This week’s tip is to unplug electronics when not in use. Some electronics like T.Vs use electricity as long as a power cord is plugged in, even if the device is turned off. This happens because a T.V and similar devices have a standby mode, which allows them to turn on quickly. That means that even if a device is turned off, it still uses electricity, unless the power cord is unplugged. Unplug cords to help save electricity, and to help save the Earth. It’s that simple.
The bottled water industry has grown rapidly over the past few years. Today, the convenience of disposable water bottles means that we can find bottled water almost everywhere we go. It’s no question that plastic bottles (and bottled water) are bad for the environment. Not only do they require a lot of energy to manufacture,…
Creating sustainability today and for future generations is vital to the health of our planet. There are many things you can do to help our planet, but today I am going to exclusively talk about sustainable eating habits, and how to choose an environmentally sustainable diet. But before we go over the tips, let’s…
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If you’re looking to live eco-friendly, you must take into account the water footprint of your food (the amount of water that it takes to make it). Here’s an infographic that shows you just that!
What Are Microplastics? Microplastics are plastic debris that measures less than five millimetres, or 0.2 inches, in diameter. These tiny plastic particles have been found in our oceans, soil, and even in the air. According to the United States National Oceanic and Atmosphere Administration, microplastics are so small that they move straight through water filtration…
Top 3 Ways Kids can Help the Earth! If you are a kid reading this, and you want to get green and help the Earth, you are at the right place. Although, really, these tips can be used by anyone, not just kids. Without further due, here are the top 3 ways kids can help…
Have some “dirty” clothes that you just wore today? Well, before putting it into the laundry basket, take a look at it closely. If it looks clean, smells clean (and sounds clean!), then it’s clean! Don’t re-wash something if you can wear it again. And, if you don’t like wearing the same shirt or pants…