Articles by GreenUP
Why switching off your lights during Earth Hour on Saturday night matters
Transformational environmental awareness and change begins when we take responsibility for our own contributions to climate change.
Where the snow goes after it melts and why it matters
The flood and drought implications of how we deal with snow, meltwater, and run-off.
Grade 8 Transit Quest is the ticket to freedom for youth and parents in...
Program provides free transit passes for Grade 8 students for the duration of March Break.
Summer camps can provide many more benefits than just summer fun
Peterborough GreenUP explains how they can be powerful tools for youth development, socialization, and climate leadership.
‘Sweet water’ of sugar maple connects us to Indigenous heritage and settler traditions
Climate change threatens southern Ontario's maple forests and our beloved maple syrup.
Reduce your use of road salt this winter and help protect our drinking water
Consider alternatives that work at lower temperatures and are better for your property, your pets, and the environment.
Walking to school is good for kids and families, even in the winter
GreenUP and Active School Travel Peterborough share five benefits of including active transportation in your daily routine.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with gifts that show your love for the environment too
There are locally sourced and fair trade alternatives to mass-produced cards, chocolate, and flowers.
With a little preparation, you too can enjoy cycling in the winter
Peterborough resident Cara Livingston shares her winter biking experience after joining B!KE's Winter Wheels program.
Connecting with the environment and community at the 2022 ReFrame Film Festival
Nine environmental and social justice films to see at the virtual festival running from January 27 to February 4.