Fishing is a popular hobby for millions and a way of life for many. The associated impact on the environment go beyond over-fishing; pick up some tips to help minimize your impact when engaging in this pastime.

De-icing is a major and recurring task for many people in the Northern Hemisphere. While it's important that our roads, driveways, footpaths and sidewalks are safe, we need to spare a thought for the environment in regards to de-icing activities.

Rain water is one of our greatest wasted resources - each average sized house without a rainwater tank wastes tens of thousands of gallons of the precious liquid each year - much of it winding up in stormwater drains; depriving parched lands that desperately need it.

Consumption of beverages in containers in the USA has skyrocketed from just over 250 units per person annually in 1970 to over 670 today. Recycling cans and bottles is great, but it still takes energy and resources. You can save cash and minimize your soda consumption related environmental impact by making it at home - it's very easy to do!