Backyard Birding for Beginners
Birds are such fascinating creatures. As an environmentalist and a photographer, I am always raving about the wildlife there is to see in Waterloo and …
Birds are such fascinating creatures. As an environmentalist and a photographer, I am always raving about the wildlife there is to see in Waterloo and …
Saving energy can be tough when you don’t have the ability to make big changes to your home. Tenants may be stuck with a rickety …
Our household is on a mission to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions from operating our home. In doing so, we are helping to build …
There are significant, long lasting and extremely harmful environmental changes being considered and enacted by the provincial government. One thing is clear: now is the …
Bill 23 and the Greenbelt: It’s time to take action Read More »
When the inner pane of the old aluminum window fell apart in her home, Joyce fixed the draft by wedging a pool noodle in the …
What do batteries, toothpaste tubes and old shirts have in common? None of them can go in your blue bin — but they can be …
Exploring the Circular Economy in Waterloo Region Read More »
Every year during the Zero Waste Challenge, we get the same question: how do I get *insert pet name here* to go zero-waste? Helping our furry …
Babies lead to a ton of waste! Here are some realistic tips from a new parent.
October is my favourite time of year. Besides the beautiful fall colours and cool temperatures, watching scary movies and planning out my Halloween costume is …
We’re lucky in Waterloo Region (and in southern Ontario more generally) to have easy access to some great conservation areas, parks, and other natural areas. These …