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Feb
17
2009
17
2009
Get off the addressed ad-mail lists
Filed in: Products & Services, Waste & RecyclingMany people have No Flyers and Junk Mail stickers but still receive junk mail that has their name on it. It takes a few easy steps to get off those lists.
Jan
15
2009
15
2009
Make your own window cleaner
Filed in: Products & ServicesMany harmful chemicals are released into the air and water from our cleaning products. Window cleaners are really easy to replace with chemical free alternative or make your own.
Dec
15
2008
15
2008
Clean or change your furnace filter
Filed in: Air Quality, Energy, Products & Services- A clean furnace filter will help to minimize your energy costs in the winter and maximize the efficiency of the furnace.
- For the best results, a furnace filter should be replaced or cleaned once a month, especially during the winter months.
- Reusable furnace filters are the best way to reduce waste and save money. If you have a replaceable filter, find out if a reusable option exists.
May
15
2008
15
2008
Save water and money with your toilet
Filed in: Products & Services, Water Conservation- Toilets are the single biggest water user in our homes and account for 34% of our water use.
- 1 in 4 toilets leak so test and fix yours regularly.
- To save water each flush, place a plastic bag full of water in your toilet tank.
- To modify your toilet, install a two-flush handle to give a big-flush, little-flush option (Available at the EcoStore).
- Upgrade to a new two-flush toilet and get a $50 rebate on your water bill.
Apr
19
2008
19
2008
Green Spring Clean
Filed in: Products & Services- The main sources of human exposure to toxic chemicals are the areas we once thought were safest: our own homes, offices and cars (Scientific American, Feb. 1998). Try to eliminate chemical based products in you home.
- Many companies offer green cleaning options which are usually non-toxic, bio-degradable and phosphate free
- You need just a few simple things to make you own cleaning products; vinegar, borax, baking soda and castile soap.
Dec
13
2007
13
2007
If you chose to have Christmas lights, make them LED
Filed in: Energy, Products & Services- In Alberta, the majority of our greenhouse gas emissions come from electricity generation. Any steps taken to reduce electricity use are beneficial especially during the 5pm-10pm peak hours.
- LED lights use only 0.04 watts per bulb; 1/10th the energy of mini-lights and 1/100th the energy of C-7 bulbs.
- LEDs last up to 10 times longer than incandescent lights.
- If you can’t make the switch to LEDs this year, seek exchange programs next year (i.e. Home Depot Holiday Light Exchange).
Nov
14
2007
14
2007
Purchase green gifts for Christmas
Filed in: Products & Services, ShoppingThe season of giving is upon us and though reducing the amount of gifts purchased during the season will have a great impact, so will buying green gifts.
May
14
2007
14
2007
Purchase chemical free cleaning products
Filed in: Products & Services, ShoppingBuy chemical-free cleaning products that are better for the environment, cheaper, and healthier for your home.