A few small changes over the Festival Season can make a huge difference to your environmental footprint, according to the Total Environment Centre.
Speaking recently to Smart Company, the TEC's Jeff Angel suggests householders consider the following resource saving tips when celebrating Christmas:
- Before buying a new plastic tree, consider choosing a native Christmas tree you can plant in the garden in January
- Take reusable bags with you when shopping for gifts
- Don't leave the Christmas lights on all night and try using solar powered fairy lights
- Give your garden a water smart Christmas gift by investing in a rainwater tank
- Make your own Christmas cards using recyclable materials
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