To many of us, green cleaning is a new thing, and trying to institute environmentally friendly cleaning in the home can be a process of trial and error. Here we’re going to show you what are the most common green […]
The construction industry has long been associated with progress and development, but it also leaves a significant environmental footprint. One of the key contributors to environmental degradation within the construction sector is the use of single-use plastic products. In this
With record-breaking heat waves and extreme weather events gripping news headlines, it’s no surprise that the general public (and their elected governments) are starting to pay more attention to climate change. Combine that with a housing shortage and governments have
Air pollution is a growing concern, and while we often think of it as an outdoor problem, the air inside our homes can be even more polluted than the air outside. Poor air quality can hurt our health, causing respiratory
Communities across the country are making strides to save energy in their daily operations in their quest to meet our national target of reaching net zero by 2050. And because of these efforts, Canadians are discovering how to live a
Commercial buildings have always been one of the top consumers of nonrenewable energy, particularly fossil fuels like crude oil, natural gas and coal. But with the increasingly noticeable effects of global warming, commercial players are becoming more proactive in using
Going green with your flooring has several benefits, from improved air quality to following a more sustainable way of living to increasing your home’s value. In this post, we’ll show you some options for eco-friendly carpeting, separated both by the
Many people have started to look around their homes and realize how many things produce carbon emissions, and they are considering making some changes to help reduce their own carbon footprint. There are many changes you can make in your
Water hardness is a common phenomenon in Canadian households. According to the Government of Canada, 50% of the municipal water supplies in Canada have hard water levels below 80 mg/l. Meanwhile, 20% of Canada municipalities have water hardness levels greater
Since the 1950s, there has been a growing awareness of the harm that certain chemicals can do to human health and the environment in general. In recent times, there has been a lot of media attention directed toward glyphosate. This
