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Net-Zero Homes Are Getting Simpler and Cheaper

David Dodge | Posted 05.21.2013 | Canada Business
David Dodge

When it comes to net-zero homes it too is an idea that seems more science fiction than anything, especially in the cold climes of Edmonton, Alberta. A home that produces as much energy as it consumes -- well that's just crazy.

50 Simple Things I Do To Reduce

Lisa Borden | Posted 05.15.2013 | Canada Impact
Lisa Borden

I must admit, I would have never guessed that reducing would have been a hobby of mine, but, once I started, I realized that I was good at it, and it felt good too. I hope that what I've done (so far, because it's a work in progress) inspires you on your own path of living a little bit lighter.

Lawrence Grassi Blazes a Low-Key but Effective Energy Conservation Trail

David Dodge | Posted 05.13.2013 | Canada Alberta
David Dodge

Lawrence Grassi was a trailblazer. An immigrant from Italy he was a respected mountaineer and guide who built and maintained many of the original trails throughout the mountains around Canmore, Alberta. Short of stature and eschewing alpine guide stereotypes for suspenders and hobnail boots Grassi was one of the key personalities in Canmore's early history. And the school that bears his name, Lawrence Grassi middle school, has blazed a trail much in its namesake's fashion. Nothing too fancy, but a lot of hard work and common sense can go a long way.

What Could I Have Done to Avoid Parkinson's?

Dr. Soania-Mathur | Posted 05.09.2013 | Canada Impact
Dr. Soania-Mathur

More than 15 years ago, at the start of my medical career and expecting my first child, the neurologist confirmed what the first clinician had suspected -- the tremor I had been experiencing over the preceding year was Young Onset Parkinson's Disease. Genetics seemed to have loaded the gun, but what exactly pulled the trigger?

How A Green Daycare Is Raising Green Kids

Dale Mikkelsen | Posted 04.22.2013 | Canada British Columbia
Dale Mikkelsen

The children born into one of Metro Vancouver's newest communities will live and learn in homes and schools that are at least LEED Gold. Their childcare centre, part of SFU's UniverCity, celebrates its first anniversary this month, and is expected to be certified as Canada's first Living Building - which is to say, the first building with a zero environmental footprint. These are youngsters who will believe, absolutely, that it is possible to live in a sustainable world because they will have spent their whole life in a sustainable community.

Earth Day: Sure I'll Recycle, Reduce, and Reuse... Except For That

Dileen Simms | Posted 04.25.2013 | Canada Living
Dileen Simms

On April 22, Canadians will join others across the globe to celebrate Earth day. We will take part in projects that highlight our particular concerns to improve life on our planet. I'm all about saving the planet, but there is still one eco-friendly thing I can't bring myself to do....

14 Little Things That Are Harming Our Planet

The Huffington Post Canada | Terri Coles | Posted 04.22.2013 | Canada Living

You might think you already know how to reduce your carbon footprint: walk or bike instead of driving, limit flights, recycle. And some of the little ...

Green Your Celebrations This Earth Day

Craig and Marc Kielburger | Posted 04.19.2013 | Canada
Craig and Marc Kielburger

Today, the challenge isn't finding green products, it's detecting greenwashing (companies misleading consumers with green PR but shoddy goods). In preparation for Earth Day on April 22, and with a nod to the Green Living Show held this past weekend in Toronto, we've compiled some of the show's featured products and services.

Treating Biodiesel Like a Microbrew

David Dodge | Posted 04.15.2013 | Canada Business
David Dodge

As you walk into the Cowichan Biodiesel Cooperative's processing facility in Duncan B.C., it really does look like a microbrewery. Tanks, pumps, hoses and other assorted machinery are all reminiscent of the brew master's trade. But unlike the yeasty, worty smell that you get at a brewery, the biodiesel processing facility has the faint hint of French fries.

If Your Office Is Too Hot or Too Cold, You're Not Alone

David Dodge | Posted 04.09.2013 | Canada
David Dodge

What are the two most common complaints from office workers? It's too hot, and it's too cold. These dichotomous complaints are symptoms of a wider problem. Not only do aging, poorly-designed office buildings do a terrible job at keeping the people within them comfortable, they are energy sieves that are expensive to operate and maintain.

I Prefer to Be Green Than to Make Green

Sofi Papamarko | Posted 03.28.2013 | Canada Impact
Sofi Papamarko

Would you take a 50 per cent pay cut to work on something you believed in? Two months ago, I did exactly that when I began working for Earth Day Canada. Coincidentally, I also started sleeping better at night. Because I'd rather be green than have it.

How Your Thermostat Can Save Energy and Money

David Dodge | Posted 05.18.2013 | Canada
David Dodge

While programmable thermostats have been around for quite awhile, the product category has seen a lot of upheaval and innovation in the past few years. Internet connectivity and mobile apps meant people could turn down the heat from across town and keep reliable data on their heating habits.

Westin Harbour Castle; A Home Away from Home

Amber Rehman | Posted 04.27.2013 | Canada Travel
Amber Rehman

  To find a good hotel that suits your family's needs is like looking for a second home. For our family the winner hands down has been the We...

How Sewage Is Heating Vancouver Homes

David Dodge | Posted 04.07.2013 | Canada British Columbia
David Dodge

This sewage heat recovery system in Vancouver is the first in North America, with the other systems in Oslo, Norway and Tokyo, Japan. It goes deep underground and it feels a bit like an ultra-modern cave troll lair from the future. The process has a couple of steps.

15 Ways to Spend Time -- Not Money -- This Valentine's Day

Lisa Borden | Posted 03.30.2013 | Canada Living
Lisa Borden

It's that time of year again, where for one "special" day we're reminded to celebrate our love for one another. Although I believe we shouldn't need a reminder, as a busy working mother of three, I'll take any excuse to spend more time with my family and do something special together.

25 Ways To Be Green In 2013

Yummy Mummy Club | Posted 03.16.2013 | Canada Impact
Yummy Mummy Club

The New Year is here and this is the time that many of us decide to make positive changes in our lives. No matter what shade of green you may be, the following list will hopefully give you some inspiration on how to make some eco-friendly changes for both your family and the environment.

Winterize Your Skin and Get a Holiday Glow

Candice Batista | Posted 02.18.2013 | Canada Style
Candice Batista

The holidays are upon us and in most cases all of us will eat and drink way too much sugar, salt and fat. These type of foods can wreak havoc on our skin. If you want your skin to glow this holiday season, here are a few tips and products that will do the trick, beautifully.

Is This the Greenest Campus in Canada?

David Dodge | Posted 02.03.2013 | Canada Business
David Dodge

Church Point, a little-known dot on the map in rural southern Nova Scotia, isn't exactly a tourist hotspot. But for sustainability nerds it's an unexpected haven. It's home to St. Anne University, or Université Sante Anne as it's called in French and it may be the greenest little university in Canada.

Some of What I've Learned in the Last Year

Natasha Koifman | Posted 01.16.2013 | Canada Living
Natasha Koifman

It's already November. Soon, we'll all begin looking forward to a new year, forming new hopes and goals around our calendar year. But, it's also a time to reflect on what we accomplished, to bank those new learnings and embrace the person we've become in 2012. Here are some of the things that I learned in 2012 and that I'll carry forward to the next year.

Natural Blemish Busters For a Clear Face

Candice Batista | Posted 01.09.2013 | Canada Style
Candice Batista

So many of the products that we use to help our skin are making it worse, in most cases they are filled with synthetic chemicals. Plant oils are a great way to help heal the skin. Before you apply anything to you face, make sure you are not allergic and check with your doc too.

Solar Bonds are Heating up the Investment Market

David Dodge | Posted 12.01.2012 | Canada Business
David Dodge

It might actually be easier to fit a camel through the eye of a needle than to find investments that not only produce a healthy return but also contribute to a better society. Enter Solar Bonds from SolarShare in Ontario. The investment side is solid. A $1,000 bond has a return of five per cent for five years. The kicker? That money is invested in getting solar energy projects up and running in Ontario.

Five Easy Ways To Go Green At The Cottage

Krystyn Tully | Posted 10.23.2012 | Canada Style
Krystyn Tully

If you're lucky, you're reading this with your feet propped up on a deck chair at a cottage, enjoying the last days of summer. Heading to the cottage is an increasingly popular Canadian pastime. While most people buy or rent cottages for peace and tranquility, more people in cottage country means more air, water, noise and light pollution.

In Portland, I Found Nothing to Mock

Beverley Golden | Posted 10.16.2012 | Canada Travel
Beverley Golden

Portland's reputation is certainly one to be proud of. It's known as one of the most ecologically conscious places in the world. Hundreds of grassroots environmental organizations are based in and around the city. They don't just pitch this as a possibility, they genuinely live it and value sustainable growth.

Eco Ways to Beat the Heat This Summer

Candice Batista | Posted 09.06.2012 | Canada Living
Candice Batista

I live in Toronto and right now I feel like I am going to melt. It's hotter than Haiti and many people are trying desperately to beat the heat. Here are a few things that you can do to help yourself, while also helping the environment. There are many eco-friendly ways to keep cool!

You Can be Clean And Green

Erin Charter | Posted 07.18.2012 | Canada Living
Erin Charter

Since I've made the move to non-toxic cosmetics, I've been getting a rather personal question: Don't you stink?The transition to natural deodorant is one of the most feared steps of the path to a less toxic lifestyle. Not everyone is willing to risk smelling bad to protect themselves and the environment from toxins.