The 2021 Sustainable House Tour experience

Every two years since 2012 SLA has held a Sustainable House Tour. 2020 was a dud because of covid-19, but last weekend the fifth House Tour was on again. This tour was different than previous years, with the focus on renovations. Lengthier conversations were held the...

Climate matters: Tiny savings mount up

Our electricity usage, hence our bills, depends on both the appliances we use and how we use them. Appliances can be divided into those that create heat like a stove or iron, which tend to use a lot of energy, and those that are mechanical, like a fan. But even a...

Sustainable House Day — this Sunday

This Sunday is the big day: Sustainable House Day 2020!  The virtual format means that joining in is easy. You’ll be able to connect with homeowners all around Australia from the comfort of your couch. At 10am on Sunday, we will be opening three virtual rooms,...