by Robin Bates-Mason | Apr 6, 2024 | Being More Sustainable, Recycling, Reduce Waste
The Theme for Earth Day 2024 — A Daunting Task The theme for Earth Day 2024 is Planet vs. Plastic.  Reducing plastics by 60% by 2040 is the goal, and achieving this goal will be daunting. I’m shocked at how much plastic is used daily, and I’m seriously trying to...
by Planet New Canaan | Mar 5, 2024 | Being More Sustainable, Composting, Recycling, Reduce Waste
Introducing the Author My name is Kate Kupchak, and I am a student at New Canaan High School. I am the oldest sister of four. While these two points are seemingly unrelated, many of my experiences as the firstborn have significantly corresponded to my expectations as...
by Robin Bates-Mason | Oct 12, 2023 | Being More Sustainable, Reduce Waste
I had finally had enough of my boys’ bathroom. Though it may have had a few updates over the years, it has basically stayed the same since the house was built in 1986. Finally, with some time on my hands, I decided it was time to make a change. A Long List of Needed...
by John Kriz | Jun 21, 2023 | Being More Sustainable, Composting, Reduce Waste
Backyard composting is easy — really. If you spend over an hour/year managing, you’re over-investing. And don’t worry: It won’t smell or attract vermin. The dual benefits of home composting include: Having great compost on site for your garden...
by Robin Bates-Mason | Nov 23, 2022 | Being More Sustainable, Composting, Recycling, Reduce Waste, Uncategorized
What and Where to Buy Key Holiday Items If buying new holiday lights, make sure they are LED. Not only do they use a lot less energy, but they are also less of a fire risk than incandescent lights. Shop Local! There will be ubiquitous cardboard boxes being delivered...
by Planet New Canaan | Sep 5, 2022 | Reduce Waste, Renewable energy
New Canaan Food Waste Recovery and Diversion Program The New Canaan Food Waste Recovery and Diversion (NC FWRD) is a pilot project launched in 2022 by the Planet New Canaan Youth Board. The program’s purpose is to reduce food waste in restaurants. To date, food...
