everyday Home
Plan the Drying Space Before Starting Another Load of Laundry
Match the next laundry load to the drying space you actually have, using sensible spacing, ventilation and garment-care instructions.
Practical Sustainability
A Refill Shop Works Best When You Arrive With a Container Plan
Prepare containers, understand tare weight and buy quantities you will use so a first visit to a refill shop is practical rather than confusing.