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Sophia Chan-Combrink |
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At a recent get together with my “mommy friends,” I found out that I wasn’t the only one with a “green” career.
Unlike me, these women have not been working in the environmental field since their university graduation. In fact, their qualifications include an M.B.A., P.Eng, among other...
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Sophia Chan-Combrink |
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As my toddler gets older, I have to watch what I’m saying but more importantly, what I’m doing. She is at that age where she wants to imitate me - talking on the phone, folding the laundry, and sorting the recycling bins.Modelling good environmental behaviour to your kids should start...
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Cheryl Gudz |
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Want to convert your eco-laggard friends to a more sustainable lifestyle? How about hosting a green party they’ll never forget?
Start the party off with a clothing or “used stuff” swap and let people know in advance to bring their gently used items. Watch everyone mix and mingle with...
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Cheryl Gudz |
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I’m convinced it is. And chances are if you’re reading this, you agree. But what about everybody else? To help me think through what keeps people from making greener choices, I made a short list of potential barriers:
1. People are not interested in green action because they perceive it...
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Sophia Chan-Combrink |
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As spring kicks into high gear in most of the country, families are taking advantage of being outside and my family is no exception.
Aside from my partner being excited at the prospect of wearing shorts again (even in 7 o C degree weather!), our two-year old will be experiencing the outdoors for...
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