Sustainability is increasingly being adopted as a lifestyle choice. With intention, it can be woven into almost all of our daily decisions as we transition from lives of convenience to lives of environmentally conscious choices. What does it mean to live sustainably? Sustainable living is achieved by making choices that help us reduce our environmental...
In Canada, almost 82% percent of the population now live in cities and towns. As climate change is increasingly experienced by us at the local level, municipalities are at the frontline of the effort against climate change. Local governments understand community needs and can take concrete measures which ripples outward to its residents. We are...
In our last article, “Nature is Essential to HOPE,” we stressed the importance of connecting to nature. That sense of awe we feel when comparing our smallness to the grandeur of the natural world centers us. It fosters pro-social attitudes, making us more likely to act with care toward one another and toward the planet....
We pay more, think less, and live on auto-play. Convenience has become a way of life. From pre-cut vegetables to next-day delivery, society is creating a culture that prioritizes instant gratification and convenience over long-term sustainability. While our convenient lifestyle offers us ease, it’s also created a disposable culture. Convenience damages the environment with products...
Our kitchen is full of microplastics that we eat, breathe and drink every day. They are in our vegetables, meat and tap water. Here’s the Problem It is estimated that we ingest about five grams of microplastics per week, roughly equivalent to the mass of a credit card. We are becoming plastic people. Exposure to chemicals...
In a world grappling with climate crises, economic instability and growing social unrest, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by problems that seem distant and beyond our control. When I find myself in this mindset, I shift focus: I reflect on what I can influence, I connect with loved ones, show gratitude, and support for my...
In September, Greys for Green happily assisted with tree planting in Phase I of the new Micro-forest in Hillside Park in Alliston. As part of its commitment to environmental stewardship, the Town of New Tecumseth is revitalizing a portion of Hillcrest Park with a native-based micro-forest, a densely planted area of trees, shrubs and perennials...
The scientific consensus is clear: human activity, particularly the burning of fossil fuels, is accelerating global warming and triggering climate disruptions. In 2024, the concentration of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere reached 427 ppm, representing 3341 gigatons of CO2. This is an increase of 50% since the start of the Industrial Revolution, up from 280 ppm...
During the past election, all politicians were outspoken about the need for more affordable housing. Canada stands at a critical point in addressing the housing crisis. There is urgency to build, baby, build. Many Ontario municipalities are faced with the challenge of the provincial government’s mandated growth targets which will see some populations double by...
Until I learned that there was plastic in my toothpaste, I didn’t understand the health risks of the pervasive microplastics and their toxic chemicals in my environment and, to my horror, my body. We eat and breathe plastic everyday, and it’s unavoidable. Plastic Free July is a time for us to pledge to reduce our...
