Greenhouse Backpackers

Eco Friendly Tips

We know that a long haul flight to Australia isn’t very eco-friendly, but we really want you to visit our beautiful country and enjoy everything we have to offer! Is it too much to ask that you offset your carbon emissions by becoming an environmentally-conscious backpacker whilst in Australia and beyond? We don’t think so!!! Follow the below eco-friendly tips and continue to visit the many wonders of the world without feeling guilty!

Switch off the lights

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Switch off the lights if you are are the last to leave a room.

recycling

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Participate in our hostel recycling program by placing recyclables in  appropriate bins.

bike

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Explore each city by foot or bike,It not only helps the environment but also keeps you in shape!

novels

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Swap or leave your novels and guide books in the hostel book exchange.

bottle

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Use an aluminium drink bottle to avoid buying multiple bottles of water.

wandering

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Refrain from wandering to avoid erosion and destruction of delicate vegetation.

washing powder

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Avoid the excessive use of washing powder and choose environmentally friendly products.

Respect

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Respect the culture and traditions of each com-munity - learn about the indigenous communities of Australia.

Where available

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Where available, use recycled paper for letters home, journals etc.

Conservation

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Spend a day with  Conservation Volunteers to preserve the unique Australian environment.

Befriend

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Befriend other travellers and cook meals together to save energy.Explore each city by foot or bike.

Travel

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Travel light and take  only what you need  and limit the amount of  technology you pack.

food

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Don’t waste food. Save leftovers for future meals or share with other  backpackers.

Buy

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Buy produce from  local markets and stores in order to support the community.

health

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Consider using natural medical products for com-mon traveller’s illnesses.

washing

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Wait until you have a full load of washing or share a load with your mates.

Unplug

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Unplug laptops, camera batteries and mobiles when charged.

showers.

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 Conserve water by taking shorter showers.

brochures

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Take only the brochures and maps necessary, and return those that you don’t use

Taps

20

Turn off the taps when brushing your teeth.

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Level 6, 228 Flinders Lane
Melbourne VIC 3000
T 61 3 9639 6400
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