Showroom is a website that brings together information on all kinds of building topics. It has consumer reviews and DIY informaiton and videos. It also has a great section on Green Living.
Here is a list of some of the tips for living earth friendly.
1) Get off unwanted catalog and junk mail lists.
Alternative Energy Sources, the Solution to Global Warming?
by Anthony, of Solar Power | Solar Panels
Whereas there are some who still state that global warming is a myth, others who state the planet is actually getting colder, and still others assert that global warming is part of a natural cycle and has nothing to do with [...]
Many people who have gardens have a large amount of organic waste, from grass clippings to leaves and dead plants. But, many waste money and time having these wastes transported to a landfill. It isn’t just a waste of good compost; it’s a waste of everything that goes into the process of transporting it (the [...]
Whether it’s eliminating plastic bags from your household, making the switch to compact fluorescent light bulbs or using biodegradable detergents, small lifestyle changes can add up to big benefits for the environment.
The following video from News Canada shows what one family did to green their household. (video will load using Windows Media player or similar)
Carpooling, packing lunches in reusable containers and composting - all are small measures that can be incorporated into a daily routine for making a long-term difference to preserve the environment.
As summer approaches, kids and adults alike will shift into vacation mode. School and work make way to activities like hiking through the woods, overnight [...]
What Canadian parent hasn’t heard the wail, “I’m bored!” at least once during a summer vacation? While in previous years the instinct might have been to load up the SUV and take a road trip, more and more eco-conscious parents are looking for ways to entertain their families while also keeping carbon emissions to a [...]
