Welcome to the aToMik Green Research section

aToMik Green has one goal with this section: to provide you with a one-stop resource that provides answers and advice to any environmental question you may have. Do you know where to look to find what rebates your state Government offer or how to apply for one? What does the little triangle at the bottom of my coke bottle actually mean? Just what are the Equator Principles? From information on water, organisations and greenwash to unbiased presentations of current environmental issues designed to let you make your own decision.

Please take some time to explore this section, as there is already quite a lot on information to process. It will be constantly updated with new initiatives, ideas, restrictions and sadly, reminders of the dire situation we find ourselves in.

aToMik Green seeks your assistance to inform us of any of the above topics are in need of updating or addition. If you are aware of any errors or updates, please email us and we will make any required changes.

Research Topics

Palm Oil: The Issue: Talk of Palm Oil has been dominating the industry for a while. Learn about the issue surrounding deforestation, the threat to orangutans and how the RSPO stamp isn't a solution in itself.

The Garnaut Report: Learn more about Ross Garnaut's Climate Change review delivered 4th July 2008.

Windfarms: The Issue: Learn how windfarms work and make up your own mind.

The Equator Principles: You may have seen the ads about banks and their stance on refusing to fund potentially environmentally harmful projects. The global stance is under an agreement called "The Equator Principles" but what is it and what does it cover?

Sun Care: It is simply a fact of life that Australian's love their sun. Most of us try and spend as much time in it as possible. By now we all certainly aware of the dangers of too much sun, but what can we do to minimise those dangers?

Rebates: What initiatives these days attract a rebate from the government? How do you claim that rebate? This area is designed to help you source answers, and perhaps a little more.

Recycling: Unsure about whether it can be recycled? Want to see what can be recycled? You'll find the answers and more here. Comprises of Battery Recycling, Household Items, Plastic Recycling and The South Australian 5c Refund Scheme.

The World Of Greenwashing. Those who have been part of the environmental movement for some time now would have no doubt come across blatant examples of greenwashing during there travels. Thankfully, the world is tightening the screw on this completely unscrupulous marketing ploy. How long has it been happening for, how can you spot a case of greenwash and, perhaps most importantly, what can you about it?

Dreaming Of A Green Christmas. The festive season can result in more the stretching of the waistband on your pants. So what can you do to reduce your waste and maintain and green lifestyle at this merry time? Learn how with this jolly article.

Water Efficiency Labelling Scheme (WELS). These days you can't buy a dishwasher or washing machine without coming face to face with one of those water rating stickers. But what do they mean? What does having one extra star equate to?

Grey Water. What is grey water? Where can I use grey water? Here we try and answer all your grey water questions.

How aToMik Green Source New Products is an article in response to the question asked of us occasionally to outline the processes that aToMik Green take when sourcing, verifying and finally releasing it's new products in our Green Shop. If you want to know what it takes for a product to make it to our shop, this article should provide all the answers.

Topics Coming Soon:

The Kyoto Protocol. Learn what it is, what it aims to achieve and why Australia was hesitant to sign up to it.

Green Yourself Up. Many people out there want to be green, but are not sure how. Here you can learn the aToMik Green's three steps to turning your world from smelter factory to environmental harmony.

Nuclear Power - The Issue. The Howard Government were keen to look at it, and it has been called one of the lowest emitting power producing methods. Is nuclear that bad? What are the dangers? Learn all about the Nuclear Power Debate, and make up your own mind.

The Dredging of Port Phillip Bay - The Issue. Continue to dredge the bay and face massive environmental damage or move Melbourne's port to Western Port Bay and face logistical and more environmental side effects. Learn about the debate, and make up your own mind.

An alternative fuels analysis. Compare the fuels, see how they are produced and find out just how environmentally beneficial they actually are.

In the coming months we will be focused on releasing the following topics.

Environmental advisory services. Organisations who assist and advice for people wishing to protect the environment, especially against those in planning and development circles.

All things Solar. The how, what, why and who in this quite complex topic.

An Office Paper Analysis. One of aToMik Green's biggest grudges. What does 100% recycled mean? Is post consumer better than waste product?

Home Projects. From basics systems to more complex arrangements, covering solar hot water, grey water, double-glazing on the cheap and others.

Eco Tourism. The burgeoning trend of holidaying environmentally.