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Every resource here is free to download, print, and share, with no account required. These are the same materials we use in our workshops, written to stand on their own at home or in the classroom.
Guides & planners
Five resources to start with
Each one focuses on a single area of the home and is written for people starting from scratch.
Emergency Preparedness Checklist
A calm, practical checklist for preparing your household for power outages, storms, and other disruptions, with an emphasis on low-waste, reusable supplies.
Download PDFHome Recycling Guide
A clear guide to sorting materials correctly, understanding local collection rules, and reducing contamination that sends recyclables to landfill.
Download PDFEnergy Saving Handbook
A room-by-room handbook covering insulation, lighting, heating, cooling, and appliance choices, with realistic estimates of the difference each change makes.
Download PDFWater Conservation Planner
A planner to help you find and fix the biggest sources of water waste in your home and garden across the seasons.
Download PDFSeasonal Sustainability Guide
A month-by-month guide to living in step with the seasons, from spring planting to winter energy habits.
Download PDFFormats
Resources in every format
However you prefer to learn, there's a version made for it.
Downloadable guides
In-depth PDF guides you can read on any device or print at home.
Printable checklists
One-page checklists designed to be pinned up and used daily.
Educational PDFs
Classroom-ready handouts and fact sheets for teachers and group leaders.
Household planner
A year-long planner to set goals and track your household's progress.
A note on our resources
Reviewed, updated, and always free
We review every guide against current research and local guidance, and we update them when practices change. If you spot something that seems out of date or unclear, we would be grateful to hear from you so we can improve it for everyone.
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