Here we are; it’s back to school time! The list of school supplies is long, and there are many expenses at this time of year. Are you up for an economical… and eco-friendly back to school? Here you go! Limit …
The recycling industry includes several stakeholders, including municipalities, businesses and citizens. The responsibility of each stakeholder is paramount for selective collection to be effective since once the materials are transported to one of the 26 sorting centres in Quebec, a …
Finally, the sun and the summer vacation is here! Whether you’re at home or on the roads in Quebec or Canada to explore the surrounding area, we wanted to share some habits to adopt to enjoy sunny days in a …
While the advent of information technology suggested a reduction in paper consumption, unfortunately the opposite happened. Did you know that printing costs are between 1% and 3% of a company’s expenditures and that, on average, an employee prints 700 to …
Are you planning to build a chalet or house, or simply renovate? Have you ever thought of doing it in an ecological way? Green construction, or sustainable construction, enables you to construct or renovate a building while respecting nature, using …
Created in 1971, Canadian Environment Week celebrates Canada’s environmental achievements and encourages citizens to take part in preserving and protecting their environment. This year’s UN World Environment Day on June 5 kicks off Canadian Environment Week, which runs until June …
Moving season is well underway. Like it or not, it always requires a lot of sorting and sometimes generates much more waste than you would like. If you’re moving soon, we’ve got a few tips and advice to help you …
The term suprarecycling appeared in the 1990s under the following names: upcycling and transcycling. But what is suprarecycling? In reality, it is the process of transforming an unused object, whose primary use is no longer desired, into something useful and …
If at first glance throwing away some food seems harmless, the reality suggests otherwise. In fact, this is an important global issue. Actually, all the food thrown away requires the use of resources and energy for their production. This has …
In order to preserve our beautiful planet, it is important to make additional efforts. Although recycling is deeply rooted in our habits, composting is not yet adopted by the majority of people. However, did you know that more than 50% …
April 22 will be Earth Day. This year, and given the unique situation affecting Quebec, the 2020 campaign, organized by Earth Day Canada, focuses on actions people can take at home. The mission is to help individuals and organizations reduce …
With home confinement and the arrival of spring, many see this as an opportunity to sort through, throw away or give away certain objects. However, for the good of the environment, practicing eco-responsible cleaning is preferable. How? Here are some …
More than ever, buying local is encouraged to give a boost to Quebec’s economy during these difficult times. The Fédération des Chambres de commerce du Québec (FCCQ) has also launched the j’achète bleu (in french only) campaign to support Quebec …
We are aware of the growing concerns regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Please know that we have procedures in place to minimize the health risks to our customers and employees by providing them with a safe environment. We are taking the …
If at first glance throwing away some food seems harmless, the reality suggests otherwise. In fact, this is an important global issue. Actually, all the food thrown away requires the use of resources and energy for their production. This has …
In a few weeks, we will celebrate Valentine’s Day. Like the holiday season, it is possible to celebrate love and friendship by pampering your loved ones in an eco-responsible manner. Here are a few ideas that are sure to please …
Going green and changing certain behaviours that are deeply rooted in us can sometimes seem difficult. With all the options available to us to counter environmental degradation, it’s easy to get lost. So here are a few tips to do …
Local purchases are increasingly encouraged in order to reduce our environmental footprint, but also in order to promote our economy. Here are a few reasons that demonstrate the benefits of buying local products. To preserve the environment Local purchasing helps …
It’s always fun to spoil our loved ones, but consumption and overconsumption during major holidays, such as Christmas, often causes pollution due to transportation and the way articles and products are manufactured. But can you pamper the people you love …
After several months of construction, the management of EBI and Dépôt Rive-Nord were excited and delighted recently to announce the new mechanical shops located in Saint-Thomas! Gathering close to a hundred people, the event was an opportunity to discover this …
Throwing less away is possible and easy to put into practice! But how can we reduce the amount of waste we all produce? Here are a few things to do every day to achieve this: Sort your waste to deposit …
Halloween will soon be over and it’s time to take down your decorations … including the pumpkins! Rather than throwing them away, please know that there are plenty of ways to reuse your pumpkins. Here are some ideas that will …
