Articles by GreenUP
For more than 30 years, Peterborough GreenUP has been central and eastern Ontario's leading environmental organization focused on education, sustainability, and stewardship. GreenUP is a non-profit charitable organization and an active community organization that offers dozens of programs and services to those living in Peterborough and Kawartha Lakes. For more information, visit greenup.on.ca
Help plant a fruitful future in five Peterborough neighbourhoods this fall
GreenUP is seeking volunteers in September for its Growing Edible Infrastructure project.
How Peterborough homeowners can take action against climate change and save money
GreenUP explains how a home energy assessment is the first step in improving the energy efficiency and comfort of your home.
Kids on bikes: how to keep the wheels rolling right into the school year
Neighbourhood bike trains, bike rodeos, improved bike parking, and a cycling culture are all ways to help more kids cycle to school.
How the Peterborough Public Library can inspire you to take climate action
Local libraries support environmental literacy, encourage reuse, offer meeting places for exchanging ideas, and more.
Peterborough GreenUP shares five things you may not know about rain gardens
Rain gardens collect and filter water and can beautify your home and benefit the environment.
Top 10 tips for low-waste lunches when kids head back to school
Peterborough GreenUP shares ways to make packed lunches less wasteful and more enjoyable.
Peterborough GreenUP celebrates 30 years as region’s leading environmental charity
In advance of 30th birthday party on August 11, executive director Tegan Moss shares the organization's plans for the coming decades
Take a stroll through your Peterborough neighbourhood and nominate a water wise front yard
GreenUP program recognizes property owners who are reducing water consumption and creating habitat for native plants and pollinators.
Find solace by connecting with nature this summer
Peterborough GreenUP shares how we can enhance our well-being during these turbulent times
BlueWptbo provides easy access to free drinking water in the Peterborough area
Fill your reusable water bottle at over 80 participating locations and avoid costly and environmentally unfriendly plastic water bottles.
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