Hi:
I am compiling information on best practices for programs or strategies that help home owners reduce the following:
- water usage
- waste (i.e. garbage)
I am also looking for information on the best practices for the following initiatives:
- home composting
- successful recycling programs (e.g. pay as you throw programs)
- local food sourcing
- telework/telecommute programs
Any insights and resources are greatly appreciated.
Best Regards,
Jim Conlon
Best Practices Resources for Residential Consumption Reduction
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Hi Jim,
Sustainability Victoria has been working with householders, industry and government agencies to assist them in reducing water use, energy use and waste production and to assist them in increasing their use of composting and recycling. You may find some useful information on our web site at:
http://www.resourcesmart.vic.gov.au/for_households/how_to_start.html
http://search.resourcesmart.vic.gov.au/search/search.cgi?query=Search..+composting.&collection=sustainabilityvic
Regards
John Osborne
Renewables, Sustainability Victoria
T: 03 8626 8783 | F: 03 9663 1007
Level 28, Urban Workshop,
50 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne 3000
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This is just a thought, but I wonder if the companies/organizations related to each of your interests might have useful tips. For example water districts are likely to have experience in campaigns to conserve water. Companies that make and market indoor composting equipment might have some good information about that activity. It would be in their interest to find ways to motivate people to adopt composting so they can expand their sales volume. The feds have an extensive array of information about employee telecommuting at http://www.telework.gov/ You might try the US D. of Agriculture's county extension service for good tips and advice on promoting locally grown food. I know most states at least have listings of local farmer's markets, but I am not sure if they have anything useful beyond that.