Solarpunk Canuck

Solarpunk Canuck was a site dedicated to my interpretation of the solarpunk movement and how I was trying to apply some of its principals to my life. I focused primarily on gardening, transportation, and renewable electricity. The site fell into disuse when I moved out of my house and into an apartment.

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A Sprout Indoors: At 14-Days

A Sprout Indoors: At 14-Days

It's been 14-days since I started planting indoors using traditional soil. I put down three hot chillies, three bell peppers, two spinach, three iceberg lettuce, and six white onions. With daily watering and some minor rotation for the lighting, I'm starting to see...

Tracking Utility Data: See changes to make changes

Tracking Utility Data: See changes to make changes

Someday, I dream of driving an electric vehicle and having solar panels generating clean energy on the roof of my house. These are some great goals, but it's essential to be realistic about the changes you can make today and the ones needed to make those dreams come...

Power Generation

Power Generation

Every other day, it feels like I have to search for another power outlet to keep some gadget charged and ready to go. Power generation & home heating are significant issues that need to be addressed swiftly. Sooner, rather than later if we're to have any chance at...

First Aerogarden Harvest

First Aerogarden Harvest

Today was my first harvest from the Aerogarden. For those unaware, an aerogarden is a type of basic, easy-to-use, small hydroponics system. It has a built-in light, water basin, room for some foam cores, and conveniently flashes a little light to remind you when you...

Population Density & Mass Transit

Population Density & Mass Transit

Mass transit is one way to help improve the sustainability of cities. However, one of the greatest shortcomings is population density. Transit is more expensive for every kilometre travelled. Additionally, there is a high cost associated with building (or rebuilding)...

Food Security

Food Security

This past spring I took the plunge and tried to grow something. I started a whole bunch of plants in my sunroom: tomatoes, green beans, potatoes, onions, carrots, and peppers. I thought I would be lucky if I managed a single tomato. Instead, I began a journey toward...

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