When it comes to home energy consumption trends in Canada, there’s good news and bad news. Between 2000 and 2019, energy efficiency in Canadian homes increased by 32%. But, over the same time period, our overall household energy use increased by 11%. Read on to learn the main drivers of household energy usage, and 20 home energy saving tips that will save you money and reduce your environmental impact.
Go green with these 21 simple bathroom swaps
Are you looking for ways to reduce single-use plastic in your home? The bathroom is a great place to start. Other than the kitchen, it’s the one area of our homes where we have the greatest opportunity to reduce waste and live a greener life. Today, I’ve got 21 simple eco-friendly bathroom swaps to help you get started.
31 ways you can join the Plastic Free July movement!
Are you excited for July? I am because it’s the month when we celebrate Canada Day, my birthday and our wedding anniversary. But I’m also excited for Plastic Free July! Will you join the Plastic Free July movement with me? To help you get started, I’ve got 31 simple changes that will make a difference for our planet.
World Water Day – 10 ways you can use less water
March 22 is World Water Day. This day is all about valuing water and the role it plays in our lives. In today’s post, I’ll talk about the importance of this vital resource, and why we need to conserve it. Then, I’ve got 10 ways you can use less water.
21 simple kitchen swaps to be more eco-friendly
Living a greener, more sustainable life doesn’t have to be difficult, and it doesn’t have to cost a lot of money. You can start today by making simple swaps of everyday items. The kitchen is a great place to start. Here are 21 simple eco-friendly kitchen swaps you can make to live a greener life.
10 reasons to switch your subscriptions to digital
After years of receiving printed newspapers, we made the bold move and switched to a digital subscription. If you’re still getting printed newspapers or magazines, read on for 10 reasons you need to switch to digital.
Fun gift exchange ideas for groups – Free printable
Exchanging gifts can be fun but it can also be costly and stressful. It’s tough to find the perfect gift, especially if you have a lot of people on your list. Today, I’ve got some fun gift exchange ideas for groups. Plus, there’s a free printable gift exchange game you can use to add a little fun to your gathering.
Disposable world – why aren’t things made to last?
In late 2020, we had a run of bad luck at our house. In a three-month period, we replaced our water heater, our stove and our washing machine. That experience made me wonder if anything is built to last in our disposable world.
What I learned from the 31-Day Declutter Challenge
If you want to declutter and need a little boost to get started, a 31-Day Declutter Challenge may be just what you need. I completed this challenge in late 2020. It helped get me serious about simplifying life and clearing the clutter. Read on to find out how the challenge works, what I hoped to accomplish, and what I learned.
Ditch your plastic soap bottles – for good!
September is here. We still have a few more weeks of summer, but I’ve noticed a definite chill in the air on a few mornings recently. The monthly goal for September in our 2020 Waste Reduction Challenge is to get rid of plastic bottles of hand and face soap.
Because of the pandemic, 2020 has been a difficult year for waste reduction. If you’re looking for an easy way to get started with reducing waste, you’re in luck. This month’s goal is one of the simplest changes to make.