Inspiration
Read the latest thinking on sustainability issues, approaches, technologies and best practices. See Sustainability Stories for practical examples from business and community enterprises.
Young people at Chameleon House shape sustainable futures
Chameleon House provides accommodation and support for young people and engages them in conversations about sustainability. Green Street is helping them identify small, manageable steps to improve eco-efficiency and create a positive impact.
Textile Connections rescue fabrics from landfill
Textile Connections is helping to build a circular economy for textiles. Joan Kelly’s retail shop in Redcliffe rescues end-of-life fabrics, haberdashery and sewing essentials that would otherwise go to landfill.
Sustainable wood made beautiful by Timber Dimensions
Timber Dimensions makes beautiful wooden furniture and homewares using sustainable and upcycled materials. All offcuts and scraps are reused or turned into something new.
Towards flexible, sustainable homes – Bligh Graham Architects
Sustainable approaches to home design are more affordable and flexible, helping to address housing problems and improve quality of life. Sonia from award-winning Bligh Graham Architects shares her insights.
Going green at Samford Valley Garden Centre
The garden centre team’s passion for plants matches their desire to operate sustainably and support their customers and community. Read about how nurturing the environment also nurtures their business!
What are Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions?
Emissions of greenhouse gases fall into three categories: Scope 1, 2 & 3. To measure and report emissions, you need to understand the scope of each.
An appetite for sustainability at The Long Yard Larder café
The Long Yard Larder is a sustainability star! The cafe’s owner, Cliff, explains their policies and actions to improve business resilience, reduce plastic, reuse food waste, cut energy and support the local community.
10 things to think about when buying coffee
How sustainable is your daily caffeine fix? Read about what makes coffee more sustainable and how to buy coffee that’s better for the planet.
5 ways to beat greenwashing and identify genuine environmental claims
See how to identify and avoid misleading or deceptive environmental claims and determine if a brand is as sustainable as it says it is.
How walkable is the area you live or work in?
Our cities and suburbs are generally designed around driving, not walking. Yet walking is cheaper, healthier and more sustainable. Read 4 ways to promote walkability.
How to plan sustainable events
Planning an event for your business, workplace, family, or community? Read tips on how to cut carbon, reduce waste, preserve natural resources, and support communities.
What is ESG and what can we do about it?
ESG stands for Environmental, Social and Governance, three pillars of sustainability. But what does it really mean, and how can it help households and businesses take action?
Human rights principles for business
Businesses of all sizes should build human rights principles into their values and business operations. It’s not just good for people, it’s the law! Read about guiding principles for business in respect to human rights.
Take 3: Bite-sized videos with sustainability facts and tips
Green Street’s ‘Take 3’ series is a set of short video reels. Each has 3 quick facts or practical ideas about a certain topic, to help you have a go at being sustainable at home or work.
Eco-friendly merchandising from Promotion Products
See how a successful Aussie merchandising company is integrating sustainable practices into its business and creating a positive impact along the supply chain. Promotion Products’ sustainability journey has been supported by Green Street tools and resources.
Learning from First Nations approaches to sustainability
Australia’s First Nations people have a deep connection to Country that has lasted at least 50,000 years. In that time, they have adapted to many environmental changes. What can we learn from indigenous cultural and environmental approaches?
How to use your purchasing superpower responsibly
The purchasing power of individuals and companies has potential to change the marketplace. Responsible purchasing harnesses that superpower, encouraging us to assess sustainability credentials before deciding what to buy.
Why modern slavery and human rights are an issue for all businesses
Modern slavery, an extreme form of labor exploitation, is a human rights issue for businesses of all types or sizes in Australia and worldwide. Read about why it matters to SMEs, what you can do and where to get guidance on managing the risk.
How advanced manufacturing technologies can support more sustainable industry
Technological advances are creating opportunities for a more innovative, sustainable manufacturing industry. Read a summary of how advanced tech can help manufacturers get results.
Life-centred design – a more sustainable way to design products & services
A life-centred design approach considers a product or service in context of ALL life on our planet. This article is for designers, manufacturers, educators, and anyone interested in how design can help shape a sustainable future.
To create a better future, get people talking
Conversations are a strong foundation for shaping the way ahead for our planet. People are recognising the need to talk and act together, to explore possibilities for fundamentally different directions. This article discusses how to make such conversations work.
The Story of Stuff… and other videos about sustainability
“The Story of Stuff”, released way back in 2007, raised awareness about the culture of consumption. Companies make too much stuff, a lot of it is harmful to the planet, and we own or use too much of it. Watch this and other animated shorts and documentaries about sustainability issues.