Sustainable living

To live sustainably we need to find practical ways to reduce our impact on the environment.

As a local government with responsibilities to our community, we have implemented strategies to:

  • reduce energy use
  • move to alternative green sources of power
  • reduce waste
  • increase recycling
  • create a more water resilient city
  • green our city by:
    - increasing our urban tree canopy
    - protecting and restoring our environment.

Learn more about how we are creating a sustainable city and how you can get involved. 

Creating a greener home is easier than you think. Small changes can make a difference to our environment and save you money. Discover tips and programs that can help you live more sustainably.

My water

Water is a precious and limited resource. Discover what you can do to reduce your water use.

My waste

Find useful tips on how to make a green change by managing your waste and recycling in your home.

My energy

Find useful home energy saving tips that will save you money and create a more environmentally-friendly home.

Greening our city

Backyards are an important part of our natural landscape. If you have a backyard, courtyard or even a balcony you play an important role in our natural city.

Healthy water environments

Learn how you can take action to protect and maintain the health of our water environments.

Active travel

We encourage Gold Coast residents and visitors to choose more sustainable methods of travel. Find useful tips and tools to help make active travel your new normal.

Sustainability Dashboard

View a snap shot of how we use and manage key resources. See how our services link to your home and what you can do to contribute to a greener Gold Coast.

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