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What’s an Electrical Transfer Switch — You Might Want One What’s an Electrical Transfer Switch—And Why You Might Want One If you’ve ever lost power during a winter storm, you’ve probably considered getting a generator. But here’s the catch: running a generator without a proper connection means dragging extension cords through windows and only powering […]
Choosing Home Insulation: Pros/Cons & Costs Here’s a breakdown of the most common types. Choosing Home Insulation: Pros & Cons & Costs – Estimated Price CAD/sq ft) Types of Home Insulation: Pros, Cons, and Costs Choosing insulation comes down to budget, climate, and how your home is built. Some materials are better for attics. Others […]
Understanding Energy Star Ratings for Appliances How to Read the EnergyGuide Label (That Big Yellow Sticker) So you’re standing in an appliance aisle (or scrolling online) and see that yellow label. It might look a little technical at first, but here’s how to make sense of it in 3 quick steps. Look at the Estimated […]
cc5b9Quiz: Is your Brain Environmentally Friendly? You believe in sustainability, but why does making small changes feel surprisingly hard? This short quiz may help you find what might be getting in your way and how to overcome it. It’s designed to spark thought, discussion, and reflection, not to replace professional advice. If you are experiencing […]
Switching from liquid to bar soap should be simple—but for many of us, it feels wrong. This article explores why that is, and how to make the transition smoother.
Chapter 2: Eating Sustainably: Foods with High Carbon Footprints Chapter 2: Eating Sustainably: Foods with High Carbon Footprints. What experts mean when they say that not all foods carry the same environmental weight. Foods with High Carbon Footprints Some have a significantly larger footprint, particularly in greenhouse gas emissions, land use, water consumption, and pollution. […]
Chapter 1: A Primer on Sustainable Eating This primer on sustainable eating is a beginning. Understanding the problems and the terms experts use, and how to make changes that are appropriate to you. Sustainable eating isn’t about strict rules. It’s about making better food choices. For the planet and, often, for our health. At its […]
TL;DR
CO₂e lets us compare the warming impact of all greenhouse gases in one simple number.
CO₂ = 1 apple
Methane = 28 apples
Nitrous oxide = 298 apples
1 kg of beef = 60 kg CO₂e
→ That includes burps, poop, fertilizer, diesel, and deforestation.
→ That’s 60 apples’ worth of warming for every steak.
Rethinking the Roof: Eco-Friendly Options That Make Sense Roof Types – Energy Efficiency and Sustainability. Let’s be honest: most of us don’t think about our roof unless it’s leaking, or someone is trying to sell us shingles. But that big surface over your head? It can do more than keep the rain out. Eco-friendly roofs […]
Three Ways to Lose the Lawn Reimagining Your Lawn: And you don’t have to rip up your entire lawn to make a meaningful change. It may be time for your yard to do more for the planet and pollinators. Or, you’re too tired to mow. It could be time to improve your sense of peace. […]