Have a happy and green Thanksgiving
Those of you in the US are on your final stretch to Thanksgiving (Canadians had their version back in October). This will be a special and exciting time for many and there are lots of things you can do to make it greener, healthier and better for the planet. Read the rest of this entry »
Mercury, coal and electricity – the poison in our air, water and food
UPDATED 2nd November, 2010
While we are aware of the risks of mercury poisoning that comes with eating fish, other sources for mercury exposure – most significant being emissions from coal-fired power plants – are not as well known. Read the rest of this entry »
How to have a greener Halloween – news and tips roundup
It’s that time again. Halloween is upon us and we get into the usual holiday gluttony and waste. BUT lets not be a bunch of killjoys. Whether you’re a party animal looking forward to dressing up and getting downright s*#t-faced or you’re planning a family Halloween, there are lots of things you can do to be greener and more environmentally-friendly. So here’s the weekend round up of some useful and interesting ideas. Read the rest of this entry »
Danger to marine life, humans and the environment – PBDEs are everywhere
UPDATED 25th October, 2010
Polybrominated Diphenylethers (also known as PBDEs) have been used for decades as fire retardants. While these chemicals may have served a useful purpose, they are also hazardous to humans and to the environment – especially the ocean. Read the rest of this entry »
Junk mail – lets stop this wasteful exercise
We hate junk mail. They clog our mailboxes, waste our time and they’re an assault on the environment. But too often, we’re complacent and accept the problem as just another annoying feature of daily life. Read the rest of this entry »
E waste – don’t add to the mountain
UPDATED September 27th, 2010
Consumers love their digital toys and electronic gadgets. We can’t get enough of them and wait with baited breath for the next new thing to arrive on the scene. The sad consequence of our love of gadgets and the latest technology is the mountains of old and discarded items. Read the rest of this entry »
Greenwashing – don’t buy it
Updated 23rd September, 2010
Whether you’re new to the green lifestyle or you’re a committed long-term supporter of environmental causes, you know the importance of purchasing products responsibly. In today’s marketplace, there is no shortage of consumer products that promise to benefit the environment. However, determining which of these products and companies are REALLY providing a benefit to the environment and which are simply using it as a marketing gimmick can be difficult. Read the rest of this entry »
