Watch online
Home – a climate change documentary
With more than 16 million views, this beautiful documentary about our planet is not to be missed.
Carbon cops
Watch the very popular and entertaining show “Carbon Cops” with real life examples on how to minimise your energy usage. The website also contains fact sheets and an emissions calculator.
Apps
Kill-O-Watts – electricity costs calculator
Identify the top electricity consumers of your home. Click here to try different usage scenarios and find possible savings.
Guides & tips
Guide to Sustainability
Renting a house or flat? Check out this very practical guide for renters. You’ll find great tips at minimal cost on how to be more energy and water efficient in your rented home.
The Greening of Gavin
Gavin, a Melton resident, shares his views on climate change and gives some great tips on gardening too.
Tips for your everyday life
The go-to website for all the questions you have about waste, transport, energy or water.
Articles
Solar Suburb
Did you know that Caroline Springs is in the top 10 Solar Suburbs? Read more here.
Free Services
Old fridges
Do you want to get rid of your old fridge? Check out this social enterprise from the Brotherhood of St Laurence, they pick up your fridge for free and recycle it!
Unusual waste
Not too sure what to do with your batteries, paint, old tyres or other unusual waste? Go to Recycling Near You.
Magazines & Books
“Renew”
To be updated in all things renewable energy, available at your newsagent
“G” magazine
All the tips for your everyday life, with real life experience and practical tips available at your newsagent.
“The CSIRO Home Energy Saving Handbook”
A very easy and comprehensive handbook that will guide you through how to save energy in your home. Available at online retailers, you can also check this link for a peak at the handbook and to download some worksheet.