Renew 155 out now: e-waste recycling, electric garden tools buyers guide and more

In Renew 155, we enter the murky world of e-waste recycling; investigate the phenomenon of microfibre pollution in our oceans; hear from a Renew member who’s lived off-grid for 40 years (specifically, his experience with batteries); throw down the gauntlet to the great Aussie lawn; and make the case for mandatory disclosure of home energy efficiency ratings.

There’s also a bushfire planning specialist on how site planning can alleviate risk, two DIY projects—solar hot water and a solar space heater—along with a primer on EVetiquette, a breakdown of how EV range estimates works, plus much more.

Renew 155 is on sale now and available to purchase online and in newsagents. Or, you can always subscribe, and guarantee you’ll get every issue delivered to your door.

support our work

Renew is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to arming you with the unbiased advice and information you need to make your home and community more sustainable. If you enjoy our content, please consider supporting us by becoming a Renew member, buying our publications, or donating. Your support is critical to helping us achieve our goals.
support renew
further reading
Product profile: Big tanks for tight spaces

Product profile: Big tanks for tight spaces

For homes with gas hydronic heating systems, replacing the gas boiler can be difficult. Many heat pump boilers run at lower temperatures than gas units, and over a certain size, they usually need three-phase power.

Read more
Energy matters

Energy matters

Alan Pears brings us the latest news and analysis from the energy sector.

Read more
Bring on the electric ute

Bring on the electric ute

Bryce Gaton asks, will 2023 be the Australian ‘Year of the electric light commercial vehicle’?

Read more