Don't buy that extra widget.

A report came out today about environmental issues and consumption habits in Australia. Turns out that wealthier households consume more (what?!) but the real news is that inner-city households are consumption hotspots. Transit use and energy-efficiency are offset by higher rates of consumption on goods, rather than services. (Something to think about in the big-box argument?)

Some great recommendations that are easy(ish) to put into action:

· Shifting consumption from high impact goods to lower impact services;
· Consuming sensibly rather than carelessly, while enjoying life more;
· Cutting down on waste and unnecessary expenditure;
· Purchasing efficient and environmentally sound products.

On top of it, this report lays it all out in a clear, understandable manner with really lousy type. Worth a read. PDF attached.

Also, look at the index in web form. Pretty:
http://www.acfonline.org.au/consumptionatlas/

Report PDF

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