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Do climate change threats de-motivate us to protect the environment?

Do climate change threats de-motivate us to protect the environment?

May 17, 2011

The threat of possible death from climate change may paradoxically reduce our motivation to protect the environment, according to a new psychology study conducted in Germany.


Living Well on a Low Carbon Diet

Living Well on a Low Carbon Diet

May 12, 2011

High levels of energy consumption and carbon emissions are not necessary for high standards of living, according to a new study. In recent decades, the same human needs have been met with ever decreasing energy and carbon levels.


The Future is now. An EPIC Adventure Opens This Week

The Future is now. An EPIC Adventure Opens This Week

May 11, 2011

EPIC - The Vancouver Sun Sustainable Living Expo opens this week and the world as you know it may never be the same. Western Canada's largest lifestyle show for the eco-conscious consumer, EPIC will feature inspiring ideas and products, entertainment, and smart shopping.


Consumers Never Liked to Pay More for Green to Begin With

Consumers Never Liked to Pay More for Green to Begin With

May 03, 2011

A New York Times cover story recently declared "As Consumers Cut Spending, 'Green' Products Lose Allure." It's a nice headline and makes it sound like the green product and business movement is in trouble. The story, while interesting, doesn't change the reality for business.


Lufa Farms - Re-Inventing Farming for the Urban Age

Lufa Farms - Re-Inventing Farming for the Urban Age

April 21, 2011

Montreal company awaits its first crop of tomatoes, cucumbers and herbs grown in a vast greenhouse perched on top of an office building, and billed as the world's first rooftop garden farm.


British Columbians Caring Less About Retailers’ Environmental Actions

British Columbians Caring Less About Retailers’ Environmental Actions

April 20, 2011

Even though a majority of BC consumers (67%) feel a retailer's environmental actions are an important consideration when deciding where to shop, significantly fewer feel this way than in previous years.


"Easy on the greens, please, we're Canadian"

"Easy on the greens, please, we're Canadian"

April 18, 2011

Even though there is continuous improvement in Canadian attitudes towards a sustainable development approach, only 37% of us are willing to pay extra for products that are more environmentally friendly.


Agriculture: The Unlikely Earth Day Hero

Agriculture: The Unlikely Earth Day Hero

April 18, 2011

This Earth Day, Worldwatch Institute's Nourishing the Planet team recommends 15 ways that agriculture can address environmental challenges while also alleviating hunger, reducing malnutrition, and lifting people out of poverty.


Love My Stuff - How to break your unhealthy relationship with clutter

Love My Stuff - How to break your unhealthy relationship with clutter

April 13, 2011

Three in four Ontarians love their clutter too much to get rid of it, according to a new survey, Professional organizer and TV host Hellen Buttigieg declares "Break Up With Your Stuff Weekend"


Understand when 'green' means premium - and when it requires a discount

Understand when 'green' means premium - and when it requires a discount

April 12, 2011

Consumers are demanding products with a lighter environmental footprint, and this market demand, coupled in some cases with increasing regulation around recycling, reuse and waste streams, means many firms are re-examining the environmental impact of their products.


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