by Cathy Rust | 20,May, 2019 | Lighting
LED lighting is far more complex than traditional incandescent lighting. We examine the issues to consider in choosing the right lights for your home.
by Cathy Rust | 25,Apr, 2016 | Lighting
Made in Vermont is the sister show of the Vermont Home and Garden Show. In addition to some great foody exhibits, I found this manufacturer of LED lights EverLED. What I liked about this product was the ease of transition from fluorescent to LED. Basically, you pop...
by Cathy Rust | 11,Mar, 2016 | Guide, Lighting
I’ve been meaning to write this post for awhile as the lighting industry is changing over to lumens from watts to measure light intensity. So, the next time you have to go buy an (LED) light bulb, you will be able to use your newfound knowledge to buy with...
by Cathy Rust | 23,Nov, 2011 | News and Events
As I browse through my “Home at Home” Home Hardware Catalogue, I noticed that on page 58 there’s an article entitled, “Change is coming January 2012!” It’s about the impending phase-out of the 100 Watt incandescent bulb. As of...
by Cathy Rust | 18,Oct, 2011 | Product Graveyard
Nancy Wahl-Scheurich is the Co-Founder of Little Footprint Lighting, a lighting company that will launch its first product: the HeronLED Personal Task Light in the next few weeks. I caught up with Nancy at Greenbuild a few weeks ago to talk about this well-designed,...
by Cathy Rust | 28,Mar, 2011 | Product Graveyard
Note: This program has been discontinued. Visit saveonenergy.ca for more information. “Coupons” and “saving money” are words that get my attention. I actually look for these Toronto Hydro coupons around this time of year and glory be, they were...
by Cathy Rust | 25,Jan, 2011 | Energy Efficiency, Water Efficiency
EcoFitt is a Mississauga, Ontario-based company that has been in the background of water and energy conservation for several years. The company works primarily with utility companies such as Enbridge, Union Gas, BC Hydro and Manitoba Hydro and provides them with...
by Cathy Rust | 26,Nov, 2010 | Guide, Lighting
LED lighting explained and why a lighting audit is important if you’re planning to switch to LEDs.
by Cathy Rust | 29,Mar, 2010 | Cabinetry, Countertops, Lighting, Product Graveyard
A tour of the Healthy Home at Downsview Park’s kitchen and all its green features. Low VOC cabinets, LED lighting, Energy Star Appliances.