Sustainable gardens are a key part of Just Energy’s commitment to investing in the environment while adding value and beauty to communities. Since launching the Sustainable Gardens initiative in December 2016, the Just Energy Foundation has completed 11 outdoor learning spaces for underserved schools across the US. The goal: Leverage the merits of outdoor learning…
Spring is in the air and here at Just Energy we’re loving the higher temps and sunny skies. In our excitement, we scoured Instagram for #UrbanFarming so that we could share the joy of green sprouts and downy chicks, among other springtime delights. Scroll down to learn a little bit more about urban agriculture and peep some adorably sharable photos from urban farms on Instagram.
Lower Your Energy Bills With Landscaping
Turn off the lights when you leave the room! It’s a mantra we’ve heard all our lives. From installing programmable thermostats and taking shorter showers, to using high efficiency light bulbs and appliances, there are many actions we can take inside our homes that will decrease home energy use. But there are some fantastic ways…
Planning a wedding, getting married…no matter how big or small the affair, it’s no simple feat. From selecting (and fighting over) the guest list and menu to arranging table seating and keeping it all under budget, planning a wedding could end up being one of the most complicated (and frustrating) exercises of your life! And…
Your Eco-Friendly Spring Soiree
We’ve been cooped up indoors all winter long! And now, springtime practically begs us to throw a party in its honor. Celebrate the warmer weather and outdoor season with a spring soiree that’s eco-inspired! All fabulous events have four main elements: 1) invitations, 2) a sweet table setting, 3) decorations, and of course, 4) food…
So you’ve got a basement. And it’s ummm…unused or in need of a makeover? Maybe you’re thinking of a tricked out game room for the kids? Swanky man cave? Or perhaps just a space to relax and get away from it all? Whatever the goal, there are lots of eco-friendly ways to turn your basement…
You can’t believe it? We can’t believe it! It’s already time to prepare for 2017. As the door closes on 2016, we begin to mull over ways to improve our lives and meet our personal goals. If you’re like most, you want to work harder at giving back to others and to our planet. You…
Easy, Eco-Friendly Ideas for Your Thanksgiving Table
We know the routine well: out go the invitations, next we plan the menu, then we head out for multiple, extensive food shopping trips and finally the marathon cooking experience ensues. Somewhere in the mayhem, did you have time to think of the Thanksgiving décor and your table? Hmmm… Thanksgiving can be slightly overwhelming…
Nature-Inspired Home Decor
Looking for some home décor inspiration? Look no further than Mother Nature, who delivers endless ideas for incorporating natural elements into your domestic life. Here are a few of our favorite ways to bring the outdoors inside, creating a happier, greener home. Reclaimed Wood Floors: They’re recycled and sustainable – and those are just…