It’s a time when the family gathers together and perhaps the second most popular seasonal event of the year behind Thanksgiving. Young and old, we all love Christmas and there’s nothing better than celebrating the festivities with those we love. With the Climate Change Conference has just finished in Paris and governments agreeing to make … Read more
As we head deeper into the 21st Century, we are all becoming more focused on the importance of green issues. Even if we don’t really agree with the entire concept of global warming, most of us are open to the idea of recycling and introducing green measures that help reduce our impact on the environment … Read more
“Going green” and sustainability are buzz words that have been around the last decade. In fact, it’s very in fashion to go green or sell green products. But what does sustainability really mean and how can you help the movement? Sustainability, in its simplest terms, means concerting an effort to improve the quality of life … Read more
Last Updated: 9/13/21 If you’re sitting on your sofa, scratching your head and wondering why you should make an effort to recycle, then here are a few facts, tips, and thoughts to get you energized. Recycling is the one duty we can’t run away from – if none of us do it, the world … Read more
We all like to say we’re pretty green – we recycle, we save on electricity, we buy sustainable and responsibly sourced products, and make sure that we don’t waste stuff like water. In general, we’re all good people who care about the environment. But how many of us are more than a little prone to … Read more
One area where America seems to be starting to lead the way in recent years is green roofs. You may think that building a garden on top of your house is a bad idea, but it’s actually one of the most eco-friendly things you can do. Not only does it add a valuable level of … Read more
As a fairly affluent Western country with a pretty large landmass and a decent-sized population, we’ve gotten used to having those essentials delivered straight to our door. Water is one of life’s little necessities that we can take for granted – there’s an unending supply, right? It just falls from the sky, and there’s plenty … Read more
VOCs. We all know by now that they’re bad, but just how bad are they, what are they exactly, and how much of a negative impact can they have on our health? VOCs, also known as Volatile Organic Compounds, are a group of carbon-based chemicals with a superpower: they can easily evaporate into the air … Read more
There’s nothing quite as exciting, or terrifying, as bringing your baby home for the very first time. And while many new parents take the time to go through their home and “baby proof” it, ie. putting safety caps over outlets and locking cabinet doors that may house dangerous chemicals, other dangers are lurking in most … Read more
As more and more homeowners have become environmentally conscious, they’ve looked for ways to decrease their carbon footprint right at home. One of the biggest ways homeowners can help the environment is to select green materials in the building or renovation of their space. And, since flooring is one of the biggest aspects of any … Read more