Category: Eco-Friendly Practices

Pension payments, interest rates and funeral costs have changed significantly Some of the changes could cause a household's cost of living to rise in 2025Maria Domnina/Shutterstock The start of the new year brings with it a number of changes. The connection has previously made detailed changes in areas such as healthcare, residency and driving. Read… Continue reading Pensions, eco-subsidies and more

A homeowner was recently confused when his HOA denied his request to plant trees on his property. The reason for the rejection? A disruption of the “symmetry” of the neighborhood. In a recent Reddit post, the homeowner explained that the HOA rejected their proposal because the trees didn't meet the community's aesthetic standards. Instead, the… Continue reading Homeowner Confused About HOA's Allegedly Arbitrary Rules Regarding Landscaping Applications: 'Makes No Sense'

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A Redditor shared photos of a house for sale to the r/McMansionHell community and it was so outrageous that the user had to assure other Redditors that it was real. “5 bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, an $8.9 million monstrosity,” they wrote above pictures of the home, “$8.9 million home in Victoria, BC, no joke.” Photo credit:… Continue reading “You couldn’t pay me $8.9 million to live here.”

Brian Hayden is a homeowner in Ann Arbor, Michigan. As a long-time employee in the solar industry, he dreamed of becoming energy independent. In 2022 the dream became reality. The ball For Hayden, the panels were too expensive to justify—until he discovered a group discount in Ann Arbor through the Solarize campaign, according to Solar… Continue reading “It’s an amazing investment”

Improve your sleeping comfort and protect the planet at the same time! These sustainable pillow brands combine comfort, quality and environmentally conscious practices. From organic materials to innovative designs, here are six options that ensure a good night's sleep without harming the earth. What makes a sustainable pillow vegan? A sustainable pillow is considered vegan… Continue reading 6 Sustainable Pillow Brands for Your Eco-Friendly Bedroom

A lush green lawn is often seen as a sign of a well-maintained home, but a newly landscaped garden can be a more environmentally friendly and sensible use of outdoor space. An amateur gardener recently shared his garden makeover on Reddit, going from a useless, plain lawn to a vibrant, pollinator-friendly native garden. The homeowner… Continue reading Homeowner shares satisfying before-and-after photos of front yard makeover: 'It's beautifully done'

Lighting is a cornerstone of home design, setting the tone for every room and influencing the way we live, work and relax. In recent years, home lighting has evolved in exciting ways, combining cutting-edge technology with environmentally friendly materials and stylish design. From the rise of human-centered lighting that adapts to our natural rhythms to… Continue reading 6 top lighting trends that will brighten our spaces in 2025

Colorful Buri fans made by housewives Joy Soriano, founder of Zyrrah's Arts and Crafts, began her passion for local crafts in the 1970s. “I started trading various handmade Filipino products such as bags and shoes made from northern fabrics, designing my own shoes and bags and offering them to various foreign friends,” she says. Article… Continue reading 20 years of supporting local businesses

As environmental challenges converge with technological advances, one engineer is at the forefront of efforts to create a more sustainable future in manufacturing. Julius Adeyeraarmed with advanced engineering degrees and a commitment to environmental protection, is changing approaches to industrial production and smart home technology. The global plastic challenge The numbers are clear: global plastic… Continue reading From plastics to smart homes: How Julius Adeyera is pioneering green industry standards