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Environmental Lifetime Achievement Award, Paul Parker | Green Communities Canada 2019
Reep Green Solutions’ is the GCC’s 2019 Green Community of the Year. In this profile, we honour Paul Parker who won the Environmental Lifetime Achievement Award for his years at Reep and his efforts in the sustainability community. As we celebrate our 20 year history here at Reep Green Solutions, we thought it would be most fitting to recognize some of the individuals who have helped bring Reep to life and have nurtured it over the years. To kick off our highlights, we are honoured to put a spotlight on Reep Green Solutions’ co-founder and longtime board member Paul Parker, who has devoted… Continue Reading Environmental Lifetime Achievement Award, Paul Parker | Green Communities Canada 2019
Climate Action as Spiritual Transformation
The other day my colleague Dave Blake sent this quote around to the managers at Reep Green Solutions. “I used to think that top environmental problems were biodiversity loss, ecosystem collapse and climate change. I thought that thirty years of good science could address these problems. I was wrong. The top environmental problems are selfishness, greed and apathy, and to deal with these we need a cultural and spiritual transformation. And we scientists don’t know how to do that,” – Gus Speth, American climate scientist. I’ve been thinking a lot lately about a “cultural and spiritual transformation.” At Reep… Continue Reading Climate Action as Spiritual Transformation
Earth Day 2019 | List of Things to do in Waterloo Region for Earth Day
Looking for something to do on Earth Day? How about the rest of the week? We’ve got you covered with a comprehensive list of the special events and activities happening in Kitchener, Waterloo and Cambridge on the week of the April 22nd and Earth Day 2019! Some activities may require registration or other important information, be sure to click the link to the accompanying website to find out more. EARTH DAY SHORELINE CLEAN-UP What: Preston Flats is often littered with garbage from upstream after spring flooding. Join in cleaning up the shoreline on which numerous birds and other wildlife depend. … Continue Reading Earth Day 2019 | List of Things to do in Waterloo Region for Earth Day
Shrinking Your Carbon Footprint is Simpler Than You Think
There are many voices out there that claim to help you reduce your carbon footprint. Project Neutral is one of the only practical tools that tells you your personal carbon footprint based on local data AND offers you actions you can take to reduce it. Our personal carbon footprint comes primarily from transportation, homes, and food. Decarbonizing our lifestyle is actually quite simple! Transportation For transportation, shrinking your carbon footprint is a two step process. The first stage involves reconsidering your travel needs. Some trips may be possible by active transportation such as biking. Public transit may work for… Continue Reading Shrinking Your Carbon Footprint is Simpler Than You Think
Finding a Perfect Match: Right Tree for the Right Place
A tree is an investment that gives back in benefits for decades. But with hundreds of trees to choose from, how do you decide which is best for your location? At this FREE workshop you will be guided through the process of selecting a tree that will thrive on your property. We’ll go through the decision making process looking at some of these questions: Do I want shade, privacy, spring flowers, fall colours or winter interest? Do I want to attract songbirds? Is the soil dry or is it damp? How close can my tree be to the house or… Continue Reading Finding a Perfect Match: Right Tree for the Right Place
FRESH AIR FEAST: 20th Anniversary Community Celebration
We’re turning 20! Pull on your brightest green outfits and get ready for a day of fun in celebration of 20 years of local environmental impact in Waterloo Region! Reep Green Solutions is an environmental charity that helps people live sustainably. For the last 20 years we’ve worked to empower people to address and adapt to climate change. What better way to cap off the summer than celebrating with than an outdoor, zero waste* party? Event Details: What: A near zero waste, community celebration of Reep Green Solutions When: Saturday, September 14th, 11AM – 2PM Where: Waterloo Park, Bandshell Field Who: You! Your family, friends and co-workers… Continue Reading FRESH AIR FEAST: 20th Anniversary Community Celebration
Fruit Trees for Beginners
This introductory lecture is ideal for beginners interested in where to get started with growing your own fruit trees (and shrubs) in your yards. Fruit trees not only provide us with food but with all of their flowers they also benefit our pollinator friends. Topics covered include: choosing your tree and where to plant it, pruning to encourage fruit, and ways to prevent and address common problems, such as pests and diseases. This demonstration is for those wanting to grow fruit trees and don’t know where to start in the endless sea of information. Click HERE to Register for this… Continue Reading Fruit Trees for Beginners
