How do you cut a home’s emissions in half? Keith and Arli tackled this challenge with their Kitchener home. They had a big challenge: their …
Insulation and a Heat Pump: A Climate Change Fighting Duo Read More »
Luckily for me, my work at Reep Green Solutions came in handy when I moved into my new rental this past January. I got into …
A Renter’s Guide to Planting a Pollinator Garden Read More »
It’s no secret that trees are an excellent piece to the puzzle of climate solutions. In our drive to make change, we’re seeing all kinds …
Introducing Tree Trust: Caring for Our Legacy Trees Read More »
Written by Jacqueline Haycraft Eco-anxiety is prevalent, especially among youth. A global survey of 10,000 young people found that 95% of youth are worried about …
Bringing More Climate Education to Schools: Introducing Kids Cutting Carbon! Read More »
From cards, to candy, to decorations and gifts, Valentine’s Day can quickly become one of the most wasteful days of the year. But it’s possible …
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Twenty-two years ago, winter cycling was something I did regularly. I got out of the habit when I moved to Kitchener, where there was more snow and less bicycle infrastructure than in Toronto, where I lived before. Walking just seemed safer. More separated bike lanes would change that.
Living more sustainably means making small changes that add up to big impacts, and New Years resolutions are one way to make those changes. As …
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With all the hubbub of the holidays, it’s tempting to follow the beaten path and let the season carry you away. But with a few small changes, it’s possible to reduce the impact of the holidays, lessen food waste and reduce consumption.
Written by Heather McDiarmid The Bottom Line: The climate crisis threatens the future well-being of my kids Waterloo Region has committed to reducing greenhouse gas …
Even greater comfort plus amazing energy and greenhouse gas emissions savings with a cold climate heat pump Our household is on a mission to cut …
The goal is a net zero energy home: a home in which annual renewable energy from rooftop solar panels can offset our total annual energy use for all operations in the home.