Everything is Connected
Everything is Connected
Back in 2019 I was invited to the local high school to discuss with the students about their ideas on living sustainably and creating some sustainable projects around the school, and to this day it has proven to be one of the happier decisions I’ve made. 1. Building a Sustainable Future: The Inception of Eco-Friendly […]
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Here are some pics of the repair cafe on Saturday, our youngest volunteer is 8 years old. We had a success of 100 percent in repairs this go around, that’s a first. The students sat down and created an Excel spreadsheet to help track things: customer name, email, phone, what item they brought in and
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During the October 16, 2018 meeting of the Sustainable Black Diamond Advisory Committee I had presented the concept of creating and having an ongoing Repair Cafe for the local community. It was received well and the committee worked hard on the initiative. As the only longest running locally operated cafe we have put on an
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GREY WATER Grey water is the wastewater that is generated from household activities such as laundry, dish washing, and bathing. While grey water is not suitable for drinking, it can be reused for non-potable purposes such as watering plants, flushing toilets, and washing cars. Grey water reuse is an excellent way to conserve water and
utilization of grey water in our homes is critical now more than ever Read More »
The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system is a widely recognized and respected standard for green building design, construction, and operation. Adopting LEED Silver as a building code for a municipality in Alberta can bring numerous benefits to both the environment and the community. In this blog post, we’ll explore the reasons
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E-waste Recycling Managing Electronic Waste (E-Waste) in Alberta: Tips for Ecologically Sound Disposal The rapid development of technology has brought about numerous electronic devices that have made our lives easier. However, the convenience that these gadgets offer has also led to an increase in the volume of e-waste. E-waste refers to electronic products that have
tips for Managing E-Waste in Alberta: Read More »
Granting The Canadian Government, through the Natural Resources Canada website, offers grants for eligible retrofits that include home insulation, windows and doors, air sealing, and mechanical and renewable energy systems such as solar. These initiatives help us to create a greener, more efficient home environment, thereby saving money on heating and energy costs. An Ener-Guide
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Start reducing your carbon footprint and saving on energy bills by improving your lighting—one of the easiest and quickest changes to make. Lights are the most visible and an easy source to recognize as an energy user. Walk through your home and quickly inventory the bulbs in use. You then simply plug a few numbers
helping to REDUCE YOUR home’s energy LIGHTING FOOTPRINT Read More »
The average monthly utilities cost in Alberta is $362.50. Alberta is the only province in which the market determines the price of power and most of the power generation is based on fossil fuels (43% from coal and 49% from natural gas). Renewables, such as wind, solar, hydro, and geothermal, represent the remaining 8% of
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In recent years, 3D printing has become increasingly popular and accessible to the general public. This technology has not only revolutionized the manufacturing industry but has also created new opportunities for communities. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits and progress within a community using 3D printing. Democratizing Manufacturing 3D printing has democratized
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