Our Badges - Workplace

Green Street Badges are highlighted on your profile when you have indicated below how many things you are doing in your workplace to be just that bit more sustainable.

The Badges are a nice 'badge of honour' as well as a simple way of letting others know the areas in which you are having some success. They may want to contact you to see how you've gone about it.

Badge	Description
	If you do seven or more of these you will earn an Education Badge Staff participate regularly in education programs about sustainability The workplace provides staff with access to online information and email groups to inform them about sustainability Staff have household profiles on Green Street Share information with staff on scientific knowledge about sustainability Share information with suppliers and customers on scientific knowledge about sustainability Share information with staff on what action to take to live more sustainably Share information with suppliers and customers on what action to take to live more sustainably Teach community groups about sustainability - or help set up groups to do that Sponsor or support groups who are educating others about sustainable living and working Set up websites or other online groups to support learning and action about sustainability
	If you do six or more of these you will earn a Wellbeing Badge We support staff and other stakeholders to: Be hopeful and optimistic about the future Be self aware Enjoy relationships with others in our family and friendship groups Be physically healthy Take pleasure in life Enjoy engagement with others in the workplace and community Make meaning out of events and interactions Acknowledge their accomplishments in life
	If you do four or more of these you will earn a Reuse Badge We restore worn out or unserviceable items so they can be used again We give items away to charities or agencies which collect unwanted items which are useable We contribute items to garage sales or other reuse sale events or markets We hand on useable children’s clothing and toy items to friends, family and neighbours We purchase reuseable goods where available We support staff in their activities to reuse goods
	If you do four or more of these you will earn a Sustainable Sport and Social Badge We support staff involved in workplace sporting and social activity to: Use sportswear which is made of sustainable materials and is produced sustainably Use sporting goods (eg. bats, balls, nets, racquets) which are produced sustainably Use sporting fields which are maintained in a sustainable way with minimal use of water and no use of harmful fertilisers Use car pooling or bus transport or public transport to travel to and from sporting and/or social activities Use catering at social events which is sustainably produced Use venues for social events which operate sustainably
	If you do three or more of these you will earn a Speaking Up Badge Voice constructive opinions when sustainability issues are raised in social or workplace situations Raise sustainability issues or ask appropriate questions where they add value to specific events (eg. workplace design, travel, work decisions, purchasing decisions etc) Participate in face-to-face meetings in the community or workplace to voice constructive views about taking sustainable action Participate in on-line conversations in the community or workplace to voice constructive views about taking sustainable action Workplace is a member of professional networks with a focus on sustainability
	If you do two or more of these you will earn a Carbon Credit Badge Pay carbon credit fee when flying Pay carbon credit fees for other events and activities in which we participate (concerts, sporting events, travel etc) Pay carbon credits to cover all day-to-day workplace emissions (energy/water/waste/transport) or produce enough renewable energy on site to cover all day-to-day workplace emissions
	If you do four or more of these you will earn a Local Action Badge Participate regularly in local community activity Work with local businesses to develop more sustainable workplaces Member of a Green Street Business Precinct Participate in bulk-buying projects in the neighbourhood (solar panels, electric bikes, hot water systems etc) Participate in swapping or selling clothes or furniture or other household goods in the neighbourhood Support staff and customers to become more sustainable
	If you do eight or more of these you will earn a Workplace Design Badge Design maximizes the availability of cooling breezes We use natural ventilation and lighting wherever possible There is insulation to all walls and ceilings Construction materials are made from renewable resources The building uses renewable energy supplies Paints, varnishes and finishes are produced with no or low volatile organic compounds and are not toxic Overall space used is minimized There is no air conditioning If air conditioning is on windows and doors are closed If air conditioning is used thermostats are set at 24-26 degrees in hot weather and 18-19degrees in cold weather Gas or green energy is used for cooking and heating
	If you do all three of these you will earn a Product Responsibility Badge We sell products that meet environmentally friendly practices and principles We sell products that meet fair trade and human rights guidelines We inform and promote product responsibility guidelines to clients and suppliers
	If you do five or more of these you will earn a Green Planning Badge We have a sustainability policy which measures up against accepted world standards Sustainability is a solid thread throughout our strategic and operational plans Staff are trained in sustainability practices Each work area has its own sustainability plan We track progress against sustainability targets and include our stakeholders in that process We engage with suppliers and other stakeholders to set, review and change sustainability plans We have a sustainable procurement policy
	If you do four or more of these you will earn a Recycle Badge We recycle or re-use all materials that are surplus to needs We dispose of our food scraps by composting or worm farming or digging into a vegetable patch or giving to others who are able to use it We recycle goods such as mobile phones, computers, printer cartridges, electrical items and other purchased items We recycle/reuse printing paper We purchase remanufactured printer cartridges We sell excess waste to others who want it, as part of our industrial ecology strategy
	If you do two or more of these you will earn a Planting Badge We plant at least 10 trees or shrubs per month or organize others to do so on our behalf Our workplace sponsors staff to work for volunteer organizations responsible for tree planting, seed gathering, native plant propagation or regeneration of natural resources We donate to or are members of at least two organizations advocating for improving our forests and natural habitats
	If you do all three of these you will earn a Fair Trade Badge We buy goods from sources where workers are paid a reasonable wage We buy goods from sources where human rights are observed We buy goods from environmentally friendly workplaces
	If you do five or more of these you will earn a Responsibe Purchasing Badge Buy goods with low packaging whenever possible When low-packaged goods are not provided when appropriate we tell the shop manager or producer of the goods to minimize packaging on products in the future We buy locally produced products whenever available We purchase from local suppliers whenever possible We buy fair trade products - those from ethical and environmentally friendly workplaces and production sources where workers are paid a fair wage We buy only low energy electrical products We buy only products that are able to break down easily into nature or are able to be recycled easily
	If you do three or more of these you will earn a Transport Badge Most of our staff walk, ride or catch a train/bus/tram to work 75% or more of the time Our fleet vehicles are electric or low fuel or hybrid cars using 6 litres or less per 100km We have very efficient plans for the transport of goods and services to our workplace We use teleconferencing or skyping for the majority of meetings which would otherwise require driving or flying
	If you do two or more of these you will earn an Advocacy Badge Our workplace is active in the community by helping others to commit to reducing greenhouse gas emissions Staff are active in the workplace by helping others to commit to reducing greenhouse gas emissions Our workplace subscribes to three or more sustainability groups such as Greening Australia, World Wildlife Fund and others.
	If you do two or more of these you will earn a Car Pooling Badge Carpooling is promoted and organized in our workplace Over half of our staff who travel by car do so in car pools Carpooling is used when staff need to travel to events off-site
	If you do one or more of these you will earn an Organic Badge We use organically grown food when catering in our workplace Staff uniforms are made from organically grown materials
	If you do two or more of these you will earn a Vege-friendly Badge We have a vege garden and/or fruit trees in our workplace We use fresh food at all workplace functions We have incentives for staff to eat fresh fruit and vegetables
	If you do five or more of these you will earn an Energy Badge The majority of our power is sourced from renewable energy We invest in shares in a renewable energy company We have a solar hotwater system We have solar power panels or other renewable energy sources generating at least half of our workplace energy needs We unplug most appliances at the wall overnight and when not in use over long periods All light fittings are low energy use We switch off computer monitors when they are not in use
	If you do four or more of these then you will earn a Water Badge We have rainwater tanks which provide at least half of our workplace water supply needs We have half flush toilets We recycle our grey water Leaky taps and pipes are always fixed immediately We use water efficiently when required cleaning is done

My Badges - Household

Green Street Badges are highlighted on your profile when you have indicated below how many things you are doing to be just that bit more sustainable.

The Badges are a nice 'badge of honour' as well as a simple way of letting others know the areas in which you are having some success. They may want to contact you to see how you've gone about it.

Badge	Description
	If you do five or more of these you will earn an Education Badge Participate in education programs about sustainability Regularly access online information and email groups to inform myself about sustainability Share information with friends, neighbours or the community on scientific knowledge about sustainability Share information with friends, neighbours or the community on what action to take to live more sustainably Teach formal classes or groups about sustainability - or help set up groups to do that Teach community groups about sustainability - or help set up groups to do that Teach work groups about sustainability - or help set up groups to do that Set up websites or other online groups to support learning and action about sustainability
	If you do six or more of these you will earn a Wellbeing Badge I/we are generally: Hopeful and optimistic about the future Self aware Enjoy relationships with others in our family and friendship groups Physically healthy Take pleasure in life Enjoy engagement with others in the community Make useful meaning out of events and interactions Pleased with our accomplishments in life
	If you do three or more of these you will earn a Reuse Badge We restore worn out or unserviceable items so they can be used again We give items away to charities or agencies which collect unwanted items which are useable We contribute items to garage sales or other reuse sale events or markets We hand on useable children's clothing and toy items to friends, family and neighbours
	If you do five or more of these you will earn a Sustainable Sport Badge We use sportswear (eg. shirts, shorts, socks, footwear) which is made of sustainable materials and is produced sustainably We use sporting goods (eg. bats, balls, nets, racquets) which are produced sustainably Our sporting fields are maintained in a sustainable way with minimal use of water and no use of harmful fertilisers Low energy and low emission vehicles and tools are used to maintain our sporting facilities Car pooling or bus transport or public transport is used to travel to and from sporting activities We advocate strongly for the provision of sustainably constructed and maintained sporting facilities We advocate strongly for the provision of sustainably produced sportswear We advocate strongly for the provision of sustainably produced sportsgoods
	If you do ten or more of these you will earn a Sustainable Petcare Badge Our pet is exercised appropriately We ensure our pet eats nutritional food with minimal additives The products we purchase to assist with petcare are manufactured sustainably (eg. Food bowls, leashes, kennels, food) Where relevant, our pet is trained appropriately (eg. Dogs go to puppy pre-school and advanced obedience training) Vaccinations are carried out regularly Pet roaming is prevented so as not to interfere with the neighbourhood and the environment Where relevant, out pet is desexed so as to stop in appropriate breeding and the growth of the feral animal population We help native animal populations in our neighbourhood Animal droppings are collected and disposed of properly using biodegradable or other recyclable containers as appropriate Our pet is managed appropriately in public places We keep up with latest petcare information We acknowledge that pets can be a significant contributor to the health and well- being of petowners and the community generally We advocate to appropriate authorities and organisations to ensure pets are well catered for in the community and that pet owners and their pets behave appropriately
	If you do two or more of these you will earn a Carbon Credit Badge Pay carbon credit fee when flying Pay carbon credit fees for other events and activities in which we participate (concerts, sporting events, travel etc) Pay carbon credits to cover all day-to-day household emissions (energy/water/waste/transport) or produce enough renewable energy on site to cover all day-to-day household emissions
	If you do three or more of these you will earn a Neighbourhood Action Badge Participate regularly in street food swaps with friends and/or neighbours Participate regularly in car pooling for work or other events with friends and/or neighbours Participate in bulk-buying projects in the neighbourhood (solar panels, electric bikes, hot water systems etc) Participate in swapping or selling clothes or furniture or other household goods in the neighbourhood
	If your children do seven or more of these you will earn a Green Kids Badge Children in our house - Switch off game machines, computers and other electrical appliances at the wall Turn off lights when not in use Shower for four minutes or less Recycle everything they can Walk or cycle to school and friends places when it is safe to do so Help grow vegetables and fruit at home or at school or in a community garden Turn off taps when brushing their teeth Turn off the taps when washing their hair Eat healthy foods the great majority of the time Minimise the purchase of toys and other 'stuff'
	If you do three or more of these you will earn a Recycle Badge We recycle or re-use all household materials that are surplus to needs We have less that half a wheelie bin of non-recyclable waste per month We dispose of our household food scraps by composting or worm farming or digging into a vegetable patch or giving to others who are able to use it We recycle goods such as mobile phones, computers, printer cartridges, electrical items and other purchased items
	If you do two or more of these you will earn a Planting Badge We plant at least 10 trees or shrubs per month At least one of our household works for a volunteer organisation responsible for tree planting, seed gathering, native plant propagation or regeneration of natural resources We donate to or are members of at least two organizations advocating for improving our forests and natural habitats
	If you do five or more of these you will earn a House Design Badge Design maximizes the availability of cooling breezes There is insulation to all walls and ceilings Construction materials are made from renewable resources The house relies on renewable energy supplies Paints, varnishes and finishes are produced with no or low volatile organic compounds and are not toxic Overall space used is minimized There is no air conditioning Gas or green energy is used for cooking and heating
	If you do all three of these you will earn a Fair Trade Badge We buy goods from sources where workers are paid a reasonable wage We buy goods from sources where human rights are observed We buy goods from environmentally friendly workplaces
	If you do six or more of these you will earn a Responsibe Purchasing Badge Buy goods with low packaging whenever possible When low-packaged goods are not provided when appropriate I tell the shop manager or producer of the goods to minimize packaging on products in the future We buy locally produced products whenever available We purchase from local stores whenever possible We don't use plastic bags when shopping We buy fair trade products - those from ethical and environmentally friendly workplaces and production sources where workers are paid a fair wage We buy only low energy electrical products We buy only products that are able to break down easily into nature or are able to be recycled easily
	If you do three or more of these you will earn a Transport Badge Most of us walk, ride or catch a train/bus/tram to work 75% or more of the time We use public transport instead of a car where possible The car we use is a low fuel or hybrid car using 6litres or less per 100km We don't use a car The majority of our householders carpools to work or social or sporting events
	If you do two or more of these you will earn an Advocacy Badge One or more household members are active in the community by helping others to commit to reducing greenhouse gas emissions One or more household members are active in the workplace by helping others to commit to reducing greenhouse gas emissions One or more household members are members of two or more sustainability groups such as Greening Australia, World Wildlife Fund and others
	If you do one of these you will earn a Car Pooling Badge One or more household members car pool to work One or more family members carpool to sporting or social events the majority of the time
	If you do one of these you will earn an Organic Badge We eat more than 50% organic food in our household We purchase the majority of our clothing made from organically grown materials
	If you do two or more of these you will earn a Vege-friendly Badge One or more household members are vegetarian We grow up to 50% of the vegetables we eat We eat meat-free food for 75% or more of our meals
	If you do four or more of these you will earn an Energy Badge The majority of our power is sourced from renewable energy We invest in shares in a renewable energy company We have a solar hotwater system We have solar power panels generating at least 1kWh We unplug most appliances at the wall overnight and when not in use over long periods All light fittings are low energy We switch off computer monitors when they are not in use
	If you do five or more of these you will earn a Water Badge We have a rainwater tank which holds 3000litres or more We all have short showers of 4minutes or less We have half flush toilets We recycle our grey water We have low volume shower heads We all turn the tap off while brushing our teeth We all turn the taps off while washing our hair