In a recent webinar, well-known atmospheric scientist Dr. Katharine Hayhoe discussed the importance of moving people who care about the environment from worried to activated. She also shared a message of hope in the fight against climate change.
Is bamboo sustainable? Here’s what I learned
Is bamboo sustainable? A few weeks ago, I replaced an old threadbare set of bamboo sheets. When I bought them several years ago, I didn’t give any thought to bamboo as a sustainable choice. This time I did some research to learn more about this plant and to find out if it’s as sustainable as many people think.
Greenpeace Day – Add your voice and make a difference
September 15 is Greenpeace Day, a day to celebrate an inspiring organization that started from the humblest of roots. Read on to find out the history of Greenpeace, why it matters more today than ever, and how you can get involved.
The Sunday Spark – 15-minute cities are a good thing
In this week’s edition of The Sunday Spark, I explore the concept of 15-minute cities. Plus, a look at Canada’s most expensive cities, pollinator week, microforests, and travel snacks and drinks.
World Refill Day is an opportunity to think differently
It’s World Refill Day, a global day of awareness to prevent plastic pollution by accelerating the shift to systems designed for reuse and refill rather than single use. It’s an opportunity for all of us to take another look at the packaging waste on the products we use and resolve to do better.
Hidden joys and benefits of sustainable living
When I started this blog, my mantra was that sustainable living is about progress not perfection. A recent blog post from Cecilia at The Kitchen’s Garden made me pause and think about how my approach has evolved. As I pondered the question “What kind of environmentalist am I?”, I considered all the benefits of sustainable living. Read on to find out what I discovered.
6 ways to reduce the environmental cost of experiences
This post in the Climate Change Collective series explores the environmental cost of the experiences that have replaced material goods for many who want to simplify their lives. Read on to learn why we can’t ignore the impact, and for ways to reduce the environmental cost of experiences.
17 ways to be green on St. Patrick’s Day
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Slainte! To mark the day when we celebrate the Emerald Isle and everyone is just a little bit Irish, I’ve got 17 ways to be green on St. Paddy’s Day (or any day).
Of course, I’m talking about being green in the eco-friendly sense but, in keeping with the theme of the day, I’ve kept the list as festive as possible.
Mom’s life lessons on simple living
Growing up, we learn valuable life lessons from our mothers, even if we don’t realize it at the time. To honour my mum, here are 10 things she taught me about waste reduction and eco-friendly living
Water shortage a wakeup call for all of us
Water is essential to life. Yet, here locally, this precious resource has been making headlines for all the wrong reasons as our region faces a water shortage. It’s a sobering reminder of the need to be mindful of how we consume the Earth’s resources.