A collection of tips, roundups and how to articles showing you how to live a more sustainable life at home and improve your building’s energy efficiency and sustainability.
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
When you’re designing a new house, it’s important to take your eco-friendly options into account. If you make some common mistakes, you could wind up building a home that’s not very green at all. In this article, we’ll discuss some
Are you planning to build a new home or office? If so, planning for sustainability before you start construction is essential. There are many things to consider, such as the materials you will use and how the building will be
A little over a year after the official launch of the Canada Greener Homes Grant, over 171,000 applications were received by the Government of Canada through the national portal. Canadians are intent on leading greener, environmentally friendlier lives through everything
When it comes to our homes, the exterior is just as important as the interior. After all, the first thing people see when they look at your house is the outside. And if your home doesn’t look good from the
Libraries are under increasing pressure to reduce their environmental impact, and many are looking for ways to make their buildings more sustainable. While there is no one-size-fits-all solution, there are several steps library administrators can take to green up their
Vertical gardening is a great way to help the environment without leaving the comfort of your own home. It means utilizing empty wall space by growing plants in containers on the walls. It can contain any plants you want, as
With the spiraling costs of living and concerns surrounding climate change, building an energy-efficient green home is becoming more and more appealing. However, many people are put off by the myth that building a sustainable home requires deep pockets and
The recent derecho storm that hit Ontario has put climate change in the spotlight in discussions across the province, if not the entire country. It isn’t hard to see why: it claimed the lives of 10 people, left swathes of
