Action in August
Introduce yourself to your neighbours, organise a social event such as a barbeque, picnic or street party to reignite a sense of community that can sometimes be lacking in this digital age. #ActioninAugust #makeadifference #madwomanfoundation
Do your own power audit. Turn off all of your appliances and test each one separately to see what makes your meter spin. You’ll be amazed at the items that can be costing you without you even using them! Save the planet – and your pocket! #madwomanfoundation
Jump into a car pool! Get talking at work to find out who lives ear you and suggest a car pool roster. Not only can you make new friends, you will also save on petrol and car running costs as well as reducing carbon emissions and traffic congestion. #ActioninAugust...
Start your own vegetable and herb garden. Avoid harmful pesticides by knowing exactly what has been used in your garden. Don’t have room for a veggie patch? Ask your Council about community gardens in your local area. #ActioninAugust #makeadifference...
Switch to green energy derived from renewable sources. Creating a greater demand will encourage investment, research and innovation in the development of alternative energy supplies. #ActioninAugust #makeadifference #madwomanfoundation
Calculate your environmental footprint at www.carbonfootprint.com and then work on reducing it – at home, in the office and when you travel. Learn about your secondary footprint caused through your buying habits and find ways to reduce that too! #ActioninAugust...
Do one thing each day that makes a positive difference to someone’s life. This can be as simple as opening a door for someone, smiling and saying hello to people you meet during the day. Try surprising someone by paying for their parking or a coffee. Both of you...
Fashion yourself a wardrobe from second-hand stores. Not only can you save quality fabric from the scrap heap, but for a fraction of retail prices you pick up some unique pieces – they don’t call them opportunity shops for nothing! #ActioninAugust...
Take the time to write letters to friends, family members and other people who inspire you, telling them how much they mean to you. Thank them for the inspiration they bring to your life. Never underestimate the power of a handwritten note in the mail – they are...
Spend a couple of hours helping an elderly person. You could mow lawns, put out their rubbish or shop for them. Sometimes older people are just lonely, so the greatest gift you can give is companionship. With their years of experience, they may even teach you a thing...