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How to use Eco-Contribution Tables on homepage

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  • CLICK on blue bars to EXPAND headings (eg. Water, Energy, Home Design, etc).
  • ONCE EXPANDED, click on product & service categories matching your project. Confirm by TICKING 'WILL DO' box on right. The more you select, the better your Eco-Contribution becomes (dispalyed as a bar graph: basic, intermediate, advanced, champion levels).
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  • ENTER YOUR POSTCODE and click 'Search'.
  • SUPPLIER LISTINGS are displayed from the local community.
  • TAG YOUR CHOICES by clicking the 'TAG ME' button beside the listing.
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  • REVIEW your final list of tagged search results.
  • CLICK 'Print' at bottom of page to print, or CLICK 'Save' to save into the system, or CLICK 'Email' to share information with contractors or friends.
  • USE final selection as a project list or a summary for council development applications.
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  WATER EFFICIENCY

WATER EFFICIENCY HOW TO USE TABLE. Categories are listed by increasing cost. The bar graph indicates the relative long-term cost/benefit, ie. "Goodness Factor" based on a subjective comparison. The "I Will DO" box on the RHS will search for your local suppliers & rate your choice.
Category Goodness Factor More Info I Will Do!
FREE from local council & water authorities. Info Guide - WATER Status Bar More Info
Guide $5-$200+.  Behavioural indicator to save water Shower Timer Status Bar More Info
Guide $5+. Aerates & saves water. Tap Restrictors Status Bar More Info
Guide $10-$500+. Allows effective watering. Garden Timer Status Bar More Info
Guide $10-$50+. Effective water delivery. Hose Trigger Nozzle Status Bar More Info
Guide $20-$30+ per wash.  Efficient recycling & large scale water saving. Eco Car Washing Station Status Bar More Info
Request a quote. Water collection & prevent blockages. Gutters & Guards Status Bar More Info
Guide +$50 (parts only). Simple laundry bypass. Greywater - Diversion Status Bar More Info
Request quote or DIY. Install 10-20K litre storage & plumbing. Rainwater Harvesting Status Bar More Info
Request quote or DIY. Delivers water to root zone. Drip Irrigation Status Bar More Info
Guide $3500+. Install 10-20K litres storage. Water Tanks Status Bar More Info
Guide $2000+. Install 2K litres storage. Water Bladder Status Bar More Info
Choose 6 star washing machines & dishwashers. Water Saving Appliances Status Bar More Info
Chose dual low flush toilets. Toilets (3/4 L Flush) Status Bar More Info
Guide $10K+. Licenced water treatment & storage (excl. sewerage). Greywater - DGTS Homes Status Bar More Info
Guide $12K+. Licensed water treatment & storage (incl. sewerage). Blackwater - Community Dwellings Status Bar More Info

  ENERGY EFFICIENCY

ENERGY EFFICIENCY HOW TO USE TABLE. Categories are listed by increasing cost. The bar graph indicates the relative long-term cost/benefit, ie. "Goodness Factor" based on subjective comparison. The "I Will DO" box on the RHS will search for your local suppliers & rate your choice.
Category Goodness Factor More Info I Will Do!
FREE from local council & energy authorities. Info Guide - ENERGY Status Bar More Info
Guide $5+. Increased efficiency same performance. IRC Halogen Lighting Status Bar More Info
Guide $5+. Low watts Good light Fluorescent Lighting Status Bar More Info
Guide $65-$110. Very Low watts Long life LED Lighting Status Bar More Info
Guide $30+. Free lighing from the sun. Solar Garden Lights Status Bar More Info
Guide $5-$500+. Product reuse. Rechargeable Batteries Status Bar More Info
Request a quote. Choose green power sourced from wind & solar. Green Power Status Bar More Info
Choose 6 star fridges, dishwashers, ovens etc. Energy Efficient Appliances Status Bar More Info
Choose equipment with low standby power. Energy Efficient Office/ Video Status Bar More Info
Pumps perform better without sharp plumbing angles. Energy Efficient Pool Pump Status Bar More Info
Choose gas for the best cooking control. Gas Cooktop Status Bar More Info
Choose gas as the better energy choice. Gas Oven Status Bar More Info
Choose hydronic floor & wall heating, & combustion stoves. Gas Heating Status Bar More Info
Choose instant gas hot water. Gas Hot Water Status Bar More Info
Guide $2500+. FREE heating from sun. Solar Hot Water Status Bar More Info
Gas boosted on cloudy days. Solar - Gas Hot Water Status Bar More Info
Guide $200 - $500 std pool blanket. Solar Pool Heating Status Bar More Info
Gas, biodiesel, ethanol. Alternative Fuels Status Bar More Info
LPG, electric cars. Fuel Conversions Status Bar More Info
Guide $2500+ (3HP). Air Cond - Inverter Status Bar More Info
Guide $12-50K+. Good design can minimise the size of A/C. Air Cond - Inverter & Ducted Status Bar More Info
Water heaters in floors & walls. Hydronic Heating Status Bar More Info
Potential for commercialisation. Fuel Cell Power Status Bar More Info
Clean responsible energy. Wind Turbine Status Bar More Info
Clean responsible energy. Photovoltaic Solar Electricity Status Bar More Info

  HOME DESIGN

HOME DESIGN HOW TO USE TABLE. Categories are listed by increasing cost. The bar graph indicates the relative long-term cost/benefit, ie. "Goodness Factor" based on subjective comparison. The "I Will DO" box on the RHS will search for your local suppliers & rate your choice.
Category Goodness Factor More Info I Will Do!
FREE from Archicentre and the RAIA. Info Guide - DESIGN Status Bar More Info
Guide $15-$500+. Allows effective consumption. Programmable Timers Status Bar More Info
Guide $20-$100+. Use separate sorting bins. Waste Recycling Bins Status Bar More Info
Choose products with zero vapours. Low VOC Paints, Wallpaper Status Bar More Info
Location knowledge avoids a second purchase. Storage Status Bar More Info
Choose local products Eco Door & Bath Hardware Status Bar More Info
Guide $75-$500+. Natural ventilation. Ceiling Fans Status Bar More Info
Plan at the design stage. Natural light penetration. Sky Lights Status Bar More Info
Plan at the design satge. Allow light penetration. Sky Windows (Wall Tops) Status Bar More Info
Clean fresh air, connection with the environment. Natural Ventilation Status Bar More Info
Shade from trees and large eaves. Passive Cooling Status Bar More Info
Orientation that has solar access and thermal mass. Passive Heating Status Bar More Info
Guide $75-$250+/m2. Provide thermal mass and insulation. Eco Wall & Floor Tiles Status Bar More Info
Choose carpet that contains recycled content & can provide a LCA. Eco Carpet & Carpet Floor Tiles Status Bar More Info
Guide $100+/m2 (polishing only). Clean & Natural. Polished Concrete Floor - Slab On Ground Status Bar More Info
Privacy & window insulation. Blinds & Shade Solutions Status Bar More Info
Request a quote or DIY. Essential for efficient heating. Draught Proofing Status Bar More Info
Large eaves, trees cool home in summer. Shading W Exterior Status Bar More Info
Choose eaves that shade windows. Large Eaves (>1.2m) Status Bar More Info
Guide $10K-$100K+. Energy efficiency. Home Automation Status Bar More Info
Natural ventillation Internal Climate Control Chimney Status Bar More Info
Evaporation from plants - cool roof & surrounding Green Roofs Status Bar More Info

  BUILDING MATERIALS

BUILDING MATERIALS HOW TO USE TABLE. Categories are listed by increasing cost. The bar graph indicates the relative long-term cost/benefit, ie. "Goodness Factor" based on subjective comparison. The "I Will DO" box on the RHS will search for your local suppliers & rate your choice.
Category Goodness Factor More Info I Will Do!
FREE from local council & various suppliers. Info Guide - Sustainable MATERIALS Status Bar More Info
Reuse Material Recycled Bricks & Tiles Status Bar More Info
Reuse Material Recycled Timbers Status Bar More Info
Saves old growth forests Sustainable Timbers Status Bar More Info
Saves old growth forests Sustainable Decking Status Bar More Info
Roofs & Walls Insulation Status Bar More Info
Comfort in Summer & Winter Thermal Mass Materials Status Bar More Info
Comfort in Summer & Winter Window Film Treatments Status Bar More Info
Comfort in Summer & Winter Double Glazed Windows Status Bar More Info

  LANDSCAPING

LANDSCAPING HOW TO USE TABLE. Categories are listed by increasing cost. The bar graph indicates the relative long-term cost/benefit, ie. "Goodness Factor" based on subjective comparison. The "I Will DO" box on the RHS will search for your local suppliers & rate your choice.
Category Goodness Factor More Info I Will Do!
FREE from local council & various nurseries. Info Guide - LANDSCAPING Status Bar More Info
SAFE gardens Weed Control - No Chemicals Status Bar More Info
Local resistance Indigenous Native Plants - Tubes Status Bar More Info
Natural groundcover Native Grasses Status Bar More Info
Shading element Native Shrubs Status Bar More Info
Primary habitat element Native Trees Status Bar More Info
Citrus, fruits, herbs Native Food Plants Status Bar More Info
Privacy, shading, habitat Nature Corridors Status Bar More Info
Use responsibly Turf - Water & Shade Tolerant Status Bar More Info
Water retention Recycled Mulch Status Bar More Info
Match local area Native Soil Status Bar More Info
for Nursery grown natives Eco Fertilisers & Conditioners Status Bar More Info
Closed loop Permaculture Status Bar More Info
Reuse green waste Compost Bin Status Bar More Info
Converting food waste into organic material Worm Farm Status Bar More Info
Homes for native animals Nest Boxes Status Bar More Info
Reuse from excuvations Rocks (waste Material) Status Bar More Info
Be a responsible pet owner Ultrasonic Pest Deterrents (Cats & Foxes) Status Bar More Info
Regular monitoring Eco Pest Control Status Bar More Info
Addition of permanent water Ponds Status Bar More Info
Contrast elements Garden Sculpture & Pots Status Bar More Info

  MONITORING SYSTEMS

Monitoring Systems HOW TO USE TABLE. Categories are listed by increasing cost. The bar graph indicates the relative long-term cost/benefit, ie. "Goodness Factor" based on subjective comparison. The "I Will DO" box on the RHS will search for your local suppliers & rate your choice.
Category Goodness Factor More Info I Will Do!
FREE from supplier websites Info Guide - Dashboard MONITOR Status Bar More Info
Guide $150 - +$10K. Provide real-time data. Energy Monitors Status Bar More Info

  PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Professional Services Sustain450 can assist you in choosing architects, builders, certifiers, interior designers, banks, and more. Each category is compared against one another with a bar graph indicating the relative long-term cost/benefit, ie. "Goodness Factor" and probability of success.
Category Goodness Factor More Info I Will Do!
Guide $150 - +$300/ hour Consulting - Energy Efficiency Status Bar More Info
Consulting - Water Efficiency Status Bar More Info
Expect Fees 8-12% construction cost Architect - Green Status Bar More Info
View completed green homes Builder - Green Status Bar More Info
Request quote Engineer Status Bar More Info
Request quote Certifer Status Bar More Info
Request quote Electrician - Green Status Bar More Info
Request quote Plumber - Green Status Bar More Info
Request a quote. Garden Maintenance Status Bar More Info
Request quote Landscaper Status Bar More Info
Look for experience with green buildings Real Estate - Energy Efficient Homes & Offices Status Bar More Info
Do You Know What Your Bank Offers? Banking - Green Products & Services Status Bar More Info
CAPEX & OPEX advise Accountant Status Bar More Info
Responsible profits Investments - Green & Ethical Status Bar More Info
Environmental & climate change Insurance Status Bar More Info
contamination & climate change Legal Status Bar More Info
Responsible foods & products Pet Care Status Bar More Info
Reesponsible consumption Eco Weddings & Events Status Bar More Info
Bulk supplies and depositories Recycling & Waste Status Bar More Info
Understand your impact Carbon Footprint Audits Status Bar More Info
Transportation choices Eco Couriers Status Bar More Info
Refer to recruitment specialists Employment - Green Jobs Status Bar More Info
Energy efficiency Computing Status Bar More Info
Volunteer organisations Wildlife Rescue Status Bar More Info

  LIFESTYLE CHOICES

Lifestyle Choices Sustain450 can help you choose lifestyle purchases. Each category is compared against one another with a bar graph indicating the relative long-term cost/benefit, ie. "Goodness Factor".
Category Goodness Factor More Info I Will Do!
Essential for large cities Public Transport Status Bar More Info
Volunteers Community Interest Groups Status Bar More Info
Improve your knowledge Seminars & Education Status Bar More Info
Learn to become a wildlife rescuer or foster carer Wildlife Courses Status Bar More Info
Fresh & local Community Markets Status Bar More Info
Organic Food Status Bar More Info
Download Music / Vidoes Status Bar More Info
Candles Status Bar More Info
Eco Clothing Status Bar More Info
Eco Bed Linen Status Bar More Info
Eco Body & Skin Care Status Bar More Info
Use clean natural ingredients Natural Household Cleaning Products Status Bar More Info
Recycled Stationary Status Bar More Info
On-line Shopping Status Bar More Info
Weather - Access To Information Status Bar More Info
Sustainable Art Status Bar More Info
Fitness Status Bar More Info
Eco Holidays - Domestic Status Bar More Info
Tourist Attractions - Local Status Bar More Info
Eco Furniture Status Bar More Info
Native Pets Status Bar More Info
Car Share Status Bar More Info
Bicycles Status Bar More Info
Scooters & Vespars Status Bar More Info
Responsible transport options Eco Cars Status Bar More Info
Home Office - High Speed Internet Status Bar More Info

  BUSINESS SYSTEMS

Business Systems Sustain450 can help you understand and implement a sustainability plan, inclusive of product and supplier life cycle assessments, waste elimination & savings, and energy efficiency upgrade programs. Companies that plan for the carbon economy by developing a sustainability plan NOW will attract success compared to those who don't. Each category is compared against one another with a bar graph indicating the relative long-term cost/benefit, ie. "Goodness Factor".
Category Goodness Factor More Info I Will Do!
Expect savings +20-50%. Sustainability Plan Status Bar More Info
Increase health to surrounding community Carbon + Pollution Footprint Analysis Status Bar More Info
Expect savings in logistics & delivery time Local Purchasing (<150km) Status Bar More Info
Document product benefits & liabilities Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Status Bar More Info
Expect savings +40% Waste Elimination Status Bar More Info
Reduce landfill waste +20% Recycling - General Status Bar More Info
Reduce raw material expenses Waste Recycling - Raw Materials Status Bar More Info
Expect savings +40% Energy Efficiency Status Bar More Info
Expect savings +40% Water Efficiency Status Bar More Info
Provide real-time consumption data Dashboard Metrics Status Bar More Info
Off-site software & server hosting Cloud Computing Status Bar More Info
ATO requirement for defined C-emitters Global Reporting Initative Status Bar More Info
Best Practice - +50% reductions Fossil Fuel Reduction Status Bar More Info
Best Practice - +50% reductions Greenhouse Gas Reductions Status Bar More Info
Control brands from entering the litter & landfill cycle Extended Product Responsibility (EPR) Status Bar More Info
Expect productivity gains +30% Resource Productivity Status Bar More Info
Discover simple designs tested by evolution Product Development - Biomimicry Status Bar More Info
Balance energy efficiency with wind and solar Renewables Status Bar More Info
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