Read up on how to shop green with The Australian Green Consumer Guide by Tanya Ha (UNSW Press), $29.95, and discover cool ways to save the planet with Green is Good by Rebecca Blackburn (Harper Collins), $16.95. Both from Todae, (02) 9660 7266.

Read up on how to shop green with The Australian Green Consumer Guide by Tanya Ha (UNSW Press), $29.95, and discover cool ways to save the planet with Green is Good by Rebecca Blackburn (Harper Collins), $16.95. Both from Todae, (02) 9660 7266.

Looking for the perfect rug? Head to IKEA and check out the Agger rug. Each one is made from recycled fabric and is completely unique. Agger rug, from $3.95, IKEA, ikea.com.au.

This cute printed lamp is handmade using solar power. Lamp, $250, Bird Textiles, (02) 6680 8633.

This bold red vase looks great contrasted with pale blooms. Plus, you can buy it guilt-free, knowing that Dinosaur Designs is a carbon neutral company. Seed vase, $120, Dinosaur Designs, (02) 9698 3500, dinosaurdesigns.com.au.

These clever tumblers are made from recycled glass bottles. Plishka tumblers, $21 (each), Todae, 1300 138 483.

These bamboo nesting bowls are good for the environment because they’re natural and made from a sustainable source. Bambu nesting baskets, $19.95 (for set of 3), Hub, (02) 9217 0700.

Organic tea is better for both you and the environment. The Art of Tea Organic English Breakfast and Organic Earl Grey, $9.45 (each), both from Becker Minty, (02) 8356 9999.

The fact that it’s organic makes this chocolate even harder to resist. Artisse Organic Milk Chocolate, and Dark Chocolate with Almonds, $4.99 (each), 1300 555 597.

When you buy this handmade bedspread you’ll be supporting Oxfam’s charity work. Printed queen size bedspread, $259, Oxfam, (02) 9231 4016.

This powerful cleaner will make your bench tops sparkle. It also contains less harsh chemicals than traditional cleaners. Eco Store Citrus Spray Cleaner, $8.95, 1800 236 774.