So…it’s spring!! And if you happened to follow the tips on our blog from last week, you’re thinking about a little spring cleaning (or maybe you’ve just checked that off your list!). If you’ve gone through all the closets and cupboards in your home and discovered that it’s...
Can ice in Canada contribute to global warming? You bet. The country is home to nearly 8,000 indoor and outdoor ice arenas. One innovative sustainable solution comes from REALice, a water treatment system that uses unheated water to resurface ice rinks
Heavy coats and sweaters – you’re out! Boots, gloves and mittens, mud, dirty tracks through the house – they’re all a thing of the past! Spring is finally upon us! Longer days, sunshine, gentle breezes, flowers, and…oh yeah, cleaning. This year, let’s do more than just dust...
We’re betting your sweet tooth hasn’t received much love and affection since the Valentine’s Day chocolates were devoured back in February. Maybe it’s time to address the sugar fix and mix up some deliciously fun and creative Easter-themed desserts that can be made at home....
Thrift shopping isn’t for the faint of heart. It requires tenacity, dedication, time, and luck. The good news: there are a host of reasons why you need to embrace the thrift shop, second-hand, consignment shop experience. In these shops, you’ll likely score unique finds at...
There are plenty of ways to make your bathroom more eco-friendly. If you go a step further and make a few bathroom renovations that will last, it can make a big difference for the planet.
Living a sustainable lifestyle often comes with some startup costs. While the lifestyle changes - switching to a hybrid car, buying disposable bags, installing a programmable thermostat and other green initiatives - will save you big money over time, they often require an up...
There’s something beautiful about going to the gas station, filling up your car and not maxing out your credit card. The past few months have given drivers a serious break at the pump, with gas prices dropping to levels not seen in more than a decade. While this has consumers...
Some mornings you wake up and think, “Need. Big. Coffee. Now.” So you overzealously brew yourself a full pot and only drink a cup (or two!) of it. You could pour the remaining joe down the drain, which is slightly wasteful. Green up your morning and reuse your leftovers in a...
The big game is approaching and this year it takes place in Santa Clara California. Just Energy has put together some eco-friendly travel ideas for your trip to the big game or any other time of the year.
