FAMILIES GO GREEN FOR BLUE

Small actions add up to big changes!

CANN’s Families community puts family fun, front and centre

We all want to try harder to reduce carbon pollution.  It may seem overwhelming at times, but by adding on actions, one step at a time, together we can make a huge difference.

·       Join our mailing list to get our quarterly newsletter and email bulletins (click the button below!)

·       Follow us on Social Media and check out our weekly hacks!  Pick One or Two!

·       Join our Facebook Group – gogreenforblue and share your ideas and events

·       Lower your carbon footprint and ramp up your savings (See 9 energy saving tips below)

 MAKE THE LEAP INTO SPRING

This Spring, join us in our campaign to ditch the grass and naturalize our yards. It’s easier than you think!

 Visit us at the Thornbury Farmers’ Market – Every Sunday from Victoria Day Weekend to June 29th.

Pick up your FREE clover seeds       Fun activities for the youngsters

 

·       Bee-friendly activities for World Bee Day – May 18

·       Build a Bug Hotel with Kim Harris – May 25

·       Environment week – focus on plastics – June 1

·       Dads - check out the fantastic red wrigglers with Anna-Marie – June 15

 Let us know how you’re getting on!  Just email us a photo of your efforts, no matter how big or small. And we will feature your photos in our July Newsletter. Email:  CANNTBM@gmail.com

 We’ve got tips and tricks to help you lower your carbon footprint and ramp up your savings!

For more ideas on reducing carbon pollution – at home and in our community, check out our list of To Do’s and More To Do’s in our Resources section.

Join us in our climate action campaign to reduce C02 and work together towards a greener community!

Join our network of families involved in local climate action and environmental improvement

Save money by conserving energy use and more! (See our Top Tips below!)

Top Energy Savings you can do at home

Tip 1 - Use appliances off-peak

Being aware of the Ontario time-of-use rates gives you the opportunity to avoid peak hours and reduce your monthly utilities. The price difference is so significant that it can get more than two times higher from off-peak hours to peak hours!

Tip 2 - Wash laundry in cold water

Not only can it can help preserve the color and quality of your garments over time, during the summer months, washing in cold water can also help reduce your energy bills by requiring less hot water usage.

Tip 3 - Air-dry your laundry

A 2023 study suggests that air-drying clothing can reduce your climate impact by up to 67%, with machine-drying clothing accounting for around 75% of laundry’s total carbon footprint.

Tip 4 - Turn off lights

Reducing your energy usage by turning off your lights is an excellent way to reduce your carbon footprint. Electricity generation is one of the biggest sources of carbon emissions that contribute to climate change.

Tip 5 - Replace Bulbs with LED’s

ENERGY STAR® certified LEDs are up to 90% more efficient than incandescent bulbs, and they last at least 15 times longer. No question, installing LED bulbs will help you save money on your energy bill and you can say goodbye to constantly buying replacement bulbs.

Tip 6 - Programmable Thermostat

Every step towards using less energy contributes to a smaller carbon footprint, and programmable thermostats play a significant role in this endeavor. By optimizing heating and cooling systems to run only when needed, these devices reduce the overall energy consumption of a household.

Tip 7 - Keep Air Filters/Ducts clean

Cleaning the ducts regularly keep the air filters working well. It makes the air flow better and your heating and cooling system run more efficiently. Clean air filters are essential for capturing pollutants and preventing them from recirculating through your home.

Tip 8 - Find and seal drafts

Drafts and more air flowing in means your HVAC system has to work a little harder to maintain your home's temperature. That means higher energy bills for you. Seal your windows, and you won't have that problem. In fact, you'll have more money in your pocket.

Tip 9 - Unplug minimal use appliances

Energy experts estimate that approximately 10 percent of the average household electric bill is due to phantom energy loads, and by making some small changes you can instantly reduce your monthly payments.