(NC)—Paper consumption can account for up to 80 percent of the total carbon footprint of a printing device, making it the largest contributor above other factors such as energy consumption, and manufacturing. So for those who really want to minimize the environmental impact of printing, just looking at “green” products, or products that are “eco-engineered,” [...]
(NC)—Responsible printing goes a long way with these tips from Lexmark Canada: • Think before you print. Whether at home or at work, just take a moment to print smarter. Review all documents from the computer and only print final versions when necessary. Share soft (electronic) copies of documents when possible. Also, reduce your margins [...]
(NC)—It is generally known that compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) are more energy efficient and are therefore better for the environment and can lower electricity costs. But before you say “Let there be energy-efficient light” in your home, you may have some further questions. Here are answers to some common questions about CFLs.
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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.
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 [...]
Wal-Mart Canada Corp. reported on June 21st that it will begin to use packaging as one of the reasons to choose what to sell. Potential suppliers will have to fill out a complex survey about the ecological impact and recycled content of their packaging. As one example, Wal-mart saved $3-million (U.S.) by shrinking the cardboard [...]
