Eco-friendly living made simple

Practical swaps, honest reviews and free tools for everyday Kiwis. No guilt. No overwhelm. No perfection required.

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Inside: 7 beginner-friendly swaps, a simple composting starter guide and budget ideas that actually work.

New to all this? You’re in the right place.

Everyone starts somewhere, and tiny changes add up. Work through these in order, or just pick one to try this week.

Beginner’s guide to eco-friendly livingThe big picture, without the jargon.
12 easy swaps to live waste-free at homeSmall changes that stick.
The ultimate guide to plastic-free kitchen swapsStart in the room where most of the waste happens.

Work it out in minutes

My free calculators take the guesswork out of going solar or choosing a portable power station.

Home Solar CalculatorEstimate the right solar and battery system for your home. Portable Power CalculatorFind the battery size you need for camping or blackouts. Eco Swap FinderFind an easy swap for the things you use every day.

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Home Energy (NZ)Plug-in solar, solar generators and renter-friendly options. CompostingTurn kitchen scraps into garden gold. Low-waste cleaningCut single-use products without the hassle. Reusables and kitchenBottles, containers and everyday swaps. Product reviewsTested at home, with the downsides too.

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Michelle, the creator of Eco TIGA, at the beach

Hi, I’m Michelle

I’m a parent and grandparent who started with a few messy swaps at home and turned it into a mission to make green living feel doable. I’ll be cheering you on the whole way.

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