Green/Simple Living

Commercially grown potatoes can be full of toxins. Safer, home-grown heritage potatoes offer a cornucopia of rich flavours and colours to suit many dishes.

Feb 11, 2012 - Christy Burton

Read this article before buying a wood stove to end up with the right type, size, ash capacity, pipes, doors and much more.

Jan 22, 2012 - Christy Burton

Wet-felting soap - wrapping and permanently encasing soap with wool or fibers - is a creative home project that's child's play to craft and a treat to use.

Jan 10, 2012 - Claire Eddins

Dirty Secret: Manufactured household cleaners are toxic and unregulated for home use. "Cleaning Product Right to Know Act" informs unsuspecting families.

Nov 28, 2011 - Claire Eddins

Wondering how to make laundry soap? Try these homemade laundry detergent recipes for gel and powdered soap, plus a homemade stain remover recipe.

Sep 16, 2011 - Mia Carter

Observations from a country garden in the heart of Moray, in north-east Scotland.

Jul 19, 2011 - Doreen Taylor

The greening of fashion. Tips to live by plus future trends.

Jun 29, 2011 - James Gibson

"Self-Sufficiency" is an outstanding, well-written and well-illustrated guide to survival and skills of life. This book is about greener and simpler living.

Jun 18, 2011 - Donald Reinhardt

Create a tire swing and save a used tire from the landfill.

May 31, 2011 - Chasity Goddard

Organize a carpool for work, for your family, or for a social group. These free online tools will help make car sharing schedules much easier to organize.

Apr 15, 2011 - Tricia Edgar

Give green gifts to seniors for birthdays or Christmas such as iPads, battery chargers and gift cards to help them save energy and avoid collecting stuff.

Feb 26, 2011 - Lori Bosworth

Peak Oil is the point in time at which oil production reaches its maximum production rate, after which production sharply declines until an eventual stop.

Feb 20, 2011 - Chasity Goddard

With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a chicken casserole with sour cream that is the ultimate southern comfort food.

Feb 20, 2011 - Chasity Goddard

A simple 12V solar power system can power lighting and entertainment in a shed or outbuilding without running AC power to it.

Feb 17, 2011 - Richard Mudhar

The Green Bride Guide is essential reading for anyone planning an elegant, earth-friendly wedding. Green tips are provided from engagement to honeymoon.

Feb 14, 2011 - Kate Le Page

Here are some ideas for eco friendly gifts for everyone on your list. These unique gifts are sure to please.

Feb 8, 2011 - Laura Tompkins

Don't buy candy for your fitness loving, Eco-minded partner. A Juicer, a Gelly Roll Pillow or the perfect running shoe will make him happy.

Feb 2, 2011 - Vicki F. Chavis

Many homes have a paper shredder producing a material that is difficult to recycle. Find ten ways to reuse shredded paper in our daily living.

Jan 29, 2011 - Christine Moore

If you are looking for a unique gift idea that doesn't cost the earth, then try giving an eco-friendly gift

Jan 26, 2011 - Natasha Sheldon

Having a hard time finding the perfect present for the holidays or a special occasion? Consider a donation as a gift for the person who has everything.

Jan 17, 2011 - Mary Rayme

Make this Valentine's Day green with eco-friendly gift ideas. From sustainable chocolate to eco-friendly jewelry the best Valentine presents are green.

Jan 16, 2011 - Brenna Coleman

What are some easy steps to follow to save on gas usage and to lessen pollution from cars and vehicles?

Jan 9, 2011 - Mary Rayme

What is the EPA's Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule and how does it affect you? If you work on or live in a home built before 1978, you need to know.

Jan 8, 2011 - Chasity Goddard

How to reduce waste by using less. From using cloth bags, to not buying water bottles, there are lots of way to precycle to conserve natural resources.

Jan 6, 2011 - Mary Rayme

Laundry goes green: A rash leads the writer to a greener lifestyle through less use of clothes washing detergent and elimination of dryer sheets.

Jan 6, 2011 - Mary Rayme

Where can you shop online for great gift items that have little impact on the environment? Recycled and green sites offer a variety of choices online.

Jan 5, 2011 - Mary Rayme

Going green does not need to involve hefty expenses like solar panels and geothermal heating systems.

Jan 2, 2011 - Chasity Goddard

Bamboo is being used to manufacture clothing, sheets, blankets, and flooring. Is bamboo better than wood? What are the pluses and minuses of bamboo?

Jan 2, 2011 - Mary Rayme

Confused about what "going green" really means? You can live a greener life with these simple tips. Take small steps to live green today.

Jan 1, 2011 - Tamara Laschinsky

California will ban incandescent light bulbs, driving consumers to fluorescent bulbs with mercury, a health-hazard toxin for babies, pregnant women. Why?

Dec 30, 2010 - Christina Gregoire