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Cheryl Gudz |
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A refrigerator consumes the most energy of all domestic appliances – approximately 25%. It also represents 11% of total energy consumption in the home. Canadians report drinking more water than any other beverage, but milk, soft drinks, coffee and beer are not too far behind. What’s the...
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Simple Green Action |
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A couple of days ago, Cascades Boutique released its very first line of condos for small pets entirely made of recycled cardboard. This line includes a cabin, a tepee for cats and a birdhouse.
The Teepee and Cabin for small pets
Inspired by the traditional native teepee and typical...
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Gillian Deacon |
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Club soda is an excellent window cleaner, so a spray bottle of that can tackle your mirrors and glass surfaces too. Seventh Generation and Eco-Max make scented or unscented spray cleaners—no streaks and no toxins.
Star Cleaning Power
If you loved him in St. Elsewhere, you’ll love him even...
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Prabhjit Banga |
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The holidays are here- tis the season to entertain! It’s the time for family get togethers, dinners and work parties. This year, when planning your holiday party, keep in mind your green etiquette. You’ll find you not only conserve resources; you’ll save some green as well.
Starting with the...
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Cheryl Gudz |
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Guess what time of year is near?
The December holidays can mean many things – time off work, religious rituals, good times with family and friends, and hopefully some rest and relaxation.
It can be wonderful but sometimes a little stressful, especially when it comes to the gift-giving...
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Cheryl Gudz |
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I knew what I was getting into when I bought my one room studio apartment– a converted hard loft with big windows, loads of charm…and a challenging floor plan.
The space was all I needed and suitable for my desire to live a green lifestyle. At barely 500 square feet, I thought my space was as...
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Prabhjit Banga |
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Are you thinking about refreshing your indoor surroundings? If it’s time for a fresh coat of paint, consider your options. More paints are being introduced that are better for your health and environment.
Buh-Bye VOC’s
Being environmentally conscious when selecting paint and related products...
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Prabhjit Banga |
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As summer approaches, there's no better time to get going on your gardening. However, when working in the yard, don't forget about the impact your personal garden can have on the environment. The average lawn uses six times the hazardous chemicals per acre as conventional farming. Per hour of...
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Martine Gagne |
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Whereas certain municipalities limit the right to use a clothesline, other citizens take advantage of this good old fashioned method to contribute - with a simple action - to the fight against climate change.
The drier alone makes up 3 to 6% of our total electric bill[1]. During spring and summer,...
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Cheryl Gudz |
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“Take the long way home” sang the super-group Supertramp. I say take the long way up — or down.
Do you work in multi-story office building? Go to the mall where there is a staircase beside the escalators? Live in a multi-residential building?
I am an able-bodied person who wants to...
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