Articles by Matt Higgs
Matt Higgs was GreenUP's Communications and Marketing Specialist and authored a weekly column focused on all things environmental that was published in the Peterborough Examiner and on kawarthaNOW.com.
A native of New Brunswick, Matt has called the Kawarthas and Northumberland home since 2008.
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Go green with a natural Christmas tree
Real trees have a smaller environmental impact and are biodegradable.
Eco-friendly ice melting
Alternatives to winter salt can help keep our water clean and reduce damage to plants.
Going Green for Christmas
LED lights, natural decorations, and real trees are some great options
Tips for winter cycling
Many people cycle year-round and you can too, as long as you're prepared.
Free lighting program for small businesses can reduce electricity costs
Up to $1,500 in energy-efficient lighting and other equipment upgrades.
Tips for becoming an eco-driver
Save fuel and reduce emissions with some simple techniques.
Make your backyard bee friendly
Learn how to help bees and other pollinators at full-day workshop on November 1.
Make the most of fallen leaves
Mulch them, compost them, or bag them and donate to GreenUp Ecology Park.
Helping birds with Project FeederWatch
Turn your bird-feeding hobby into research for bird conservation.
Composting through the fall
There's no better time to turn leaves and yard waste into black gold for the coming spring,
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