At age 50, Kay is a little over halfway through her life as a driver. She can remember all of her vehicles — the Pontiac 6000, her family’s car that was passed on to her when she went to college; the Volkswagen Rabbit, and later Fox, that took her through young adulthood; the Honda Civics,…
The United States produces the largest amount of e-waste in the entire world. There are dangerous consequences to simply throwing out your old phone, laptop, game system, even microwave. All of these devices can cause terrible damage to the planet if not disposed of correctly. We want to help you to become informed of the…
The practice of cooking food dates back thousands of years. While our ancestors may have used it to preserve their health and make food more digestible, cooking is now a form of entertainment and an outlet for creativity. A love language in and of itself, it’s unlikely the art of cooking will ever fizzle out….
During the festive season, everyone loves to receive a handwritten Christmas card with a thoughtful message written inside by family members, friends and acquaintances – especially if they live some distance away. Due to the cost and the impact on the environment, fewer people are maintaining the once popular tradition of sending Christmas cards via…
The clothes we wear aren’t always good for our planet or the people in it. From harmful cotton farming practices to toxic chemical additives, most clothing brands have a large negative impact on the environment. But, you can be a part of the change. By switching to sustainable clothing, you can help make a difference…
By David Guion Recycling greatly helps the environment, and in principle, everything is recyclable. However, some things should never go into your curb recycling bin. Most communities offer “single stream” recycling, which means that we put everything in one container. From there it goes to a materials recovery facility (MRF), otherwise known as a recycling…
Whether you’re a scuba diver, snorkeler, or amateur swimmer, the ocean is a playground where you come to explore the beauty of nature and the difference from your regular life’s environment. Divers, for example, descend 130 feet under the water, seek unique-looking creatures, and observe the marine world in all its glory. What never leaves…
In an attempt to become fully self-sustaining, many homeowners consider digging a well. The idea is that a well can provide your home with fresh water so that you don’t have to rely on your town’s supply. However, adding a well to your home requires more than simply digging a hole in the backyard if…
Electric bikes aren’t a new idea, by any means. The first patent for an electric bicycle dates back more than 100 years, and there’s already a relatively large market for them in Europe. Now, North Americans are starting to make the switch, and within the next three years (2020-2023), experts expect 130 million e-bikes to sell…
Did you know that, because cleaning chemicals aren’t meant to be ingested, they aren’t regulated by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration)? Because of this, cleaning products can contain a variety of potentially harmful ingredients that can be dangerous to you and Mother Earth, without your knowledge. Brightly coloured packaging and the promise of a…