Nikki is an author and writer specializing in green living ideas and tips, adventure travel, upcycling, and all things eco-friendly. She's traveled the globe, swum with sharks and been bitten by a lion (fact). She lives in a tiny town with a fat cat and a very bad dog.
With all the scary stories about VOCs in paint and cancer-causing chemicals in everything from teething toys to baby powder, you may be nervous about the prospect of creating a safe environment for the new addition to your family. Well, rest assured (while you can still get some sleep) because we’re here to help you create a healthy space for your sprog.
Tiny houses tick all the right boxes; they are sustainable and versatile, they are portable and functional and (perhaps most importantly) they allow you to own a home without shackling yourself to a mortgage for the next twenty years.
If you have decided to go with solar power in your home, you are on your way to independence from the utility company. It is crucial that you do everything to understand not just how solar power can be used, but the technicalities that you need to expect.
A staple in the green living arsenal, the seed bombs are ready made planting factories just waiting for a friend to toss them in a bit of dirt (then again, who isn’t?) These clever little creations are seeds which have been encapsulated with soil and bound in clay. If you are walking down the street and spy a little crack in the pavement, just toss your seed bomb into any crevice or patch of soil you find. With the first rains, your seed bomb will bloom into a lovely flower, veggie or herb. Here's how to make your own...
There are several ways your renovations can also reduce utility costs in the future. Reduce your energy bills and save with these great energy-saving reno tips.
Many homeowners are now turning to solar technology to make their homes more sustainable and so that their residential solar arrays can add to the value of their homes. We take a look at why residential solar installations are the way forward.
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