It Takes TWO to Tango
A quick chat to Jo’burg sisters Caren and Gina Waldman of fashion design duo TWO.
A Future Cape Town
Is Cape Town city designed in a sustainable, ‘liveable’ way? Rashiq Fataar, MD of Future Cape Town thinks we could do better, and is working hard on the how. Read about his ideas on urban design.
Festival Fashion Guide
Cape Town’s festival season is well on its way! Look festival fabulous this summer with these tips and pics. Since Woodstock festival in 1969, young people everywhere have used music festivals as a platform to flaunt their style.
Valpre’s PlantBottle – Evolution in Eco Friendly Packaging
The environmental friendliness of packaging is a big topic at the moment. We as consumers are becoming more conscious of packaging’s impact and how it can be the cause of irreparable damage to the environment, such as congesting the oceans or taking thousands of years to decompose.
Green Dating Tips
Want to take an eco lady out, but not sure how to impress her? Follow these steps to ensure the perfect green first date.
Energy Saving Light Bulbs: A Health Hazard?
When it comes to light bulbs, choosing compact fluorescent lamps (or CFLs) is a great energy-saving option as they are four times more efficient than the incandescent kind. But did you know that CFLs contain mercury? What are the potential risks for you and your family? Find out here.
SNAGs have more fun
Sensitive New Age Guys, or SNAGs, are on the up while the cowboy stereotype kind of man could soon to be a thing of the past. Here Live Eco talks to some of Cape Town’s finest SNAGs about what it’s like to be a sensitive guy in today’s world.
New Bike Lanes for Cape Town
Our city is going to become more cyclist friendly, thanks to local campaign Bicycle Cape Town. The efforts of a handful of activists has translated into a commitment by The City of Cape Town to construct proper cycling facilities along the full length of Albert Road in Woodstock.
The Rise of Craft Beer
Craft beer is no longer just for hipsters. Read on to find out why you should join in this trend and even try your hand at making it yourself!
The Joule Electric Car – Ahead of Its Time
Currently cars are a big contributor to pollution and the situation doesn’t seem to be getting any better. One of the solutions, the electric car, recently took a lot of heat when Optimal Energy – manufacturer of the first South African electric car, the Joule – had to close down due to lack of funds.