February 28, 2014

When Temperatures Plummet, Cities Attack Icy Roads with Beet Juice

Toronto and several other Canadian cities have adopted a novel and environmentally friendly approach to attacking icy roads when temperatures plummet – beet juice. Traditional de-icers […]
February 15, 2014

How Salt Causes Ice to Melt

If you live in Canada, you’re probably familiar with city trucks roaming the streets after a snowfall, spreading de-icer in their wake. You might even use […]
February 10, 2014

Post-Winter Lawn Care

The snow is melting and grass all over the city is grey and brown. Of course, you want your lawn to look fantastic as soon as […]