BPA Free is a new running Greenthinkers feature where we discuss BPA, link to BPA-related pieces in the news, and also discuss and review all the BPA-free products you can handle. Enjoy your new BPA-free life. It’s no secret that we’re fans of Aladdin products. These are good people who ...

Much attention has been given to eBooks, but we’ve been hard pressed to come across anything said about their environmental benefits. So here we are. eBooks are pretty much on par with reusable bottles and bags in terms of their ability to give consumers affordable, green buying alternatives. ...

The Canadian Cancer Society has launched an online handbook that details the environmental substances known to or suspected of causing cancer and what people can do to limit their exposure. Entitled “The Environment, Cancer and You,” the handbook discusses asbestos, radon gas, electromag...

Pending our review of the new monster on the block, let’s look at the Clear2O, another new water pitcher with a filter that goes right from the fridge to the table. Clear20 uses compressed carbon, which reduces chlorine taste and odour, lead, cysts and certain volatile organic chemicals. It...

Summer is a great time to host a backyard party or a barbeque. Here are ways to make it a great experience for all - even your neighbors: Be Responsible - Make sure you do not serve alcohol to guests under 21; that you are within your town’s noise ordinance; that your guests don’t speed ...

Today’s Guest Tipster is Gray Cargill, the author of SoloFriendly.com , a blog for solo travelers. A lifelong resident of Vermont, Gray has expertise in the areas of solo travel, with a special passion for Las Vegas. Company’s coming! Are you prepared? Here are Gray’s top tips on h...

Editor’s note: Our friends at Low Impact Living point out 10 ways you can save energy this summer. This post was originally published on June 10th, 2008. The heat of summer is coming, and that means many of us are about to crank up the AC, make an extra batch of ice, and generally burn energy ...

Before going out and spending money on expensive beauty treatments and products, try using products you probably already have in your kitchen.: Use Sugar And Salt As Exfoliators - Sugar and salt make great exfoliators; just mix them with some oil or water, rub on to your skin and rinse. If you do us...

Recent news such as the Megan Meier cyber bullying case, a Washington kidnapping and numerous child porn arrests have highlighted the need for increased Internet safety for children. But the best protection starts at home, with parents or guardians. Here are ways to keep your child safe online: Moni...

If you’re in the mood to have a party, why not try something almost everyone enjoys - ice cream! Here are tips on having a successful ice-cream sundae party: Buy Basic Ice Cream - There’s no need to get fancy with the ice cream - that’s what mixing the toppings is for! Buy three or...