Chris Michael Burns
Chris Michael Burns is a screenwriter and journalist based in Toronto.
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- GREEN LIVING
10 Eco-Friendly Ways to Keep Your Home Cool This Summer
With summer comes sweltering heat and creeping AC bills. The heat doesn't have to overwhelm you. Here are some eco-friendly ways to keep your home cool this summer while keeping the power bills in check.10 Ways to Lower Your Energy Use While Working from Home
Working from home can cause an increase in your energy usage. Here are some creative and practical ways to reduce your power bills while working from homeHow to Live Zero-Waste During the Coronavirus
What is a zero-waste lifestyle and how does it help combat climate change? Learn how you can reduce, or eliminate waste during the COVID-19 lockdownGet Involved for Earth Day, April 22
If you're looking for some ways you and your family can take part in Earth Day celebrations, consider some of these simple outdoor – and indoor – activities you can do to live more sustainably.Non-Toxic vs Toxin-Free: What’s the Difference?
Is there a difference between non-toxic and toxin-free? It depends on who you ask. Here's the explanation of what those non-toxic and toxin-free labels mean on your products
- RECIPES
Creamy Mango Smoothie Recipe
This creamy mango smoothie is very smooth and moreish with a hint of maple and vanilla. Try this delicious and nutritious snack that kids also love!Vegan Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad With Crispy Tortilla Strips Recipe
There's nothing better than some crunchy tortilla chips served alongside fresh guacamole, except when they are turned into a delicious salad. This light and refreshing salad mimics the taste of your favorite Taco Tuesday treat but is hearty enough to eat as a meal.Vegan Lasagna Recipe
This vegan lasagna recipe is super easy to make, with a veggie-packed filling and a creamy béchamel sauce to match.Blueberry Pie Oatmeal Smoothie Bowl
The thought of eating a bowl of oatmeal or cup of blueberries isn’t that appealing to most folks. But what if you could combine these ingredients into something that has the sweetness of ice cream and the varied texture of a pie? Well, you can – and this smoothie bowl recipe does just that.
- GARDENING
Small Garden Design Ideas
Small gardens are compact, cozy, and inspiring. Learn the pro tricks that will help you create a thriving garden in your own backyard.The Value of Gardening as a Hobby
Gardening as a hobby is a calming and rewarding activity. Here are the different ways people thrive alongside their gardens.Growing Flowers from Seeds: All You Need to Know
Growing flowers from seeds is a highly satisfactory process. However, one should master a few tricks to ensure the best result. Here are the few things you should know.How to Create a Kitchen Garden – Infographic
Gardening brings a sense of achievement and accomplishment. The infographic details the best ways to start and create a thriving kitchen garden.Gardening Tips for Beginners
If you’ve never gardened before, there is no time like the present. Here are six easy ways to get your hands dirty.
- HOME IMPROVEMENT
Simple & Healthful Eco-Friendly Spring Cleaning Tips
Take a more sustainable, natural, and healthy approach to this year's spring cleaning. Here are some helpful eco-friendly spring cleaning tips.Accoya Wood: A Great Sustainable Building Material
Accoya wood is a new sustainable building material that remains biodegradable, but also lasts longer, maintains dimensional stability better, and strengthens softwood to rival hardwood.Design Solutions for Net-Zero Homes
A Net-Zero Home is a sustainable building development producing more, or equal amounts of clean energy that they require. Building one requires proper planning from the start.7 Green Living Projects for Autumn
Autumn is never short of green-friendly projects around the home and garden. Here are seven green ideas to keep you busy in the season of pumpkin spice, apples, cinnamon, and falling leaves:How Your Roof Affects Your HVAC System
The connection between your roof and your air conditioning bill may not seem clear at first, but the roof you have will make a big difference on how hard your home is to cool.
- RENEWABLE ENERGY
6 Cool Solar Panel Alternatives For Your Home
Solar energy is clean, efficient, and appealing. However, not everyone likes a full, or complicated setup. Here are some solar panel alternatives for every household need.Creating an Off-Grid Lifestyle [Infographic]
This infographic illustrates ways to live off the grid, along with the anatomy of an off-grid home.10 Tips for an Energy-Efficient Home
Even if you are already a conscious energy saver, there are always ways to use energy more efficiently. Here are ten suggestions for creating an energy efficient home, without compromising on design, or overspending.The Beginner’s Guide to Going Off-Grid
It is vital that we as individuals play our part in saving the environment by each minimizing our dependence on fossil fuels. Here are some simple, environmentally-conscious tips to get you started with living off-grid.5 Ways to Make Sure Your Solar Panels Operate at Their Optimum
Solar panels are an effective way to cut your carbon footprint as well as your expenses. To entirely exploit the available solar energy, the solar panels must operate at an optimum level. There are a few hacks to ensure the optimum output from the solar panels. This article highlights five various methods of solar panel optimization.
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