2011

Renewable Energy for all by 2050?

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We will live differently, but we will live well A major new study by WWF demonstrates that all of the world’s energy needs could be provided cleanly, renewably and economically by 2050.Two years in preparation, The Energy Report breaks new ground with its global scope and its consideration of tot

I used to like KitKat´s

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I know this ad made by Greenpeace is about a year old (and Nestlé claim to have rectified their source of palm oil) but I still find it incredibly effective and drives home the point that we as consumers NEED to read the labels on the products we buy and EDUCATE ourselves as to what corporates are i

Shimmer into Autumn with this eco lust-have

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Shine as nature intended I am absolutely loving Africology´s new Shimmer body butter (R270). Freshly enriched and fragranced with hydrating essential oils and powerful shea butter to deeply moisturise the skin, this new addition to Africology´s range is a liveeco must-have to ease yourself into a

Generation Green

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Written by: Giulia Simolo Green living is something that should be passed down to the new generations. That’s why it’s important to get your kids to start early with this important lifestyle. What works in your favour is that children often mirror what their parents do. So by embracing a greener lif

Earth Hour 2011 across the globe

Earth Hour 2011 across the globe

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What did you do for Earth Hour on Saturday evening? See some pics below of what we did. Don’t forget, this year we need to go Beyond the Hour… so don’t forget your pledges and get your friends and family involved in the fight against climate change!Click here to view the world’s iconic landmarks p

Green landscaping

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Written by: Giulia Simolo Just because there’s a lot of greenery in your garden it doesn’t mean that it’s an eco-friendly space! You could have a garden on your hands that is actually wasting water, which isn’t very eco-friendly at all, especially with how water has become a luxury. With the green t

Emma Watson´s "Pure Threads"

Emma Watson´s "Pure Threads"

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Emma Watson has recently launched her latest ethical collection this time for Italian designer, Alberta Ferretti. Fresh from her third—and final—People Tree collaboration, Watson segued her newfound expertise into a five-piece collection with Ferretti. The capsule line, which bears more than a passi

Earth Hour events taking place across SA tomorrow

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Gauteng Lights Out! Area: JohannesburgTime: 8:30pm – 9:30pmVenue: My Community, MonumentDetails:My whole community has agreed too get together at our local community hall and celebrate earth hour in candlelight while leaving all electric appliances off at home.Contact: Ms Emer Mae Butler –

Stellar Organic Winery

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Stellar Winery’s approach to life, the universe and winemaking can be summarized as: look at best practice, adapt and improve on it and if the benchmark doesn’t exist, create it.  This philosophy has propelled our cellar into becoming one of the top producers of organic wine in South Africa, th

A touch of History and a lot of Green!

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Written by: Nelize ErnstDriving around the semi-forest roads of Newlands – Cape Town, you will discover a magical place famously known as The Montebello Design Centre, located in the farm buildings on the historic site of Montebello. The buildings and land have an interesting history, being the birt