Environmentally Friendly Resources

This page will list environmentally friendly resources for your convenience. They will be categorized according to the relevant web-page on this site where you can go to learn more about the topic or product. Generally, the first link in each category will be the page on this site. These environmentally friendly resources will be websites where you can find more specific information, environmentally friendly products or books etc. The Google ads can be extra resources but this site does not necessarily endorse the merchants presented in the Google ads.

Real Goods Solar are real experts in the field of alternative energy. They provide systems for solar, wind and hydro power generation; and the converters and storage necessary for home use. They are very knowledgeable and will assist you to design the best system for your needs.

Alternative Energy University provide a full range of courses on alternative energy installation as well as a wide range of products for generating electricity.

Evolve Green is an established Canadian company that carries a wide range of wind turbines. They ship to Canada, the U.S. and many international locations.

They are located in Canada and ship to the U.S.

Green Organic carry organic makeup, clothing, bedding, towels and personal use products.

It is the largest shipper of organic products in Canada and they ship to the U.S. as well.

Autonomie Project is and excellent source for organically grown cotton. Their products are all fair trade ensuring that the people who made the products receive adequate payment. Products include: footwear, t-shirts, winter wear, bags and purses.

They are located in the U.S. and ship to Canada.

Terra Naturals have created a full range of all-natural under arm deodorants.

They ship to U.S. and Canada.

Mountain Rose Herbs is another company that carries a wide range of organic products. They provide many personal-use products that contain essential oils; and are all natural with no petroleum derivatives. They also carry organically certified bulk herbs, teas, essential oils and even bulk cosmetic ingredients. They have been providing these high quality products for over twenty years.

They ship to the U.S. and Canada.

Petacular carry good quality pet food and other pet supplies.

They are located in Canada and ship to the U.S..

Green Organic carry a type of plastic bag that is made from cornstarch and will break down very quickly in the environment.

They are located in Canada and ship to the U.S..

Bring Your Own Bag carry a wide range of attractive, reusable cloth bags.

They are located in Canada and ship to the U.S..

A Mother's Touch Diapers carry a full range of Kleen Kanteen water bottles as well as Sigg bottles.

They are located in Canada and ship to the U.S..

Non Hybrid Seeds carry a very complete line of organic non-hybrid seed including everything from vegetables to fruit trees

They are located in the U.S. and ship to Canada.

Sea Crop carry a concentrate of sea-water which contains 80 naturally occurring minerals that assist plant growth. It is approved for organic use. They are located in the U.S. and ship to Canada
Organic Food for Everyone to read about growing, buying, shopping and cooking organically.

organic gardening how to blog provides information, tips, and resources for you and your organic garden needs."

Pest Control

Green Organic carry a totally natural pest control product for outdoors.

They are located in Canada and ship to the U.S.

A list of useful books:

• All New Square Foot Gardening: Grow More in Less Space! by Mel Bartholomew
• Carrots Love Tomatoes: Secrets of Companion Planting for Successful Gardening by Louise Riotte.
• Roses Love Garlic: Companion Planting and Other Secrets of Flowers by Louise Riotte.
• The Harrowsmith Illustrated Book of Herbs by Patrick Lima

www.tter.ca have a program for recycling discarded electronics are located in eastern Ontario.

www.greendisk.com are located in the U.S. and will also accept items from Canada.

www.craigslist.com can be used to sell unwanted items.

www.kijiji.ca can be used for selling items no longer needed.

www.freecycle.org is active in many communities all over North America for passing on usable but unwanted items free to people who want them.

The book Ecoholic: Your Guide to the Most Environmentally Friendly Information, Products and Services in Canada by Adria Vasil, is an excellent in depth look at environmental issues in Canada and how we can make wise environmentally friendly and healthier purchases.

Earth Imprints offer business promotional items with a conscience; including, clothing, recycled pens, growing promos, tote-bags, and other advertising specialties.

Frugal Living Tips Frugal Living Tips on how to lead a less wasteful lifestyle without debt, and still to be able to enjoy all the good things that life has to offer.

75 Ways To Save Gas

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