Sustainable Living

Live somewhere worth living...
	The New Rouse Hill has been designed and planned to deliver great outcomes in social and environmental sustainability for new urban communities. The implementation of our plans will mean a lower total carbon and ecological footprint for this community compared to many similar communities in Australia and the world. At the same time we aim to educate the community how environmental sustainability initiatives can act to lower the household cost of living and support a healthy lifestyle. We are delivering our environmental sustainability initiatives under four key themes.
	Live smart and save $10,000 a year! A lower carbon footprint and lower cost of living....how good is that! Motivating the community to keep consumption and bills down!  How working at environmental sustainability will save you a fortune in a world of ever increasing electricity, gas, water and petrol prices......
	Saving our resources and saving money Helping residents sensibly reduce energy consumption and water consumption and select more sustainable and efficient building materials and inclusions at The New Rouse Hill. Designing and building a new home - things you need to know! Living at The New Rouse Hill – ways to live smart! Choosing appliances Using smart monitors and timers to measure consumption – information is power! Supporting renewable energy and low carbon energy choices
	Enjoying and caring for our local environment Aiming to minimise environmental impacts and enhance the natural environment during construction and occupation of The New Rouse Hill. The Caddies Creek corridor – get involved in your local natural environment  The environment in your backyard – making a difference at home and in your street Waste and recycling – compost is king!
	Sustainable transport Helping residents choose green travel options such as walking, cycling and public transport over car use. Check back soon for more information on sustainable transport options. Lose a car at The New Rouse Hill – most of your trips can be on foot or on bike! Public  transport options – good and getting better every year Smart planning to cut transport time and costs – considered car pooling or working from home one day a week?