The Climate Change Collective is an initiative where the blogging community unites behind a common goal. This month, I’m leading off the conversation with a look at the effectiveness of programs that provide incentives or penalties to encourage people to reduce their environmental footprint. Do people respond better to the carrot or the stick?
Seniors for Climate – Because we need to act now
Younger people often accuse boomers of not caring about the climate crisis we created, and that’s true for many people of my generation. A passionate organization of Canadian seniors is on a mission to prove otherwise. Read on to learn about Seniors for Climate and how we can all be part of the fight against climate change.
How you can make a difference this Circular Economy Month
October 21 to 27 is Waste Reduction Week in Canada, part of Circular Economy Month. This week and month offer an opportunity to learn and take steps to shift away from the Take-Make-Waste mindset that’s so prevalent in our society.
Teaching kids about climate change is a shared responsibility
Teacher and geographer Jamie at Jamie Ad Stories kicks off year three of the Climate Change Collective with a post on his concerns about the adequacy of climate education in schools. Jamie’s post reminded me that teaching kids about climate change and sustainable living is a responsibility we all share.
Disposable underwear? Taking laziness to new heights!
During my recent vacation in Ireland, I had one of those “what the heck” moments. One of my cousins told me she has a friend who packs disposable underwear when she travels. What? Disposable underwear? This takes laziness and convenience to new heights!
Two years of the Climate Change Collective series
Two years ago this week, I published the first lead post in the Climate Change Collective series. Since then, our dedicated group of eco-bloggers has worked hard to spread our message of sustainability. To celebrate the collective’s 2nd anniversary, today’s post is a look back at the content we’ve shared in the first two years, and a look ahead to what’s next for this terrific collaboration.
Throwback Thursday – Help the Earth with second-hand shopping
If the most eco-friendly product is the one we don’t buy, giving new life to products someone no longer needs through second-hand shopping is a close runner-up.
What you need to know about the lifecycle of plastic
The Climate Change Collective is an initiative where the blogging community unites behind a common goal. As Plastic Free July wraps up for another year, this month’s lead post is from Alison at A Sustainably Simple life, who provides an informative look at the lifecycle of plastic and why it’s a problem for the environment.
Small steps that make a big difference
The Climate Change Collective is an initiative where the blogging community unites behind a common goal. This month’s lead post is from Caroline at Enviroline Blog, who discusses Plastic Free July and small steps that make a big difference for the environment.
Are you ready for Plastic Free July 2024?
Plastic Free July 2024 is almost here. Again this year, I’ve put together a free downloadable and printable calendar of simple plastic-free swaps. I hope you’ll join me in rethinking your relationship with plastic this July. The health of the planet, and even your own health, depends on it.