Sustainable Living

From Roofs to Resilience: How Rainwater Harvesting Can Save Millions of Litres

Why a Follow-Up Now? In our last post, we looked at why it’s time to move Beyond Green Lawns. Today, we take the next step: asking what happens when every household in our community captures rainwater instead of relying solely on treated municipal water. The answer is powerful: millions of litres saved, greater resilience during […]

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Beyond Green Lawns 2025: resilient Yards, Water-Smart Future

Why This Update Matters Last year, we explored why it was time to move beyond green lawns. That message is even more urgent today. Southern Alberta, like many regions across Canada, is facing hotter summers, extended droughts, and growing pressure on municipal water supplies. The lush turfgrass lawns once seen as a symbol of pride

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Sustainability in Action: Building a Self-Sufficient Community

In a world that often feels driven by convenience and consumption, the idea of building a truly self-sufficient, sustainable community can feel daunting. But here’s the thing: sustainability isn’t some distant, unattainable dream. It’s achievable, practical, and within our reach—especially when we focus on using local resources and tapping into the power of community-driven solutions.

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“Sowing Sustainability: awesome Student innovation at local High School”

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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tips for Managing E-Waste in Alberta:

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

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YOUR NEW Greener Homes Grant Program

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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