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Universal phone chargers: Say no to overcharging

A CHOICE call to action - we need your help!

4 Feb 2010 | CHOICE is targeting mobile phone companies that are resisting moves to reduce excessive e-waste.

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Voluntary climate action: count it now

Consumers' voluntary actions to reduce carbon emissions should be counted straight away, not five years down the track

11 Jan 2010 | The government has responded to your calls on voluntary actions, but they'll only get around to adjusting things in five years.

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GreenPower: keep it real

Consumers shouldn't pay more to pollute less so big business can pay less to pollute more.

10 Mar 2009 | A flaw in the emissions trading scheme means the extra bits we do – like purchasing GreenPower or carbon offsets – will not actually reduce Australia’s emissions.

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Climate change and consumers

The government needs to play a much greater role in helping households to improve energy and water efficiency.

6 Mar 2009 | Climate change is one of the most pressing issues facing Australian society today and will be particularly harsh on low-income households.

Energy

Energy overload

With electricity prices set to rise by up to 200% over the next five years, reducing household energy use by improving efficiency is key

24 Feb 2009 | While you're taking measures to save the environment, we're looking to industry and government to find solutions that make saving energy even easier

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The carbon pollution reduction scheme

What are the implications of the CPRS for households?

15 Jan 2009 | We’re concerned that the current design of the Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme is going to result in consumers paying more and still copping the effects of climate change.

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Corporate social responsibility

We believe corporations are obliged to act consistent with the short and long term interests of consumers.

17 Apr 2008 | At CHOICE, we believe corporations have an obligation to act consistent with the short and long term interests of consumers.

 

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