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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
While wildlife at GreenUP's Ecology Park in Peterborough is returning to life as usual this spring, human visitors to the Native Plant and Tree Nursery are required to once again follow COVID-19 public health guidelines, including physical distancing and wearing masks. The nursery opens for the 2021 season on Saturday, May 22. (Photo: Leif Einarson)

Stroll through nature at Ecology Park in Peterborough and buy native plants and trees...

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GreenUP's Native Plant and Tree Nursery opens for 2021 season on May 22 with pandemic protocols in place.
When you wash clothing made of synthetic materials like polyester or nylon, they shed tiny fibres that flow down the drain. These microfibres are so small they don't get filtered at sewage treatment plants and they enter our waterways, where they can distrupt the food chain. Microfibers account for 85 per cent of human-made debris found on shorelines worldwide. (Stock photo)

5 ways to reduce microfibre pollution from synthetic garments in your laundry

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Every time you wash synthetics, tiny plastic particles leave your washing machine and enter the environment.
Hayley Goodchild takes a selfie with her compost. To celebrate International Compost Awareness Week (May 2-8), share your #CompostSelfie with @PtboGreenUP on social media. (Photo: Hayley Goodchild)

How composting can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions

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Take climate action by learning about composting during International Compost Awareness Week (May 2-8).
A family crosses Mark Street at Hunter Street in Peterborough's East City, a neighbourhood whose residents have access to almost everything they need within a 15-minute walk, including elementary schools, a grocery store, a drug store, restaurants, playgrounds and parks, public transit, and more. (Photo courtesy of GreenUP)

Imagine life in Peterborough if you lived within 15 minutes of everything you need

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The '15-minute city' urban planning concept can benefit both the well-being of residents and the environment.
This community garden in Peterborough's Talwood neighbourhood is facilitated by the Nourish Project, a food-based collaborative that grew out of work initiated by the Peterborough Food Action Network. The Talwood and Downtown Jackson Creek neighbourhoods have one of the highest population densities in the City of Peterborough. With most residents renting their homes, they need access to community greenspaces. (Photo courtesy of Nourish)

Why neighbourhoods in Peterborough should improve access to greenspaces and community gardens

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Trees, greenspaces, and gardens deliver economic, environmental, health, and social benefits.
The 2021 Peterborough Children's Water Festival, which heads online during May, will conclude by sharing the experiences of students and schools with GreenUP's Wonders of Water program. Pictured is Agnieszka sharing her favourite water memory with her fellow grade 5 classmates at Monsignor O'Donoghue in Peterborough in 2019. (Photo: Karen O'Krafka)

Peterborough Children’s Water Festival goes virtual with fun and educational activities for children in...

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19th annual festival teaches students in Grades 2 to 5 about the importance of water, including on #WaterWednesday.
Scott Murison, co-owner of Wild Rock Outfitters in downtown Peterborough and a founding member of Green Economy Peterborough, says being part of the network means local businesses can share ideas, learn from others, and set an example that others can follow. Green Economy Peterborough officially launches on Earth Day (April 22) with a virtual event featuring local business leaders and a presentation by a sustainability expert. (Photo: Ben Hargreaves)

Green Economy Peterborough launches on Earth Day to help local small businesses become more...

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GreenUP project is a network of local organizations and businesses sharing knowledge, experience, and enthusiasm on climate action.
Unlike the domesticated honeybee, the bumblebee is a native pollinator. Only a bumblebee queen survives the winter by sheltering in small holes just beneath or on the ground's surface. They emerge in early spring to search for a nest site to start a new colony. If you begin cleaning up your yard too early in the spring, you can disturb the hibernating queen. (Photo: Leif Einarson)

Tread lightly in your yard and garden until late April to protect native pollinators

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GreenUP explains the importance of native pollinators and how gardening too soon can expose them to stress.
Taking action to address climate change will save a business money in the long run. While the initial cost of an energy-efficient appliance is often higher than a conventional model, a business can quickly recover that cost with lower energy bills. (Photo: Ben Hargreaves)

Green Economy Peterborough can help local businesses take climate action and save money

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Peterborough GreenUP is leading initiative that provides coaching and support, education and training, and a network of experts and other businesses.
Kye is getting his bike ready for spring, making sure his chain is well oiled and free of damage. Once it's ready, he'll plan his cycling route with his family. Together, they'll make sure it is fun and free of hazards. (Photo: Jackie Donaldson)

Get your bikes ready for spring in Peterborough

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Tips from Peterborough GreenUP on bike maintenance, safety, security, route planning, and knowledge and skills.
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