Green Living

Through its Green Heart environmental engagement program, Brisbane City Council encourages the residents of Brisbane to make changes to our everyday lives to help Brisbane achieve its goal of becoming Australia's most sustainable city. We want to preserve the lifestyle and environment that makes our city such a great place to live, work and play.

Sign up for Council's Green Heart Life sustainability e-newsletter and stay up to date with sustainability news and events.

Green homes

Green homes

Take action right now to save money and the environment. Small changes can make a big difference. Find out what you can do to live a Green Heart life in and outside your home.
Green schools

Green schools

Schools and teachers can inspire sustainable action in students everyday. Access our student resources and teacher resources.

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Green Heart Fair

Brisbane will celebrate sustainability at Council's Green Heart Fair on 2 June at 7th Brigade Park, Murphy Road, Chermside.

Community groups

Join Council's community groups, including Habitat Brisbane and Growing Communities.
Sunflower

Sustainable gardening

Gardening is a simple pleasure which brings many benefits to you and is a practical way to help the environment.

EzyGreen

Council's energy reduction program provides residents with a range of energy saving options.
Council's green commitment

Council's green commitment

Council does business sustainably to make Brisbane a carbon neutral city by 2026. Learn how we help businesses reduce their carbon footprint.

Brisbane's Green Plan

Council has a community plan to support Brisbane in becoming Australia's most sustainable city.

Green businesses

Council supports business and industry with sustainable development including events, grants, rebates and programs.

Green events and workshops

There are many events held around Brisbane where you can find out more about living sustainably and be inspired and entertained at the same time.

Water smart homes

Being water smart means more than just water conservation. It is also about sustainable water use and the protection of waterways.

Green transport

Driving is our first choice but with a little effort we can choose to reduce our reliance on cars.

Green games

Play green games for fun and to learn about the environment, worm farms and raingardens.